Mgr - External Communications

About the role

Manages external communications activities that strengthen brand reputation and visibility. Oversees a team of communications professionals, ensuring consistent delivery of messaging aligned with business and Communications + Brand strategies. Collaborates with leadership across business units to plan and execute media relations, content strategies, and visibility initiatives that support organizational objectives.

Responsibilities

• Manages planning and execution of external communications campaigns, ensuring integration across channels and alignment with company priorities.
• Supervises a team of communications professionals, providing direction, feedback, and professional development support.
• Develops and manages media relations strategy, including proactive and reactive communications.
• Oversees editorial planning and content creation processes to ensure quality and consistency.
• Coordinates with internal stakeholders to align messaging with organizational and regional strategies.
• Tracks communications performance metrics and provides leadership with insights and recommendations.
• Ensures adherence to brand, legal, and ethical communication standards.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in communications, public relations, journalism, marketing, or a related field, or equivalent experience required.
• 7+ years of experience in communications, including 2–3 years in a supervisory capacity required.
• APR or CMP certification preferred.

Pay

Anticipated Starting Pay Range: $121,000.00 – $182,000.00