<div>Here at Appian, our core values of Respect, Work to Impact, Ambition, and Constructive Dissent &amp; Resolution define who we are. In short, this means we constantly seek to understand the best for our customers, we go beyond completion in our work, we strive for excellence with intensity, and we embrace candid communication. These values guide our actions and shape our culture every day.  When you join Appian, youll be part of a passionate team thats dedicated to accomplishing hard things.</div>We are seeking an experienced Senior Manager, Global Communications to join our marketing team at our HQ office in McLean, Virginia. This pivotal role will be responsible for leading and executing global external communications and public relations as part of integrated marketing campaigns that drive brand awareness and thought leadership worldwide, ultimately contributing to lead conversion. We are looking for seasoned candidates with proven public relations (PR) and social media success in a B2B software company. You will be responsible for overseeing our Global PR agencies and amplifying our messaging across regions. This includes media relations, thought leadership, and executive visibility, alongside strategic social media campaign execution. You will also work closely with internal stakeholders, with direct access to the marketing leadership team, to drive awareness, engagement, and brand reputation in key global markets. ​This role is based at our HQ in McLean, VA. Appian was built on a culture of in-person collaboration, which we believe is a key driver of our mission to be the best. Employees hired for this position are expected to be in the office 5 days a week to foster that culture and ensure we continue to thrive through shared ideas and teamwork. We believe being in the office provides more opportunities to come together and celebrate working with the exceptional people across Appian. Key Responsibilities: Global Public Relations: <ul> <li> Develop and execute a strategic global PR plan aligned with Appian business goals and marketing objectives across all industries and geographies. </li> <li> Manage external PR agencies in the US, EMEA, and Australia to create and share thought leadership content across key tech, business, and industry publications to reach global targets and KPIs. </li> <li> Create, edit, and amplify the company’s voice across earned and owned channels to ensure consistent messaging worldwide. </li> <li> Collaborate with internal stakeholders to identify content opportunities, write, edit, and distribute press releases and executive thought leadership pieces for the global press. </li> <li> Work across marketing functions in customer, content, product, industry, digital, analyst, and field, with direct access to the marketing and executive leadership teams. </li> <li> Manage and review weekly content submissions for marketing leadership review and approval. </li> <li> Utilize internal systems and tools to create design and web upload requests. </li> <li> Create weekly press coverage reports, monthly board reports, and other global PR/communications reports as needed. </li> <li> Liaise with media spokespersons for interview and/or byline opportunities.   </li> </ul> Global Social Media: <ul> <li> Collaborate with Appian’s organic social media manager to evolve the company’s global social media strategy across LinkedIn, X (formerly Twitter), Facebook, and Instagram. </li> <li> Review and edit organic social media posts and assets weekly, and as needed, to ensure consistency in tone of voice per Appian Brand Guidelines across all regions. </li> <li> Create compelling content calendars and organic social media posts aligned with product launches, campaigns, events, and company news on a global scale. </li> <li> Capable of managing social media accounts, including copywriting, scheduling, community management, and reporting, to cover for the organic social media manager when required. </li> </ul> Skills and Qualifications: <ul> <li> Experience: 8+ years in B2B marketing communications, with significant experience in global communications and PR, preferably within the technology or SaaS industry. </li> <li> Skills: Strong writing and editing skills, with the ability to create compelling content for various global channels and audiences. </li> <li> Tools: Proficient in Google Work Suite, organic social media management platforms, PR monitoring tools, content management systems, IT ticketing, contract approval, budgeting, and finance systems. </li> <li> Collaboration: Proven ability to work cross-functionally and liaise effectively with global leadership in the US and regional teams in EMEA and APJ. </li> <li> Communications: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a strong editorial sense and an understanding of global communication nuances. </li> <li> Cultural Awareness: In-depth working knowledge of key international markets and cultures, understanding differences and how to be effective in each market. </li> <li> Project Management: Ability to manage multiple global projects simultaneously to deliver on-time and with quality. </li> <li> Budget and Invoice Management: Maintain and track global communications budget spend, invoice approvals, and requests. </li> <li> Digital Savvy: Knowledge of SEO, UX/UI design principles for marketing optimization and conversion, analytics platforms, and content amplification tactics is a plus. </li> <li> Education: Bachelors degree in Marketing, Communications, or a related field. </li> </ul> #LI-MB1<div>Tools and Resources  <ul> <li>Training and Development: During onboarding, we focus on equipping new hires with the skills and knowledge for success through department-specific training. Continuous learning is a central focus at Appian, with dedicated mentorship and the First-Friend program being widely utilized resources for new hires. </li> <li>Growth Opportunities: Appian provides a diverse array of growth and development opportunities, including our leadership program tailored for new and aspiring managers, a comprehensive library of specialized department training through Appian University, skills based training, and tuition reimbursement for those aiming to advance their education. This commitment ensures that employees have access to a holistic range of development opportunities.</li> <li>Community: We’ll immerse you into our community rooted in respect starting on day one. Appian fosters inclusivity through our 8 employee-led <a href="https://careers.appian.com/affinity-groups/">affinity groups</a>. These groups help employees build stronger internal and external networks by planning social, educational, and outreach activities to connect with Appianites and larger initiatives throughout the company.</li> </ul> About Appian Appian is a software company that automates business processes. The Appian AI-Powered Process Platform includes everything you need to design, automate, and optimize even the most complex processes, from start to finish. The worlds most innovative organizations trust Appian to improve their workflows, unify data, and optimize operations—resulting in better growth and superior customer experiences. For more information, visit<a href="http://www.appian.com/"> appian.com</a>. [Nasdaq: APPN] Follow Appian:<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/appian/"> LinkedIn</a>. Appian is an equal opportunity employer that strives to attract and retain the best talent. 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