Head, Public Relations (APAC)

About the Company

The employer is part of a global delivery technology group operating in more than 70 countries. Headquartered in Berlin, Germany, the group has been listed on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange since 2017 and is included in the MDAX index. The role is based at the APAC headquarters in Singapore.

About the Role

This position is for a senior regional public relations leader who will oversee PR strategy and execution for APAC. You will work closely with the wider communications and public affairs function and act as a key contributor to the region’s leadership team.

Key Responsibilities

• Set the direction for public relations across corporate, consumer, financial, and organizational communications throughout APAC.
• Create a regional communications plan that aligns local market activity with the company’s broader global and regional brand messages.
• Advise APAC leaders and senior executives on communication strategy, messaging, and executive positioning.
• Act as the main link between local market teams, APAC leadership, and global stakeholders.
• Work in close coordination with commercial, policy, legal, and operations teams to support business goals through communications.
• Provide guidance on sensitive issues and help shape timely, effective responses to protect the company’s reputation.
• Maintain strong media relationships, especially with international business and technology journalists.
• Drive proactive media stories that strengthen the company’s standing in delivery, quick-commerce, and technology-led services.
• Develop engaging narratives that connect with customers, merchants, riders, and partners across different markets and formats.
• Lead, coach, and grow a high-performing PR and communications team.
• Build scalable processes, standards, and a centre of excellence for communications work.

Requirements

• At least 12 years of experience in public relations or communications, with strong expertise in corporate and crisis communications.
• Demonstrated success in influencing C-suite executives and senior leaders.
• Experience in a regional or multi-market communications role is a strong advantage.
• A well-developed network of journalists across major international business and technology media outlets.
• Strong storytelling skills with the ability to use news cycles strategically and adapt messaging for different media audiences.
• Full professional fluency in English, both written and spoken; additional languages are beneficial.

Additional Information

This role is based in Singapore and is part of the APAC headquarters. The job calls for a highly driven and motivated individual who can lead regional PR efforts, manage reputation risks, and build a strong communications function across multiple markets.