Paris, France Hybrid

Whatnot is hiring a Senior Communications Manager, France

Shape the future of communications in a high-growth market

As the Senior Communications Manager for France, you’ll establish and lead all strategic messaging and media engagement for one of the company’s fastest-growing European markets. Based in London, you will build the communications function from scratch, crafting narratives that resonate with businesses, consumers, and policymakers.

What You’ll Do

  • Develop and execute a comprehensive communications strategy tailored to the French market
  • Position the company as a recognized and trusted brand through proactive media outreach and relationship-building
  • Translate complex business operations, policies, and values into clear, compelling stories for diverse audiences
  • Lead real-time response during critical incidents, including high-visibility escalations and Trust & Safety challenges
  • Create and maintain a strategic communications playbook to guide rapid, consistent responses across scenarios
  • Collaborate closely with internal teams to align messaging with product, policy, and user experience

What We’re Looking For

  • At least 8 years of experience in public relations, corporate communications, or a related field
  • Deep familiarity with French media, cultural dynamics, and regulatory environment
  • Fluency in both French and English, with exceptional writing and speaking abilities
  • Proven success in managing crisis communications and sensitive policy issues
  • Ability to operate independently in fast-moving, uncertain environments
  • Strong initiative and hands-on mindset—comfortable doing foundational work and adapting quickly
  • Skill in balancing community interests with business goals, especially in two-sided platforms
  • Experience crafting messages for both earned and owned channels

How We Support You

  • Generous time-off policy and paid parental leave, including a gradual return-to-work option
  • Health coverage options including medical, dental, and vision
  • Monthly allowances for wellness, home internet, mobile service, and pet food
  • Support for family planning, including fertility and adoption expenses
  • Retirement benefits with employer-matching contributions
  • Home office setup stipend
  • Opportunities to engage directly with the platform as both buyer and seller

Work Environment

This is a hybrid role based in London, with flexibility to work remotely or from office hubs. Team members must reside within commuting distance of London, Dublin, or Berlin. The culture emphasizes speed, ownership, and staying close to the product and its users.

Our Commitment to Inclusion

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We believe diverse perspectives strengthen our work and welcome applicants of all backgrounds. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, gender, national origin, disability, age, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under local law.

Required Skills
Public Relations
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Whatnot
Whatnot is the largest livestream shopping platform in North America and Europe where users can buy, sell, and discover items across hundreds of categories such as trading cards, fashion, electronics, and live plants. The company enables sellers to build real businesses and is pioneering live commerce at scale in the West.
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Job Details
Department Communications
Category management
Posted 2 months ago