Wandercraft

Global Senior Communications Manager

New York, USA (On-site)

Wandercraft provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age or disability. At Wandercraft we pioneer intelligent robotics to help people do what they can’t do. We apply the most advanced robotics and AI to expand what’s possible for humans in the fields of healthcare and now industry. Founded in 2012, Wandercraft is globally recognized for creating the world’s first self-balancing walking exoskeleton, Atalante X, which is used in more than 100 rehabilitation centers across four continents helping individuals with disabilities re-learn how to walk, with over a million steps taken each month. Building on over a decade of real-world experience and a proprietary neural network trained on billions of steps, we’re bringing mobility beyond clinical settings and into the home. Our personal exoskeleton, Eve, is a first-of-its kind device designed to assist wheelchair users in standing and walking in everyday life. Now we’re expanding our platform to support industrial and assistive tasks with the Calvin family of humanoid robots. Built in just 40 days, Calvin-40 is designed to relieve factory workers from hazardous labor. Future versions of Calvin will assist persons with reduced autonomy in their daily activities. Our growth into home and industrial robotics opens new horizons while reinforcing our ability to scale innovation, improve reliability, and accelerate our impact, across our entire portfolio of products and industries. From Paris and New York, our team of over 110 engineers, clinicians, researchers, and operators is united by one mission: to design robotics that improve human life, wherever people need them most! We’re not just hiring people: we’re building a team of pioneers, curious minds and problem solvers who want to change the world, step by step. Join us to shape the next generation of medical and humanoid robotics powered by AI and purpose. Wandercraft is seeking a hands-on Global Senior Communications Manager to own and execute the company’s overarching communications strategy for all products—spanning both healthcare and industrial robotics—as well as corporate communications. You will be the driving force behind how the world sees Wandercraft, shaping our narrative, building brand reputation, engaging our community on and offline, and ensuring our groundbreaking technology reaches and resonates with global audiences. As a self-starter with a strong ownership mindset, you will lead all aspects of communications, from crafting compelling messaging and thought leadership to getting into the weeds on social media channels and building relationships with key media. You will empower your team, including a dedicated Content & Social Media Manager, to deliver impactful storytelling across all channels and touchpoints. If you thrive on making things happen, enjoy working across the full spectrum of communications, and want to make a real impact on people’s lives through innovative robotics, this is your opportunity to define what’s possible at the intersection of technology and mobility. Key Responsibilities (non-exhaustive list): Communications Strategy & Execution Partner with internal stakeholders to develop and own the global communications strategy, ensuring alignment with business goals, product launches, and clinical and regulatory milestones for both healthcare and industrial robotics, Craft and maintain consistent, compelling messaging and narratives for all Wandercraft products and corporate initiatives, Lead and execute public relations activities, including drafting press releases and social media copy across all key channels, executive communications, and creative directing social media videos ensuring Wandercraft’s voice is clear and influential in the industry, Effectively manage crisis communications, providing timely and effective responses to protect and enhance the company’s reputation. Content & Social Media Leadership Direct the Content & Social Media Manager based in Paris create, curate, and distribute engaging content across digitial, video, and social media channels, Collaborate with product marketing, design, product, and clinical teams to ensure all communications are accurate, impactful, and aligned with regulatory requirements, Develop thought leadership programs and executive visibility initiatives to position Wandercraft as a leader in robotics and mobility innovation, Actively monitor proactive opportunities in the space, submit for awards, and manage public appearances from selection to logistics. Engage with Key Influencers and Communities Build and nurture relationships with industry influencers, patient advocates, and healthcare professionals to amplify Wandercraft’s mission and foster trust, Collaborate with patients, companions, and users to gather authentic stories and feedback, ensuring their voices are represented in communications, Exercise your creativity and partner mindset to spot opportunities for content with our community and execute with speed. Oversee the Communications Funnel and Social Engagement Monitor and guide communications activities across all funnel stages—from awareness and engagement to consideration and loyalty—ensuring consistent, impactful messaging for patients, customers, and healthcare stakeholders, Build awareness to drive patient traffic to our Atalante X customers, including Walk in New York and forthcoming Wandercraft walk centers, Leverage communications channels to support the creation of a strong pipeline of leads for the Eve, our personal exoskeleton, set to hit the market as early as 2026, Directly respond to inquiries and foster conversations on social media and in direct messages (DMs), maintaining an open dialogue with patients, customers, and influencers and managing Wandercraft’s public presence with care and professionalism, Represent Wandercraft at key industry conferences and local patient events to build relationships, showcase innovations, and deepen engagement with audiences across healthcare and industrial (travel ~25%), Travel to Paris to engage with broader global marketing team approximately 4x per year. Performance & Innovation Monitor and analyze communications performance metrics, using data to continuously improve strategies and tactics, Partner with marketing strategy & ops to create a regular cadence of reporting and growth across key channels, including monitoring for sentiment and share of voice, Stay ahead of industry trends (if not inventing new ones!) and competitor activity, identifying new opportunities for Wandercraft to lead and innovate in content and communications. Diplomas: Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree in communications, public relations, or related field preferred. Experience: 7+ years’ experience in communications, public relations, or marketing, preferably in technology, healthcare, or robotics. Proven track record of developing and executing successful global communications strategies and campaigns Experience in (and a love of) building from zero within high-growth startups Fiercely creative with an eye for detail and delivering exceptional digital and IRL experiences. Proactive and opportunistic, ready to quickly jump into the opportunities as they present themselves and execute with excellence and speed Experience working in a fast-paced, high-growth environment; startup experience is a plus. Skills Strong leadership skills, with experience remotely managing and developing direct reports: expert Proactivity: autonomous Expertise in media relations, influencer relationship management, crisis and executive communications: expert Excellent written and verbal communication skills: expert Familiarity with regulatory requirements (FDA, CE Mark) and global compliance considerations: basic knowledge Fluency in English: trainer Proficiency in French is a plus. Why Join Wandercraft? Be at the forefront of life-changing robotics technology Work with a passionate, international team Travel to our Paris office at least 3 times per year Significant autonomy to make a tangible impact on people’s lives from day one Ready to revolutionize mobility and communications? Apply today! Screening call with HR (15 minutes) Interview with Hiring Manager (1 hour) Interview with the team (45 minutes) HR Interview (30 minutes) Interview with Chief Business Development Officer (30 minutes) Assignement