Manager, External Communications

The Wonderful Company LLC; Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 105,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career Advancement Opportunities

Focused Learning and Development

Empowering Mentorship Program

Job summary

A leading corporation in the food sector located in Los Angeles seeks a Manager of External Communications. This role involves media relations, managing social media, and supporting high-visibility projects in a hybrid environment. The ideal candidate has 5-7 years of experience in communications and strong writing skills. The company is recognized for its commitment to employee well-being, corporate social responsibility, and offers competitive pay between $105,000 and $115,000. A proactive and detail-oriented approach is essential.

Qualifications

• At least 5-7 years of experience in agency or corporate communications.
• Experience managing media relations and executive visibility.
• Spanish speaking is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Track media sentiment and emerging issues continuously.
• Manage content strategy for corporate social media channels.
• Draft and edit various communications including press releases.

Skills

Strategic communications

Media relations

Social media campaigns

Crisis management

Strong writing skills

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Journalism, or related field

Tools

Microsoft 365

Adobe suite

Canva

Media monitoring tools

Job description

Manager, External Communications|Wonderful Agency# Manager, External CommunicationsWonderful Agency | Los Angeles, CA | Creative/public relations | Associate | Full-time | Job ID: REF6707LShare* Email## Company DescriptionThe Wonderful Company is a privately held $6 billion company committed to providing high-quality, healthy brands and helping improve the lives of the people who live and work in the places where we operate. Ranked No. 1 on the 2025 PEOPLE Companies That Care list and one of Fortune magazine’s “100 Best Companies to Work For” in the U.S., The Wonderful Company is continually recognized for its dedication to the well-being of its workforce, their communities, and the planet.We are looking for a **Manager, External Communications** to join our Corporate Communications team. In this position, you will play a vital role in driving media relations efforts and supporting high-visibility projects while developing expertise in crisis management and strategic communication, ensuring alignment across the organization.You will support reputational efforts for the company and our founders, track emerging issues/trends, manage the company’s social platforms and website, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver consistent, impactful messaging that reflects our mission and values.As a strategic, detail-oriented, and highly collaborative external communications professional, you will help provide counsel and guidance to inform, engage, and positively impact our businesses and consumers. The role is fast-paced and dynamic with broad, senior-level visibility. The Manager, External Communications reports to the Chief Corporate Affairs Officer.This position will be based at our West Los Angeles, CA office. We work a hybrid schedule with an in-office requirement Monday-Wednesday and the option to work remotely on Thursday and Friday.## Job Description* Track media, public sentiment, and emerging issues on an ongoing basis using industry-leading media monitoring tools (i.e., Signal AI, Muck Rack, Talkwalker, and Hootsuite).* Vet incoming media opportunities, maintain media lists, and develop coverage recaps for clients.* Manage content strategy, execution, and reporting for corporate social media channels, ensuring alignment with brand voice and communication strategies.* Draft, edit, and proofread communications, including newsletter articles, talking points, backgrounders, FAQs, and press releases.* Support external-facing stakeholders with corporate communications initiatives across Talent Acquisition, Real Estate, Sustainability, Corporate Social Responsibility, and others.* Provide project management support for a diverse portfolio of enterprise-wide initiatives and special projects, such as Wikipedia, Glassdoor, top-tier industry rankings and valuations (i.e., Forbes, Bloomberg), and more.* Assist in crafting clear, concise, and accurate messaging during crisis situations.* Conduct research on industry trends, competitors, and speaking opportunities.* Coordinate multi-location group tours for key stakeholders, media, and guests across operations.* Collaborate with cross-functional teams in a fast-paced environment.## Qualifications* At least 5-7 years of hands-on experience within an agency or corporate environment driving strategic communications, media relations and social media campaigns, and executive visibility opportunities.* Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, English, or related business field.* Fluency in Microsoft 365, Adobe suite, and Canva.* Strong understanding of social media platforms, preferably LinkedIn and Instagram.* Familiarity with AP style and standard media and social media monitoring tools (i.e., Cision, Critical Mention, Notified, Hootsuite) is a plus.* Familiarity building PowerPoint presentations and working with digital files and assets (i.e., image resizing, cropping, etc.).* Experience assisting with logistics for public events or announcements.* Spanish speaking is preferred.* Demonstrates understanding of and a strong interest in learning about agriculture, real estate, and consumer packaged goods (CPG) to effectively support communications strategies across diverse industries.* Strong interpersonal skills with demonstrated ability to proactively complete tasks and meet goals in partnership with others and under minimal supervision.* Exceptional attention to detail, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and consistency in all written, visual, and verbal communications.* Strong writer who identifies and develops compelling stories that support organizational goals and business initiatives.* Able to meet tight deadlines, adapt to change, be open to new ideas, take on new responsibilities, and embrace a growth mindset.* Anticipates potential issues and proposes creative, effective solutions.* Eagerness to strengthen and refine writing, research, and presentation skills.* Ability to use discretion when dealing with confidential and sensitive information.* Curiosity, motivation, and superior listening/comprehension skills.**Pay Range:** $105,000 - $115,000 and may include a discretionary bonus. Final compensation will be dependent upon skills & experience.Wonderful Agency is the full-service in-house advertising and marketing agency at The Wonderful Company. Dedicated to creative excellence across all media (television, web, print, outdoor, POS, mobile and social media), Wonderful Agency builds consumer awareness and relevance across The Wonderful Company’s brands. This is accomplished by creating effective and innovative campaigns that match the quality of the highest echelon of global firms, while offering an environment that is far more entrepreneurial and fast-paced than a traditional agency. Wonderful Agency is highly integrated in direct brand and product development decisions with company owners, business unit leadership, legal, strategy and other key stakeholders.The Wonderful Company, a successful, fast-growing privately held $6 billion company with 10,000 employees worldwide. The Wonderful Company’s connection to consumers has health at its heart and giving back in its DNA. The company has a long-standing commitment to corporate social responsibility, including more than $1 billion invested in environmental sustainability; $65 million in charitable giving, education initiatives, and innovative health and wellness programs each year; and $143 million toward the construction of two charter school campuses in California’s Central Valley. To view the current Corporate Social Responsibility report, visit www.wonderful.com/csr.To learn more about The Wonderful Company, its products, and its core values, please visit , or follow The Wonderful Company on , , , and . To learn more about The Wonderful Company’s corporate social responsibility impact, visit .The Wonderful Company is an Equality Opportunity Employer that provides opportunities for advancement. We are committed to creating a diverse workforce that embodies a deep culture of acceptance, equity, and inclusion. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories.#LI-hybrid#LI-AY1EEO is the law -* **Career Advancement Opportunities:** Unlock your potential with clear paths for career progression and internal mobility across our diverse family of brands and business units.* **Focused Learning and Development:** Grow as a leader with our dedicated Learning and Organizational Development department, offering extensive resources like People Manager and leadership training, webinars, and eLearning courses.* **Empowering Mentorship Program:** Connect with colleagues through our company-wide mentorship program to share goals, overcome challenges, and drive your career