Manager Corporate Communications (onsite/hybrid)

AgriBank, FCB; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 122,000 - 192,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care plan

401(k) plan with employer match

Paid time off

Job summary

AgriBank seeks a Manager Corporate Communications to lead the communications function, shaping strategy across internal, financial, and executive messaging. You will collaborate with executives, governance bodies, and stakeholders to protect and enhance the bank’s reputation and align communications with strategic priorities.

The role oversees crisis plans, media relations, branding, and employee communications while managing a team and external partners.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in communications or related field required; master’s preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develops, leads and implements a comprehensive communications strategy and plan to support AgriBank’s mission, vision and purpose.
• Manages media relations, including drafting news releases and talking points, responding to media inquiries, coaching spokespersons, and coordinating news release distribution and monitoring.
• Provides executive communications counsel and support to the CEO and ELT, including messaging to employees and board.
• Drafts and reviews financial communications, including quarterly earnings releases and dividends, and manages content on the financial information page.
• Plans branding, presentations and other communications for key stakeholder events including annual meeting and conferences.
• Leads staff management, including coaching, evaluating performance, and setting priorities; oversees vendor relationships.

Skills

Writing

AP style

Corporate comms

Public relations

Financial comms

Finance knowledge

Agriculture knowledge

MS Office

Copilot / AI tools

Education

Bachelor’s degree in communications, public relations, English, journalism, marketing or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Microsoft Copilot

Job description

Position Overview

As a key member of the Relationship Management team, you will be part of AgriBank's mission to support the people who feed the world. The Manager Corporate Communications manages the AgriBank Communications function in support of the Bank’s strategic objectives through all communications channels, including informing and influencing key audiences such as Association-owners (board members, executive leaders and staff), AgriBank executive leaders and employees, investors, and others. As subject matter expert for AgriBank, this role is current on the latest trends, techniques, and technologies for communications and for developments influencing AgriBank and the Farm Credit System.

Job Functions

Communications Administration and Planning

• Develops, leads and implements a comprehensive communications strategy and plan to support AgriBank’s mission, vision and purpose
• Collaborates with business partners to develop and maintain the AgriBank Crisis Communications Plan and Business Continuity Plan, and fulfills designated role in crisis situations
• Develops and implements communications plans, and provides communications counsel for corporate communications
• Manages media relations, including drafting news releases and talking points, responding to media inquiries, coaching spokespersons, and coordinating news release distribution and monitoring
• Serves as the Bank’s principal liaison to AgriBank District Association communicators, Farm Credit Council and Federal Farm Credit Banks Funding Corporation on communications issues

Executive Communications

• Provides communications counsel and support to the AgriBank CEO and other members of the Executive Leadership Team (ELT), as well as board chair
• Produces executive communications deliverables on a recurring and as-needed basis, including CEO messaging to employees and Association-owners, executive meeting summaries, messaging from the board chair, Board Briefs, presentations, talking points, and other communications for internal and external audiences

Financial Communications

• Serves on AgriBank Disclosure Committee
• Drafts and/or reviews financial communications, including quarterly earnings releases, dividend payouts, and investment calls, and owns and manages the content on the financial information page on AgriBank.com
• Produces and manages development of annual report “wrapper”
• Plans and manages branding, presentations and other communications for key stakeholder events including AgriBank annual meeting, employee appreciation, and AgriBank District conference.
• Supports other financial communications such as rating agency presentations

Strategic Leadership of Internal and Employee Communications

• Provides the strategic vision, content architecture, and hands-on execution for AgriBank’s workforce-facing narratives, ensuring employees are aligned, informed, and connected to the corporate mission, vision and purpose. Core focus areas include:
• Telling the AgriBank Story: Define and champion the internal brand narrative. Translate complex financial results, enterprise priorities, and business goals into compelling, authentic stories that are clear and actionable in order to connect everyday employee efforts to AgriBank's broader purpose.
• Lead communication strategies that support organizational transformation, workforce initiatives, culture programs and enterprise-wide change efforts
• Develop and execute employee communication programs that enhance engagement, transparency and alignment with organizational priorities.
• Partner with Human Resources and business leaders to communicate talent, benefits, culture and employee experience initiatives
• Provides communications support for companywide and human resources recruiting efforts
• Provides communications support for companywide and human resources recruiting efforts
• Utilize employee feedback and engagement metrics to continuously improve communication outcomes and workforce connection
• Develop communication strategies that support talent, technology, operations, risk and business initiatives

Enterprise Change and Employee Communications

• Serve as the chief communication architect during organizational transformations, workforce initiatives, culture programs, enterprise-wide change efforts, system rollouts, or policy updates. Author clear, empathetic, and timely messaging that minimizes friction and guides employees through change smoothly.

Communications Channel and Brand

• Develops, implements, maintains and monitors communications channels (including email messages, office displays, social media, websites) in alignment with AgriBank brand and strategic messaging
• Secures AgriBank investment in communications technology, and manages development and implementation
• Coordinates AgriBank visual brand standards, and provides resources and support to employees and vendors
• Oversees the AgriBank Writing Style Guide, and provides resources and support to employees and vendors
• Provide guidance on sensitive or high-impact communications with employee, operational, or reputational implications
• Selects and supervises vendor relationships with freelance writers, graphic designers, web consultants, crisis communication strategists, executive communication coaches and others

Staff Management

• Selects, develops, motivates and evaluates the performance of assigned staff
• Provides coaching, guidance and developmental feedback to direct reports
• Establishes work priorities, assigns responsibilities, and provides day-to-day leadership and direction
• Recommends and implements performance expectations and standards
• This job description is subject to change without notice.

Education And Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in communications, public relations, English, journalism, marketing or related field. Master’s degree preferred.
• 10-14 years of related experience
• Or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to perform the essential functions of the job

Knowledge

• Advanced writing and editing skills
• Advanced knowledge of Associated Press style conventions
• Advanced corporate communications, including internal communications and financial communications
• Advanced public relations, including media relations and social media
• Advanced skill in establishing and maintaining relationships with a variety of internal and external individuals and organizations
• Advanced knowledge of graphic and web design and website administration
• Advanced knowledge of finance
• Intermediate knowledge of agriculture and banking

Skills

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Microsoft Copilot, and emerging AI technologies, with the ability to leverage AI-powered tools to enhance communication effectiveness, content creation, workflow efficiency, and stakeholder engagement

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times

The AgriBank Advantage

You are the key differentiator in the marketplace and ultimately the most important factor in helping us fulfill our mission to support those who feed the world. We are committed to providing you with a competitive compensation and benefits package — your total rewards for making significant contributions to our business and making a difference on behalf of those we serve.

The typical base range for this role is between $122,000 - $192,000. Compensation may vary based on individual job-related knowledge, skills, expertise, and experience. The position is eligible for a discretionary annual incentive program driven by organization and individual performance.

Benefits

AgriBank benefits provide safety, security, and peace of mind for you and your family. Through comprehensive Total Rewards, access to financial tools and support, and personal services, our benefits demonstrate that employees’ health and financial well-being are of primary importance. Wherever you are on life’s continuum or what life transition you experience, our benefits support your health care needs and guide you along the path to retirement.

Collaboration and Staying Connected

• Beautiful office with exceptional space to collaborate with your colleagues and friends
• Monthly employee activities to keep groups connected and have fun!
• Annual Employee Appreciation activities
• Multiple recognition programs to celebrate each other’s success

Work and Life

• Paid time off
• Company holidays
• Floating holidays
• Sick time
• Right Work/Right Place hybrid work program
• Dress for Your Day flexible wardrobe policy
• Generous company match on employee donations

Growth and Development

• Employee and leader career development toolkits
• Tuition reimbursement
• Internal and external resources and opportunities to grow personally and professionally

Health, Wellness and Investment/Retirement

• Health care plan alternatives to fit your lifestyle, including:
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Dental
• Vision
• Wellness reimbursement
• Investment and retirement planning
• Saving today for tomorrow is one of the smartest moves you can make. That’s why AgriBank offers you a generous, competitive and flexible 401(k) plan for your financial well-being:
• Fixed Employer Contribution = 3 percent
• PLUS, Employer Matching Contribution = $1 for $1 match (vested fully after 4 years) on the first 6 percent of eligible compensation you save
• Life and disability insurance plans for eligible team members and their families
• Free exercise facility onsite for all employees
• Parking and transportation discounts
• Generous employee referral incentive

Join the dedicated professionals at AgriBank and put your skills to work ensuring farmers and rural communities have the innovative financial solutions they need to feed our neighbors and the world.

AgriBank will not sponsor a work visa (e.g., H1B, etc.) to fill this position.

Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process may contact us through the following methods: Phone: [phone] or Mail: AgriBank, Attn: Talent Recruiting, 2 Meridian Crossings, Suite 800 Richfield, MN 55423.

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

AgriBank FCB is an Equal Opportunity Employer (M/W/D/V) dedicated to diversity in the workplace and offers a great work environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, age, religion, national origin, handicapped status, veteran status, public assistance status or other condition or status prohibited by law.