Sr. Manager, Corporate Communications

Position Overview

In a rapidly shifting environment, it is essential that PMI U.S. shows up with clarity, credibility, and judgment. As PMI U.S. continues to lead the industry toward a smoke-free future, the Senior Manager, Corporate Communications will play a pivotal role in shaping how our reputation is managed, and our leaders are seen, heard, and trusted.

Executive Visibility & Strategy

• Develop and execute insight-driven, proactive communications strategies for senior executives aligned with PMI U.S. priorities, values, and risk environment
• Advises leaders on where to engage, when to engage, and when not to, ensuring presence is purposeful rather than performative
• Translate cultural, media, and stakeholder insights into clear recommendations for executive positioning and thought leadership

Opportunity Identification & Media Innovation

• Proactively identify new and emerging media, platforms, and formats (including nontraditional outlets) to advance PMI U.S.’s visibility
• Build and maintain strong relationships with journalists, editors, producers, and platform leaders as a core capability—not a transactional one

Content & Narrative Development

• Draft and oversee high-impact op-eds, speeches, LinkedIn articles, news announcements and talking points that reflect each executive’s distinct voice and strategic agenda
• Partner with internal stakeholders and external agencies to ensure narrative discipline, quality, and consistency across channels
• Earned Media & Recognition
• Earn strategic awards, speaker submissions, and recognition opportunities aligned to long-term reputation goals

Complex Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Navigate complex, and at times competing, priorities across Corporate Affairs, Government Affairs, Scientific Engagement, HR, and external partners
• Bring judgment, diplomacy, and decisiveness to align teams and move work forward effectively

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in communications, Journalism, Public Affairs, or related field (Master’s preferred)
• 8+ years of experience in executive communications, public affairs, journalism, or strategic communications
• Proven ability to craft compelling narratives and coach senior leaders with confidence
• Strong media instincts and deep fluency in the U.S. media and policy landscape
• Experience managing executive digital presence, especially LinkedIn

What We Offer

• A competitive base salary
• An annual bonus (applicable based on level of position)
• Great medical, dental and vision coverage
• A 401k with a generous company match
• Incredible wellness benefits
• Commuter benefits
• Pet insurance
• Generous PTO
• And much more!

Company Information

• We are an Equal Opportunity Employer
• We are headquartered in Stamford, Conn., and our U.S. affiliates have more than 3,000 employees
• We have implemented Smart Work, a hybrid model of working that promotes flexibility in the workplace
• We offer a global business with endless opportunities to progress
• We are working to deliver a smoke-free future