Product Communications Manager

With electric vehicles expected to be nearly 30% of new vehicle sales by 2025 and more than 50% by 2040, electric mobility is becoming a reality. ChargePoint (NYSE: CHPT) is at the center of this revolution, powering one of the world’s leading EV charging networks and a comprehensive set of hardware, software and mobile solutions for every charging need across North America and Europe. We bring together drivers, businesses, automakers, policymakers, utilities and other stakeholders to make e-mobility a global reality.

Since our founding in 2007, ChargePoint has focused solely on making the transition to electric easy for businesses, fleets and drivers. ChargePoint offers a once-in-a-lifetime chance to be part of creating an all-electric future and a trillion-dollar market. Join the team that is building the EV charging industry and make your mark on how people and goods will get everywhere they need to go, in any context, for generations to come.

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What You Will Be Doing

This is a full-time position reporting to the Vice President of Communications, and working closely with a variety of internal ChargePoint stakeholders and external audiences to produce high-quality strategic communications, planning and tactics that will help drive awareness for ChargePoint in North America and Europe.

The ideal candidate will have experience at a company that was at the forefront of innovation and helped to drive growth in the midst of a noisy and complex industry. A corporate communications generalist at heart, this person will have a firm understanding of the range of communications disciplines including (but not limited to) corporate affairs, media relations, crisis communications, executive communications and proven experience connecting corporate strategies with market trends and opportunities.

In our performance and results-driven culture, we are looking for a top notch communicator that will bring the right energy and have a proven track record tackling meaty, impactful initiatives. We are at the forefront of a revolution in electric mobility, so the right candidate should have a clear passion for communications innovation, an unwavering desire to enhance awareness, and an eagerness to help shape not only ChargePoint’s narrative, but also drive a broader industry message that will shape the perception of electric mobility now and into the future.

This person is motivated, a self-starter and quick learner who brings energy and excitement to every project sent their way. This person wants to be part of something incredible.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Execute strategic corporate communications initiatives across project areas, to various audiences, across many verticals as a generalist.
• Executive communications and experience prepping, developing content, and influencing strategy at the executive level are a must.
• Expand analyst relations program focused on industry analysts primarily, as well as support financial analyst efforts in partnership with the Investor Relations team.
• Develop education process/programs to inform press, industry analysts and potentially Wall Street audiences where appropriate through briefings, tours, information requests, etc.
• Manage communications support for the release of material or financial information to the press and analysts (e.g. earnings reports, M&A activity, etc.).
• Foster existing, and develop new relationships with key media, analysts and influencers.
• Develop press materials and relevant types of content including press releases, communications plans, messaging documents, talking points, speeches, fact sheets, Q&A documents, and more for industry and financial analysts, press, and other stakeholders.
• Manage supporting PR agencies in North America.

Requirements and Success Factors

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in English, journalism, public relations preferred, but not required.
• 5-8 years of combined agency and in-house experience preferred, but not required across a diverse collection of industries, companies, or project areas.
• Experience helping an emerging brand tackle new and complex industry challenges at a startup or as part of an incubator at a larger company.
• Candidates with experience in technology, green tech, automotive, financial/Wall Street, or a combination thereof, are of particular interest. Enthusiasm for emerging markets and electric mobility a must.
• Strong writing, editing, proofreading skills are essential, including the ability to present concepts, particularly complex topics, effectively verbally and in print.
• Must possess excellent organizational, project and time management, and planning skills.
• Experience partnering with and influencing executive-level leaders.
• Ability to remain cool under pressure while managing projects of different kinds simultaneously.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Track record collaborating effectively with cross-departmental teams and stakeholders.
• Organized, detail oriented, and have a solid understanding of analyst relations, public relations, and corporate communications.
• Self-starter with a positive and professional approach.
• FUN… brings energy and passion few people can turn away from.
• Willing to travel 20 – 30 percent of the time (when things return to normal post pandemic).

Location

Full time position in Campbell, CA or Remote (Northeast, West Coast).

We are committed to an inclusive and diverse team. ChargePoint is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, national origin, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, marital status or any legally protected status.

If there is a match between your experiences/skills and the Company needs, we will contact you directly.

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