Communications Lead

Ironclad is the leading AI contracting platform that transforms agreements into assets. Contracts move faster, insights surface instantly, and agents push work forward, all with you in control. Whether you’re buying or selling, Ironclad unifies the entire process on one intelligent platform, providing leaders with the visibility they need to stay one step ahead. That’s why the world’s most transformative organizations, from OpenAI to the World Health Organization and the Associated Press, trust Ironclad to accelerate their business.

We’re consistently recognized as a leader in the industry: a Leader in the Forrester Wave and Gartner Magic Quadrant for Contract Lifecycle Management, a Fortune Great Place to Work, and one of Fast Company’s Most Innovative Workplaces. Ironclad has also been named to Forbes’ AI 50 and Business Insider’s list of Companies to Bet Your Career On. We’re backed by leading investors including Accel, Y Combinator, Sequoia, BOND, and Franklin Templeton. For more information, visit www.ironcladapp.com or follow us on LinkedIn.

About The Role

Ironclad is transforming the future of AI contract management, and how we tell our story is critical to our continued success. We are looking for a Communications Lead to manage our media relations, corporate & product communications, and executive visibility efforts. In this role, you will craft compelling narratives, elevate our brand presence, and position Ironclad as the leading voice in AI contract lifecycle management.

Reporting to VP, Corporate Marketing, this role will work closely with our CEO, executive team, and cross-functional leaders to drive media engagement, thought leadership, and industry influence. You will be responsible for ensuring Ironclad is top-of-mind for customers, prospects, influencers, and media, maintaining relevance in the broader zeitgeist and contributing to public discourse around AI, technology, and business.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a comprehensive corporate & product communications strategy that increases Ironclad’s visibility and influence.
• Bring strong relationships with top-tier media and industry influencers to tell the Ironclad story in meaningful ways.
• Secure high-impact media coverage in business, technology, and trade publications, ensuring consistent messaging.
• Experiment with new types of media, including Substack, video, and podcasts.
• Manage and act as a strategic partner for external agency relationships, maximizing their impact and value.
• Bring strong POV and expertise in product storytelling that drives key messages within a crowded market.
• Position Ironclad’s leadership team as industry thought leaders through media opportunities, speaking engagements, and content development.
• Drive Ironclad’s corporate narrative, ensuring it resonates across all stakeholders, including customers, investors, and partners.
• Develop and refine crisis communication protocols and playbooks, ensuring Ironclad responds effectively to sensitive issues.
• Partner with the marketing and content teams to elevate compelling customer success stories in the press and beyond.
  
  

Qualifications

• 7 years of corporate communications, PR, or media relations experience in B2B SaaS, enterprise tech, or legal tech.
• Proven ability to develop and execute high-impact PR campaigns that drive brand awareness and market influence.
• Deep expertise in media relations, executive thought leadership and storytelling.
• Exceptional writing, messaging, and content development skills.
• Strong understanding of enterprise B2B communications.
• Experience managing crisis communications with confidence and clarity.
• Strong leadership and cross-functional collaboration skills; experience working directly with executives.
• Data-driven mindset with experience measuring the success of PR and comms initiatives.
  
  

If you’re a strategic storyteller who thrives at the intersection of technology, media, and brand, we’d love to hear from you!

Benefits at Ironclad:

• 100% health coverage for employees (medical, dental, and vision), and 75% coverage for dependents with buy-up plan options available
• Market-leading leave policies, including gender-neutral parental leave and compassionate leave
• Family forming support through Maven for you and your partner
• Paid time off - take the time you need, when you need it
• Monthly stipends for wellbeing, hybrid work, and (if applicable) cell phone use
• Mental health support through Modern Health, including therapy, coaching, and digital tools
• Pre-tax commuter benefits (US Employees)
• 401(k) plan with Fidelity with employer match (US Employees)
• Regular team events to connect, recharge, and have fun
• And most importantly: the opportunity to help build the company you want to work at
  
  

Base Salary Range: $170,000.00 - $205,000.00

The base salary range represents the minimum and maximum of the salary range for this position based at our San Francisco headquarters. The actual base salary offered for this position will depend on numerous factors, including individual proficiency, anticipated performance, and the location of the selected candidate. Our base salary is just one component of Ironclad’s competitive total rewards package, which also includes equity awards (a new hire grant, along with opportunities for additional awards throughout your tenure), competitive health and wellness benefits, and a commitment to career growth and development.

US Employee Benefits at Ironclad:

• 100% health coverage for employees (medical, dental, and vision), and 75% coverage for dependents with buy-up plan options available
• Market-leading leave policies, including gender-neutral parental leave and compassionate leave
• Family forming support through Maven for you and your partner
• Paid time off - take the time you need, when you need it
• Monthly stipends for wellbeing, hybrid work, and (if applicable) cell phone use
• Mental health support through Modern Health, including therapy, coaching, and digital tools
• Pre-tax commuter benefits (US Employees)
• 401(k) plan with Fidelity with employer match (US Employees)
• Regular team events to connect, recharge, and have fun
• And most importantly: the opportunity to help build the company you want to work at
• UK Employee-specific benefits are included on our UK job postings
  
  

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Compensation Range: $170K - $205K