PR & Communications Manager

About the Role A1 is building a proactive AI chat app for everyday users to bring intelligence to conversations, errands, organising and workflows. Unlike traditional chat-based applications, our product focuses on achieving high reliability for long-running workflows, persistent context, and real-world task completion. The system must handle multi-step reasoning, interact with external tools, and remain reliable despite non-deterministic model behavior. As PR & Communications Manager, you will help shape how A1 is understood globally. This role is responsible for building A1 s external narrative across international markets - from media positioning and thought leadership to storytelling, launches, and strategic communications. The role is global in scope and focused on building awareness, credibility, and relevance for A1 worldwide. What You'll Do • Develop and execute global communications and PR strategies across key international markets • Build and manage relationships with media, creators, podcasts, tech publications, and strategic external partners globally • Shape A1 s external narrative across AI, technology, product, and company positioning • Secure media coverage, interviews, speaking opportunities, and strategic placements • Write and edit press materials, messaging frameworks, founder narratives, and communication assets • Coordinate announcements, launches, and media engagements across regions and time zones • Track coverage, audience sentiment, and communication effectiveness to refine strategy over time What You'll Need • Proven experience in communications, PR, media relations, or strategic storytelling • Experience working with technology, AI, consumer internet, or high-growth companies preferred • Strong understanding of global media ecosystems, digital platforms, and online culture • Strong writing and editing ability in English; Chinese language capability is a strong plus • Ability to simplify complex technical concepts into clear and compelling narratives • Strong judgment in handling external communications, messaging, and positioning • Self-directed and execution-oriented, with the ability to operate independently in fast-moving environments How We Work The best products in the world are built by small, highly capable teams. We operate with high talent density, fast execution speed, and strong ownership. We care deeply about product quality, clear thinking, and practical execution. This is a hands-on environment. Everyone is expected to contribute directly, operate independently, and make good decisions under ambiguity. Our goal is to build products that are genuinely useful to billions of people globally. Interview Process If there appears to be a fit, we will schedule up to 3 interviews. Applications are reviewed directly by our team. Interviews are conducted virtually and/or onsite depending on location. We value speed, clarity, and direct communication throughout the process. Originally posted on Himalayas