VP (Head) of Communications

About us:

BVNK provides modern payment infrastructure for businesses. We unify banks and blockchains in a single platform. With BVNK, businesses can send and receive stablecoin payments, convert between currencies, and add stablecoin payments to their checkout. Using our flexible platform and robust global licensing and compliance expertise, innovators can launch new payment products quickly and compliantly.

We are a diverse team spread across EMEA, North America, and APAC, with a shared belief that all payment flows will interact with crypto in the coming decade, and BVNK will be at the forefront of this transformation of the financial system.

We recently secured a strategic investment from Visa through their Visa Ventures arm. This follows our $50 million Series B in December, led by Haun Ventures with participation from Coinbase Ventures, Scribble Ventures, DRW Venture Capital, Avenir, and Tiger Global. The continued confidence from these leading investors has enabled us to accelerate our growth trajectory, and we’re looking for smart, ambitious people to help us build the next generation of payments.

We’re incredibly honored to have made Newsweek’s list of The Top 100 Global Most Loved Workplaces two years running (2023 and 2024) and to have been recognised by LinkedIn as one of the Top 20 Startups in the UK in 2024.

About this role in the team:

BVNK is on a mission to be the global leader in stablecoin payments. As our VP (Head) of Communications, you will lead our global communications strategy, shaping how the world perceives BVNK. Your goal: elevate BVNK as a category-defining fintech and payments leader.

You’ll be responsible for driving consistent, high-impact media coverage in top-tier global publications, owning BVNK’s messaging, and building enduring relationships with media, influencers, and stakeholders across the ecosystem. You’ll work directly with senior executives, advise on thought leadership, and ensure we are proactively shaping the narrative around stablecoins, payments innovation, and global finance.

This role reports to the Chief Marketing Officer and is ideal for a strategic communicator with a proven track record in fast-paced fintech, deep media relationships, and the ability to operate confidently with Founders and Executives.

Key Areas of Responsibilities:

1. Strategy & Positioning

• Develop and execute a global communications strategy that supports BVNK’s business goals and amplifies its leadership in stablecoin payments.
• Define and refine BVNK’s messaging and narrative across owned and earned channels.
• Position BVNK as a trusted, credible voice in the future of money, cross-border payments, and crypto infrastructure.

1. Media & PR

• Secure regular, high-quality coverage in tier-one media outlets (e.g. Bloomberg, CNBC, FT, WSJ, Reuters, The Economist).
• Own relationships with top-tier journalists globally and act as a trusted source for stablecoin and fintech news.
• Identify and capitalise on media opportunities that position BVNK in the conversation – including proactive outreach, rapid response to breaking news, and op-ed placement.
• Manage agency relationships (if applicable) and serve as the in-house lead for PR.

1. Executive Comms & Thought Leadership

• Partner with the CEO and leadership team to develop compelling thought leadership and external communications.
• Prepare executives for media appearances, panels, podcasts, and conferences.
• Draft speeches, bylines, media briefs, and public statements.

1. Corporate & Crisis Communications

• Lead company announcements, press releases, funding news, and product launches.
• Own issues and crisis communications planning and response.
• Ensure consistency of message and tone across all communications.

What we need from you:

• Experience at a high-growth startup or scale-up, with a strong preference for backgrounds in payments or stablecoins/blockchain.
• Proven ability to secure consistent tier-one media coverage.
• Strong relationships with global business and tech media.
• Exceptional writing, storytelling, and messaging skills.
• Experience advising founders and C-suite executives on high-stakes communications.
• Comfortable operating in ambiguity and at both strategic and tactical levels.
• Track record of building brand credibility and influence in a crowded market.
• Deep understanding of the global fintech and crypto media landscape.

Nice to have:

• Background in journalism or editorial.
• Experience managing PR across multiple regions (EMEA, US, APAC).
• Passion for the future of money, crypto, and open financial systems.

What you can expect from us:

• Fair and competitive salary at every stage of your growth
• Meaningful ownership in the business through our employee option scheme
• Flexible working hours, with hybrid working at its heart
• A culture built on passionate, growth-minded people
• A flexible approach to holiday
• Opportunities to travel to our offices around the world
• An open and creative environment where you can help us define the future of BVNK, its culture, and its opportunity sets

At BVNK, we are focused on building a diverse and inclusive team. While you may not meet all of our requirements, we’d encourage you to apply if you meet the majority of our expectations. You may be a great fit for this role or another role in our team.