Communications Manager

Placements24; Willows (CA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Executive bonus

Home office allowance

Health insurance

Stock options

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a strategic Communications Manager to lead internal and external messaging for a fully remote team. You'll craft and execute comprehensive communication plans that align with company goals, elevate brand visibility, and engage stakeholders across channels.

You will mentor a distributed team, manage media relations and crisis comms, and rely on data to optimize outcomes. This role demands excellent writing, storytelling, and project leadership in a remote environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Marketing, PR, or related field; Master's preferred.
• 8+ years in corporate communications with at least 3 years in management.
• Proven success in strategic comms in a remote setting.
• Excellent writing, verbal, and presentation skills with strong storytelling.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement overarching internal and external comms strategies.
• Oversee content across press, social, website, and newsletters.
• Manage media relations and build media relationships.
• Lead crisis communications and risk mitigation.
• Mentor a distributed team of communications specialists.
• Measure impact and report results with data-driven adjustments.

Skills

Strategic comms

Team leadership

Content strategy

Media relations

Crisis comms

Remote leadership

Analytics & measurement

Education

Bachelor's degree in Communications/PR/Marketing

Master's degree preferred

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a strategic and results-driven Communications Manager to lead their communication efforts. This is a fully remote position, offering the flexibility to manage all aspects of internal and external communications from anywhere. You will be responsible for developing and executing comprehensive communication strategies that align with the company's goals, enhancing brand visibility, and engaging key stakeholders. This role demands a leader who can inspire a distributed team, craft compelling messages, and navigate complex communication challenges. You will oversee content creation, media relations, and corporate messaging, ensuring a consistent and impactful brand voice across all platforms and audiences, fostering a strong internal culture through transparent and engaging communication channels.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement overarching communication strategies for internal and external audiences.
• Oversee the creation and distribution of compelling content across various channels, including press releases, social media, website, and internal newsletters.
• Manage all aspects of media relations, including pitching stories, responding to inquiries, and building media relationships.
• Develop and execute crisis communication plans to effectively manage potential reputational risks.
• Lead and mentor a team of communication specialists, fostering a collaborative and high-performing remote work environment.
• Measure and report on the effectiveness of communication initiatives, making data-driven adjustments as needed.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Marketing, Public Relations, or a related field; Master's preferred.
• 8+ years of progressive experience in corporate communications, with at least 3 years in a management role.
• Demonstrated success in developing and executing strategic communication plans in a remote setting .
• Exceptional written, verbal, and presentation skills, with a strong command of storytelling.
• Proven ability to manage complex projects, lead teams, and work effectively under pressure.
• Experience with digital communication tools, social media management, and analytics platforms.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and executive bonus opportunities.
• Full remote work flexibility with a substantial technology and home office allowance.
• Comprehensive executive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous stock options and long-term incentive plans.
• Professional development budget for conferences, training, and certifications.