Director, International Communications

Instructure

. Lead Instructure's communications strategy across key markets in EMEA, Latin America, and Asia Pacific.

Posted 7/29/2026full-timeRemote • 🇲🇽 MexicoLeadWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in leading corporate communications strategies across diverse international markets, integrating public relations with marketing initiatives, and managing crisis communications effectively. Proficient in developing messaging frameworks and building relationships with key media stakeholders to enhance brand visibility.

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Corporate CommunicationsPublic RelationsCrisis ManagementStrategic CommunicationsFluency in English

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Hard Skills

Message DevelopmentMedia RelationsCommunications StrategyMarket ResearchCrisis ManagementOKR MonitoringContent CreationLocalizationSocial Media ManagementAnalyst Relations

Soft Skills

CollaborationExcellent CommunicationProactive Self-StarterAdaptabilityCross-Functional Leadership

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Business or Communications

Industry Keywords

EMEALatin AmericaAsia PacificThought LeadershipCrisis CommunicationsMedia PlacementsPublic Relations AgenciesStakeholder EngagementEarned Media ReportsStrategic Remits

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead Instructure's communications strategy across key markets in EMEA, Latin America, and Asia Pacific.
Develop communications narrative and messaging pillars, and activate them across international markets.
Integrate PR and communications into existing marketing strategies, and pioneer new, innovative ways to engage each market from a PR and communications perspective.
Accountable to region-specific marketing leads to integrate communications campaigns and strategies that align with their respective strategic remits.
Partner with international spokespeople and regional teams to spot industry trends and establish thought leadership.
Use byline articles and interviews to position our core messages and amplify customer stories across priority markets.
Localize and coordinate the distribution of global announcements.
Build strong relationships with journalists, market research analysts, and influencers.
Guide international spokespeople through proactive and reactive crisis management and issue response.
Coordinate with PR agencies, as well as initiate outreach on your own, to win media placements in trade, general, and business press.
Partner with the international editorial team and manage the regional press and media resources pages on the Instructure website.
Produce quarterly share of voice and earned media reports.
Draft, monitor, and evaluate OKR (Objectives, Key Results) progress throughout the year.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in business, communications, or a related field.
10+ years of experience in corporate communications, strategic communications, public relations, or analyst relations, including senior leadership roles.
Full fluency and a strong command of English are mandatory. You'll lead all meetings, communication exchanges, strategic plans, and messaging in English first.
A proactive self-starter who consistently integrates PR and communications into existing marketing strategies and develops new, innovative ways to engage in market.
Proven track record building and running communications programs across EMEA, Latin America, and Asia Pacific markets.
Deep expertise across public relations, social media, and message development.
Strong collaboration skills, with the ability to work across a highly matrixed organization and drive real business outcomes.
Excellent communicator who conveys complex ideas and data clearly in writing and spoken for a range of audiences.
Cross-functional leadership skills, with the judgment to set strategy and the willingness to execute when needed.
Highly motivated and quick to adapt to changing market and organizational needs.
A track record of organizing initiatives into clear documentation and building systems that prioritize and complete a wide range of work.
Experience owning crisis and issues management in international markets.
Fluency in Spanish strongly preferred.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive compensation, plus all full-time employees participate in our ownership program - because everyone should have a stake in our success.
Flexible work culture. Our remote, hybrid and in-office collaboration spaces vary by role, team and location.
Generous time off, including local holidays and our annual “Dim the Lights” period in late December, when teams are encouraged to step back and recharge based on departmental needs.
Comprehensive wellness programs and mental health support
Learning and development resources, including professional development tools and tuition reimbursement, to support your growth
The technology and tools you need to do your best work
Motivosity employee recognition program
A culture rooted in inclusivity, support, and meaningful connection