6.5. Head of Public Relations
Phoenix Tailings
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Burlington, MA, USA
Posted on Jun 17, 2025
About Phoenix Tailings
Phoenix Tailings is a rapidly growing clean mining and metals production startup dedicated to sustainable and economic critical metals production. Our mission is to be the world's first fully clean mining and metals production company, producing the resources needed for the next generation of our economy.
Why Phoenix Tailings
At Phoenix, we believe that nothing great is ever accomplished alone or without the passion of people who push and motivate one another. If you share our relentless pursuit of a better future, passion for innovation, and excitement about working with some of the top innovators in the world, then this is the place for you.
Our Values:
● You are only crazy if you are wrong, it’s ok to be wrong
● Lead with Compassion
● Be Resourceful
● Listen
● Hustle
Who We Are Looking For
Phoenix Tailings is looking for a visionary and strategic Head of Public Relations to shape and elevate our brand story, both externally and internally. This person will be instrumental in communicating the revolutionary impact of our clean metals production technology, driving public engagement, and fostering a cohesive internal culture. You will help us define how the world sees Phoenix Tailings—and how we see ourselves—while building the public momentum critical to our mission’s success.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and execute a proactive PR and internal communications strategy that aligns with company goals and accelerates public awareness of clean mining solutions
- Serve as the company’s media spokesperson and manage all press interactions to build a strong, consistent, and compelling public narrative
- Cultivate relationships with key media outlets, industry thought leaders, and partners to amplify Phoenix Tailings' voice and achievements
- Oversee internal communications to ensure transparent, inspiring, and aligned messaging across all levels of the organization
- Lead crisis communication planning and response to protect and reinforce company reputation
- Craft compelling narratives, press releases, op-eds, and executive communications that highlight our work, people, and purpose
- Drive and maintain consistent brand positioning across all public and internal channels
- Collaborate with leadership to shape communications that support company culture, mission alignment, and employee engagement
- Monitor public sentiment and media coverage, providing strategic insights to leadership
Qualifications
- 10+ years of experience in public relations, corporate communications, or media, preferably in cleantech, advanced manufacturing, or startup environments
- Proven ability to shape public narratives and lead communication efforts that drive brand visibility and impact
- Exceptional writing, editing, and storytelling skills across a range of formats and audiences
- Experience managing press relationships, crisis communications, and high-profile media opportunities
- Strategic thinker with the ability to translate complex technical topics into clear, compelling messaging
- Experience building and executing internal communication plans that drive alignment and engagement
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced, high-growth startup with a mission-driven culture
We offer a competitive compensation package that is based on expertise. We also offer the following benefits:
- Healthcare, we care about you and your family: 100% Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Stock: Ownership in a fast-growing venture-backed company.
- Family Focus: Parental leave and flexibility for families.
- Time Off: Flexible vacation policy to encourage people to get out and see the world.
- Team Fun: Regularly scheduled events, and celebrations.
- Learning: Learning and development Opportunities to grow your skills and career.
- Great team: Working with fun, hard-working, kind people committed to making a difference!
- Flexible culture: We are results-focused. We don’t work at the office every day.
At Phoenix Tailings, we have an open culture that values learning, and we are looking to grow the team with enthusiastic individuals who share our vision of sustainable mining.
Phoenix Tailings, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we value diversity at all levels. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation, and pregnancy), national origin, age, disability or genetic information, or any other applicable protected characteristics, and these characteristics will not be a factor for consideration of any work-related decisions (including but not limited to hiring, firing, compensation, and discipline).
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