Head of Communications, Italy

As the Head of Communications for Italy, you will play a pivotal, hands-on role in shaping and executing Meta's communications strategy across the country. You will lead both proactive and reactive communications for the Meta family of apps, collaborating with local and global teams to manage media relations, social-first campaigns, and policy-related press issues. In the role, you'll directly influence Meta's reputation and brand presence in Italy.

Head of Communications, Italy Responsibilities:

• Shape and lead Meta's communications strategy in Italy, setting clear priorities, defining success metrics, and ensuring measurable impact
• Drive proactive and reactive communications, providing strategic counsel and rapid response to complex issues and crises
• Develop and execute high-impact campaigns to address brand reputation and key country priorities, while managing policy-related press issues in partnership with EMEA Policy Comms and Public Policy teams
• Identify and pitch positive stories to secure ongoing, proactive media coverage for Meta and its products by collaborating cross-functionally with local and global teams
• Develop and implement social-first strategies across Meta's channels, partnering with creators to maximize impact
• Support and advise business leaders, preparing briefing materials and managing executive spokespeople for media engagements
• Manage external agencies to ensure effective and aligned execution of communications strategies

• Professional fluency in both English and Italian, including advanced verbal and written communication skills in both languages
• 12+ years of experience in external communications, corporate issues, and project management
• Demonstrated success in executing media campaigns, crisis management, and building relationships with media and executives
• Experience managing agencies and contractors, with a focus on scalable processes and measurable results
• Proven existing relationships with Italian media
• Team player with proven experience of project management and decision-making skills
• Experience working with, influencing, and presenting to executive-level stakeholders (VP & C-level)
• Proven ability to collaborate, influence others, and lead complex cross-team projects

• Both agency and in-house experience