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About Phoenix Tailings

Phoenix Tailings is a rapidly growing clean mining and metals production startup dedicated to sustainable and economic critical metals production. Our mission is to be the world's first fully clean mining and metals production company, producing the resources needed for the next generation of our economy.

About Phoenix Tailings

Phoenix Tailings is a rapidly growing clean mining and metals production startup dedicated to sustainable and economic critical metals production. Our mission is to be the world's first fully clean mining and metals production company, producing the resources needed for the next generation of our economy.

Why Phoenix Tailings

At Phoenix, we believe that nothing great is ever accomplished alone or without the passion of people who push and motivate one another. If you share our relentless pursuit of a better future, passion for innovation, and excitement about working with some of the top innovators in the world, then this is the place for you.

Our Values

• You are only crazy if you are wrong, it’s ok to be wrong
• Lead with Compassion
• Be Resourceful
• Listen
• Hustle
  
  

Who We Are Looking For

Phoenix Tailings is looking for a dynamic and strategic Director of Communications to lead all public relations, media engagement, and external communications. This role is critical to building and protecting the Phoenix Tailings brand as we revolutionize clean critical metals production. We are seeking a visionary storyteller and strategist who can position Phoenix Tailings as a leader in clean technology, engage a global audience, and drive awareness and excitement for our mission.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead all public relations and media efforts to establish Phoenix Tailings as a trusted leader in clean mining and critical metals production.
• Design and execute proactive media strategies to build brand awareness, secure top-tier media coverage, and effectively communicate key company milestones.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with media outlets, reporters, and key industry influencers.
• Serve as a primary company spokesperson; craft and deliver compelling narratives in interviews, press conferences, and public engagements.
• Create and oversee high-impact external communications, including press releases, media kits, executive speeches, and op-eds.
• Monitor industry trends and public perception, providing strategic counsel to the executive team on communication opportunities and risks.
• Oversee crisis communication strategies, ensuring rapid, transparent, and effective responses.
• Build, manage, and mentor a high-performing communications team to support company growth.
• Partner with internal teams (Marketing, Business Development, Government Relations) to align messaging and amplify our mission globally.
  
  

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience leading public relations, corporate communications, or media strategy, preferably in energy, technology, mining, or clean tech sectors.
• Bachelor or Master’s degree in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, or a related field.
• Proven track record of securing top-tier media placements and driving positive brand recognition.
• Exceptional writing, editing, and verbal communication skills with an ability to translate complex technical information into accessible narratives.
• Experience serving as a company spokesperson and engaging with media at the highest levels.
• Deep understanding of media relations, crisis communication, brand management, and digital media strategies.
• Strategic thinker with the ability to anticipate reputational risks and opportunities.
• Strong leadership skills with experience building and scaling communications teams.
  
  

We offer a competitive compensation package that is based on expertise. We also offer the following benefits:

• Healthcare, we care about you and your family: 100% Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Stock: Ownership in a fast-growing venture-backed company.
• Family Focus: Parental leave and flexibility for families.
• Time Off: Flexible vacation policy to encourage people to get out and see the world.
• Team Fun: Regularly scheduled events, and celebrations.
• Learning: Learning and development Opportunities to grow your skills and career.
• Great team: Working with fun, hard-working, kind people committed to making a difference!
• Flexible culture: We are results-focused. We don’t work at the office every day.
  
  

At Phoenix Tailings, we have an open culture that values learning, and we are looking to grow the team with enthusiastic individuals who share our vision of sustainable mining.

Phoenix Tailings, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we value diversity at all levels. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation, and pregnancy), national origin, age, disability or genetic information, or any other applicable protected characteristics, and these characteristics will not be a factor for consideration of any work-related decisions (including but not limited to hiring, firing, compensation, and discipline).

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Director

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Marketing, Public Relations, and Writing/Editing

• Industries

  Mining

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