Lead Manager Communications & Public Relations - AT & T

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This position requires office presence of a minimum of 5 days per week and is only located in the location(s) posted.  No relocation is offered.

Job Description

Overall Purpose: Responsible for managing and leading complex internal employee communications and the development and design of highly complex external Public Relations (PR) communications programs. This job title is used exclusively for employees that roll up into the Corporate Communications business unit.

Key Roles and Responsibilities:

• Analyze and confer expertise relating to the development and execution of tactical internal communications and Public Relations (PR) plans concerning the company.
• Responsibilities include writing and overseeing publication of several or most of the following: articles, microsites, rotating ads, banner ads, news releases, employee newsletters, brochures, employee handbooks, social media content, and/or materials for employee conferences and seminars.
• Involved in corporate public/community relations programs.
• Analyze and confer expertise relating to information and support to senior management or executives on general business and national media press issues.
• Provides counsel to senior managers or executives in the form of speech research and writing.
• Company spokesperson to media representatives.
• Make decisions on important public relations reactive/proactive stories, narratives, content, and storylines that will be delivered by leaders and via communications channels.
• Reflect company's priorities, values, and position on important topics, key business matters, and the tone/position of our leaders.
• Use discretion in deciding the right way to communicate.
• Responsible for providing communications and messaging for trade shows and other events.
• Key responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, strategic plans, content development, media relations, video and digital asset creation, social media, news site placement and content development, and employee communications.
• Maintain a high-level understanding of industry trends affecting the company and make appropriate recommendations regarding communication strategy surrounding them.
• Lead cross-functional teams with peers and managers at all levels across business units to assist in coordinating public relations work.
• Work on complex problems of diverse scope requiring detailed analysis of unique factors.
• Require thorough knowledge of company products, company functions, and service policies and procedures.
• Create and recommend changes to policies which affect subordinate organization(s).
• Interact with customers, functional peer group managers, and senior management.
• Interactions involve matters between functional areas, other company divisions or units, or customers and the company.
• Deliver value to business units through actions such as impacts on reputation, identifying internship and employee candidates, and more.
• Manage special projects and serve as the subject matter expert on public-facing initiatives.
• May participate in user acceptance testing, quality assurance, and deliver training for internal systems.

Education:

• Typically, Bachelor of Arts degree or Bachelor of Science degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Experience:

• A minimum of 5 years of experience in a related field.

Supervisory:

• No.

Compensation:

• Our Lead Manager Communications & PR earn between 105,600.00 - 158,400.00 USD Annual. Individual starting salary within this range may depend on geography, experience, expertise, and education/training.

Perks and Benefits:

• Medical/Dental/Vision coverage
• 401(k) plan
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Paid Time Off and Holidays (based on date of hire, at least 23 days of vacation each year and 9 company-designated holidays)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Paid Caregiver Leave
• Additional sick leave beyond what state and local law require may be available but is unprotected
• Adoption Reimbursement
• Disability Benefits (short term and long term)
• Life and Accidental Death Insurance
• Supplemental benefit programs: critical illness/accident, hospital indemnity, group legal
• Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)
• Extensive employee wellness programs
• Employee discounts up to 50% off on eligible AT&T mobility plans and accessories, AT&T internet (and fiber where available) and AT&T phone

Why AT&T: A career with us, a global leader in communications and technology, comes with big rewards. As part of our team, you’ll lead transformation surrounded by trailblazing industry leaders like you. You’ll be empowered to go above and beyond – making a difference through company-sponsored initiatives or connecting and networking through one of our many employee groups. And regardless of where you’re at in your career trajectory, you’ll be rewarded by the impact that comes with making a difference in the lives of millions.

With AT&T, you’ll be a part of something greater, do incredible things, and be rewarded with a chance to change the world.

Equal Opportunity: AT&T will consider for employment qualified applicants in a manner consistent with the requirements of federal, state, and local laws.

Apply Today: Ready to close the deal on a career with AT&T? Apply today.

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It is the policy of AT&T to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, AT&T will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.