Position: Head of Communication
Location
: Milan, Italy (with the option for remote work)
Contract Type
: Full-time
Salary Range (RAL)
: €40,000 - €70,000 depending on deep-tech comms experience, contract type, and location
Date Posted
: Immediate
Company Profile
Mind Earth is a dynamic Swiss–Italian frontier-tech company at the intersection of advanced machine learning and big data analytics for geospatial intelligence. By integrating satellite imagery, mobility data, and crowd-sourced mapping, we empower organizations across industries to make data-driven decisions that enhance sustainability, improve operational efficiency, and build confidence and resilience in the face of uncertainty. Our solutions enable businesses and governments to extract actionable insights from complex spatial data, transforming them into powerful tools for improving urban resilience, optimizing infrastructure, and managing environmental risk.
Role Overview
We are looking for a highly skilled, experienced and proactive professional with a strategic mindset to lead Mind Earth's branding and communication strategy. In this key role, you will be responsible for shaping and implementing a comprehensive communication plan that effectively positions the company in the geospatial and AI-driven sectors.
At Mind Earth, we value initiative and strategic thinking. We need someone who can independently develop ideas, make decisions, and drive all aspects of communication, while understanding complex AI/geospatial concepts. You will collaborate closely with the leadership team and external partners to ensure our message is communicated clearly and consistently across multiple channels, building a communication ecosystem that is influential and scalable
This is an exciting opportunity to play a central role in defining how Mind Earth presents itself to the world and drives its continued growth.
Key Responsibilities
Reporting directly to the leadership team, you will own and drive the strategic and operational communication. Your responsibilities will include:
- Develop and implement a coherent long-term communication and brand strategy that reflects Mind Earth's technological vision and market positioning.
- Build a clear Operating Roadmap for communication: priorities, targets, channels, content pipelines, KPIs.
- Identify the right messages, audiences, channels, and timing to maximize external visibility and influence.
- Translate complex geospatial and technical topics into clear, engaging narratives for both specialist and non-specialist audiences.
- Oversee the full spectrum of content creation (written, visual, multimedia), ensuring consistency in tone, quality, and brand identity.
- Supervise and coordinate the work of external agencies and creative partners, setting briefs, reviewing materials, and ensuring alignment with Mind Earth's priorities.
- Curate and maintain website content, including case studies, project stories, and product updates.
- Build a bold, authoritative Linked In presence showcasing technical expertise, impact, partnerships, and technology development.
- Plan and run digital campaigns, leveraging analytics to measure impact and refine strategy.
- Oversee SEO, SEM, and performance metrics to strengthen digital visibility.
- Coordinate Mind Earth's visibility at international events, conferences, and exhibitions—managing brand presence, messaging, and outreach.
- Develop communication material for events, media interactions, and strategic partnerships.
- Work closely with technical and business teams to understand ongoing projects and translate them into actionable communication, maintaining the balance between technical rigor and impact language.
Your Profile
- Master's degree in Communication, Marketing, Media Studies, or a related field.
- At least 4–6 years of experience in strategic communication or brand management roles, within tech, geospatial, AI, innovation, or data-driven sectors at the international level.
- Ability to understand scientific/technical content deeply and convert it into accurate, engaging narratives.
- Excellent command of English (written and spoken).
- Proven ability to develop and lead communication strategies, with a focus on creating impactful and cohesive brand messaging.
- Strong skills in crafting high-quality content across formats (written, visual, multimedia).
- Solid understanding of digital communication dynamics, including analytics-driven decision making.
- Proactive mindset, ability to work independently, take initiative, and prioritize effectively.
- Experience in managing company presence at events, ensuring alignment with brand strategy and effective representation.
- Experience in executing integrated communication campaigns across various platforms (e.g., social media, web, and print).
Preferred Skills
- Familiarity with geospatial technologies, satellite imagery, AI/ML concepts, mobility data, or climate-related analytics.
- Experience working on communication within climate-tech, AI, or environmental intelligence sectors.
- Understanding of communication within tech-driven sectors, particularly in data science, business intelligence, urban planning and sustainability.
- Experience managing external suppliers or agencies and providing clear creative direction.
- Ability to collaborate confidently with cross-functional teams (scientists, data engineers, business developers), particularly in aligning messaging between product, technical, and business units.
What We Offer
- Remote work -
potentially fully remote work.
- International Exposure -
engagement with leading international organizations and opportunities for travel.
- Strategic Impact -
central role in shaping Mind Earth's public presence for years to come.
- Collaborative Environment -
dynamic, mission-driven team working at the intersection of AI, geospatial data, and urban resilience.
- Creative Autonomy -
freedom to propose and execute ideas that strengthen Mind Earth's impact and visibility.
- Career Development -
access to training, mentorship, and career progression opportunities as part of a team that encourages continuous learning and personal growth.
Application Instructions
Please send your CV and communication portfolio to
with the following subject
Application for Head of Communication_Surname Name.
Shortlisted candidates may be asked to complete a practical assignment.