Corporate Communications & PR Lead

iyzico

iyzico was founded in 2013 to provide online payment services and artificial intelligence-based payment technologies to businesses of various sizes in the world of e-commerce. By making the complex payment processes simple through its easy and secure platform, iyzico had achieved significant successes through supporting thousands of businesses in digitalisation and was acquired by the global payment systems giant PayU in 2019. With such robust structure, iyzico is operating on the principle of democratising financial services and making them accessible for everyone alongside the services it provides to businesses.

Through iyzico Buyer Protection, consumers’ concerns regarding shopping online are resolved and better experiences are enabled. Control is handed back to the consumers by 24/7 live support through the iyzico mobile app and convenience in cancellation/returns processes. To this date, more than 2 million consumers shopped online under the security provided by iyzico Buyer Protection and this number is increasing daily. Via pay with iyzico, which is a blended payment solution, millions of consumers who do not use banking can safely shop online under the belt of iyzico Buyer Protection.

iyzico continues to simplify online shopping for both consumers and sellers by the simple, accessible, and innovative technologies it developed.

DEPARTMENT IN GENERAL

· Production of strategic PR communication elements for iyzico brand and its product.

· To create corporate communication calendar & budget, to follow & to report.

· Having a clear understanding of consumer & business insights and their translation into clear actions in line with the online & offline marketing communication strategy.

· To develope creative integrated communication programs utilising traditional PR, social media to support the strategy.

· Being the gate keeper of brand standards to ensure all deliverables stay “on brand”

· Managing CEO & corporate social media accounts.

SPONSORSHIP & EVENTS

· Coordinate and lead corporate communications activities such as social responsibility projects, corporate sponsorship activities, product and brand oriented communications.

· Work closely with internal stakeholders to define event and sponsorship goals, objectives and specific implementation plans that promote the brand and organization objectives.

· Having a key role in developing and managing employee branding projects.

PR & DIGITAL PR

· Coordinating all media and PR aspects, including press releases, articles and statements with PR agency.

· Identifying potential reputational issues, threats and developed appropriatecommunications responses to defuse and/or avert crises and promote a positive company reputation.

· Responsible for internal & external leadership communication.

· Content management (responsible for creating newsworthy content to serve the business strategies of iyzico)

· Content management for press meetings, trips & interviews.

· Identify & train spokespersons.

· Executing the advertising strategies and supporting the creation of campaigns and promotions in coordination with the creative agency.

· Following up on PR activities to strengthen the competitive advantage of the brand and its products.

· Responsible for developing and implementing corporate digital communication strategy including corporate social media accounts, corporate web site.

REQURIED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in communications, journalism, public relations, marketingor related field.
• Min. 6 years of experience in public relations or corporate communications.
• Excellent written/verbal communication and reporting skills in English.
• Proven ability to understand business challenges and formulate effective communications strategies that support the audience needs and business goals.
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize tasks and manage time effectively.
• Strong working knowledge of a variety of public relations programs.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• A strong eye for detail.

What We Offer

• A culture of continuous development: conferences, in-house events, to stay up-to-date on current trends and technology. (Everyone’s encouraged to get on the stage and share expertise with teammates and the community)
• Online Training Platform (Free access to Udemy, Harvard ManageMentor, Getabstract, etc.)
• Freedom under responsibility is our common mindset
• Our headquarters is in Altunizade
• An iyzicoMate is assigned to help you with anything you may need during your onboarding
• A detailed orientation program designed for you to fully grasp the iyzico culture
• Meal & Internet Allowance
• Transportation Allowance
• A gift voucher to meet tech needs and an ergonomic workspace at home
• Macbook (and monitor if needed)
• Employee support program: free psychological counseling, legal advice, financial advice etc.
• Private health insurance
• 1-day birthday leave