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Manager, Communications
Location
United States
Posted
9 days ago
Salary
$122.4K - $153K / year
Seniority
Senior
Job Description
Manager, Communications
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• Execute Employ’s PR and corporate communications programs, managing day-to-day agency relationships and tracking performance against goals • Develop and refine messaging for company announcements, product news, and key business moments • Identify proactive media opportunities and monitor the media landscape, competitive activity, and industry conversations to surface risks and opportunities • Support planning and execution of communications during sensitive or high-impact business moments, including periods of organizational change • Help maintain and refine crisis communications frameworks, messaging, and escalation processes • Collaborate with legal, HR, and cross-functional partners to coordinate response during reputation-sensitive situations • Execute internal communications across company-wide messaging, organizational updates, and employee engagement initiatives, partnering with HR and leadership to ensure timely and aligned delivery • Contribute to internal storytelling that builds transparency, trust, and alignment across the organization • Manage end-to-end production of the company podcast and thought leadership content programs, overseeing timelines, publishing coordination, and brand consistency • Identify and recruit guests including customers, partners, executives, and industry leaders; develop episode narratives, interview outlines, scripts, and prep materials; and facilitate speaker prep and stakeholder approvals • Coordinate analyst briefings, reporting initiatives, and ongoing engagement with key industry analysts in partnership with Product Marketing and leadership • Support executive visibility initiatives including thought leadership content, bylines, and speaking opportunities • Partner with marketing, HR, legal, and product teams to align messaging and maintain consistency across the organization • May manage or mentor junior communications team members, providing clear direction and development feedback • Help maintain communications planning calendars, workflows, and operational processes to keep the function running efficiently
Job Requirements
- 4–7 years of experience in communications, public relations, or corporate communications
- Experience executing communications programs within B2B, SaaS, technology, or HR technology organizations preferred
- Hands-on experience managing PR agency relationships and external communications partners
- Demonstrated experience supporting crisis communications and executive communications initiatives
- Strong writing, messaging, and verbal communication skills
- Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines with attention to detail
- Comfortable working cross-functionally and partnering with senior stakeholders
- Experience working in fast-paced, collaborative environments
- Preferred (but not required) Qualifications
- Experience within HR technology, SaaS, or enterprise technology industries
- Familiarity with analyst relations, brand positioning, or thought leadership programs
- Experience working through periods of organizational change, transformation, or rapid growth
Benefits
- Unlimited PTO: Trust-based time off so you can recharge and bring your best self to work.
- Comprehensive benefits: Medical, dental, and vision coverage to support you and your family’s health and well-being.
- Learning & development programs: Access to training, mentorship, and development resources to grow your skills — from HR operations to total rewards strategy.
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