Lead Manager Communications & PR

AT&T; Washington; On-site; USD 119,000 - 178,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision coverage

401(k) plan

Tuition reimbursement program

Paid Time Off and Holidays

Paid Parental Leave

Paid Caregiver Leave

Adoption Reimbursement

Disability Benefits

Life and Accidental Death Insurance

Supplemental benefit programs

Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)

Wellness programs

Employee discounts 50% off AT&T plans

AT&T internet/phone

Job summary

AT&T Lead Manager Communications & PR is responsible for developing and implementing complex public relations programs in support of transformation initiatives and the Supply Chain organization.

The role requires strong writing and editing skills, senior-leadership communication experience, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. This on-site position is located in Washington, DC with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (BS/BA) desired; 5+ years in related field.
• Superior writing, editing, and organizational skills.
• Media relations experience.
• Ability to respond quickly to urgent requests and manage multiple projects.
• Experience communicating with senior leadership to provide counsel and recommendations.
• Proven ability to independently manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Support development and distribution of content (speeches, scripts, press releases, messaging, social media) for AT&T’s transformation and Supply Chain.
• Support media relations, engage reporters, write media statements, conduct topic research.
• Translate complex technical topics into clear, actionable messaging aligned with business goals.
• Maintain awareness of company priorities and macro news to inform communications planning.
• Collaborate across business units on complex problems requiring detailed analysis.
• Serve as trusted adviser to internal partners on upcoming stories and events.

Skills

Corporate communications

Public relations

journalism

Writing & editing

Media relations

Leadership counsel

Project management

Senior leadership communication

Education

Bachelor's degree (BS/BA)

Job description

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.

At AT&T, we empower leaders to drive change in a fast-evolving, connected world. Your strategic vision will help serve customers and transform lives through innovative solutions and impactful connections.

Responsible for developing and implementing complex public relations programs and media relations in support of AT&T’s transformation initiatives as well as communications support and planning for AT&T’s Supply Chain organization.

Key Roles and Responsibilities:

• Support the development and distribution of content such as speeches, scripts, press releases, messaging, social media content, and other materials for external and internal audiences related to the company’s transformation efforts, including the copper transition, and the Supply Chain organization.

• Support media relations efforts, including engagement with reporters, writing media statements, and conducting in-depth research on related topics.

• Distill complex technical topics into clear, accessible, and actionable messaging that supports business objectives.

• Must maintain a working-level understanding of the company’s priorities and macro news environment to ensure effective contributions to communications planning and execution.

• Collaborate effectively and efficiently with peers at all levels across business units and work on complex problems requiring detailed analysis of unique factors.

• Serve as a trusted adviser to internal business partners who need to be aware of upcoming stories, issues, and events that may impact the company’s reputation.

• Develop external communications strategies, working cross-functionally with internal clients and partners.

Education/Experience:

Bachelor’s degree (BS/BA) desired. 5+ years of related experience.

Supervisor:

No

Desired experience:

• 5+ years of experience in corporate communications, public relations, journalism or related field.

• Superior writing, editing, and organizational skills.

• Media relations experience.

• Ability to respond in a timely manner to urgent requests and manage multiple projects simultaneously.

• Experience communicating with senior leadership to provide counsel and recommendations on key initiatives.

• Proven ability to independently manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced and deadline-driven environment and be a problem solver.

Our Lead Manager Communications & PR earns between$118,800 - $178,200. Not to mention all the other amazing rewards that working at AT&T offers. Individual starting salary within this range may depend on geography, experience, expertise, and education/training.

Joining our team comes with amazing 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

Our Lead Manager Communications & PR jobs earn between $118,800.00 - $178,200.00 USD Annual. Not to mention all the other amazing rewards that working at AT&T offers. Individual starting salary within this range may depend on geography, experience, expertise, and education/training.

Joining our team comes with amazing 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

Weekly Hours:

40

Time Type:

Regular

Location:

USA:DC:Washington / New Jersey Ave Nw Ste#650 - Adm:601 New Jersey Ave Nw Ste#650

Salary Range:

$118,800.00 - $178,200.00

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