WHOOP

VP Communications

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Boston MA USA

Hybrid

Senior level

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The Role

The VP of Communications at WHOOP will lead global communications strategy oversee PR and internal communications manage crisis situations and mentor a communications team. This role requires strong storytelling collaboration and experience in high-growth brands particularly in AI and healthcare.

Summary Generated by Built In

At WHOOP we’re on a mission to unlock human performance and healthspan. WHOOP empowers users to perform at a higher level through a deeper understanding of their bodies and daily lives.

We’re seeking an accomplished and inspiring VP Communications to lead the WHOOP global communications strategy across public relations media engagement executive communications policy communications and internal communications.

You will be responsible for shaping and amplifying the WHOOP voice externally and internally - crafting narratives that resonate with the media our members and our global team. As WHOOP expands its impact at the intersection of AI and healthcare this leader will play a pivotal role in telling the story of our evolution - while continuing to position WHOOP as a pioneer in human performance and healthspan.

This role demands a master storyteller - someone who can shape public opinion and discourse build meaningful bridges to our members lead through potential crises with poise and develop integrated communication strategies that strengthen brand perception and drive business results. You’ll collaborate closely with the Brand Marketing Product Finance and People & Culture teams to ensure that messaging is consistent compelling and aligned with our overall vision and mission.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Lead the development and execution of the WHOOP global communications strategy ensuring alignment with brand and business priorities
Manage all external communications efforts including PR executive communications international communications media engagement and crisis response
Serve as a trusted counselor to our CEO and other top executives to shape executive visibility and thought leadership
Build and nurture media relationships to drive high-impact earned media coverage across global news outlets and health trade science tech business lifestyle and sports publications
Oversee crisis communications planning and real-time response with clarity confidence and control
Collaborate closely with marketing and product teams to ensure messaging consistency and brand alignment
Mentor grow and lead a high-performing communications team with creativity empathy and strategic direction
Partner with the People & Culture team to drive internal communications strategies that foster culture connection and employee alignment
Represent WHOOP externally as needed supporting our presence in events industry conversations and media opportunities
Bring a global lens to all communications - understanding cultural nuance and ensuring resonance in international markets

QUALIFICATIONS:

10 - 15+ years of communications experience with a deep background in media relations PR executive comms and internal storytelling
Proven success managing communications for high-growth brands. We are open to communications professionals from many different spaces - healthcare AI enterprise sports fitness and even public sector are all sectors that interest us
Extensive experience leading crisis communications with sound judgment and effective execution
Track record of securing high-quality earned media placements that shape enterprise narrative public opinion and connect the company to relevant discourse and drive awareness and brand credibility.
Comfortable leveraging AI tools to boost productivity and quality.
Excellent writing editing and storytelling skills with an editorial mindset
Confident collaborator with a strong point of view and the ability to work cross-functionally and at all levels of the organization
Global perspective with experience adapting messaging across diverse audiences and geographies
Passion for using data and insights to inform communications strategy and measure impact.
High intensity high humility - approachable humble and inspiring
Passion for the WHOOP mission and an eagerness to build a generational brand

This role is based in the WHOOP office located in Boston MA. Remote candidates will not be considered.

Interested in the role but don’t meet every qualification? We encourage you to still apply! At WHOOP we believe there is much more to a candidate than what is written on paper and we value character as much as experience. As we continue to build a diverse and inclusive environment we encourage anyone who is interested in this role to apply.

WHOOP is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-verify to determine employment eligibility. It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

The WHOOP compensation philosophy is designed to attract motivate and retain exceptional talent by offering competitive base salaries meaningful equity and consistent pay practices that reflect our mission and core values.

For this position at WHOOP we view total compensation as the combination of base salary yearly bonus equity and benefits with equity serving as a key differentiator that aligns our employees with the long-term success of the company and allows every member of our corporate team to own part of WHOOP and share in the company’s long-term growth and success.

The U.S. base salary range for this full-time position is $200000 - $300000 plus an annual bonus. Salary ranges are determined by role level and location. Within each range individual pay is based on factors such as job-related skills experience performance and relevant education or training.

In addition to the base salary and competitive benefits given the strategic importance of this leadership role we anticipate that a substantial share of total compensation will be delivered through a competitive and generous stock option grant complementing the base salary.

The base salary ranges may be modified in the future to reflect evolving market conditions and organizational needs. While most offers will typically fall toward the starting point of the range total compensation will depend on the candidate’s specific qualifications expertise and alignment with the role’s requirements.

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The Company

HQ: Boston MA

500 Employees

Year Founded: 2012

What We Do

At WHOOP we’re on a mission to unlock human performance. WHOOP empowers members to perform at a higher level through a deeper understanding of their bodies and daily lives. Our wearable device and performance optimization platform has been adopted by many of the world's greatest athletes and consumers alike.

Why Work With Us

At WHOOP we’re focused on building an inclusive and equitable team with a strong sense of belonging for everyone—increasing representation in every way as our team grows. We believe that our differences are our source of strength—so much so it’s one of our core values. 