Senior External Communications Manager — Remote

Conduent, Inc.; United States; Remote; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Conduent, Inc. is seeking a Senior Manager of Public Relations & External Communications to lead strategic PR initiatives, shape external messaging and elevate the company’s reputation.

You will drive proactive earned media, manage journalist relationships and develop executive thought leadership to accelerate growth and market visibility. In this role, you will translate complex technology and business transformation topics into clear narratives, partner with Marketing and other functions, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Marketing or related field.
• 7–10+ years in public relations, corporate communications or media relations.
• Proven success generating earned media through proactive pitching.
• Experience with B2B, technology, business services or financial services.
• Exceptional writing, editing, storytelling and message development skills.
• Experience developing executive thought leadership and external communications for senior leaders.
• Strong judgment handling sensitive issues and reputational risks.
• Ability to translate complex topics into clear narratives for external audiences.

Responsibilities

• Develop proactive PR plans aligned with the company’s business strategy and reputation objectives.
• Identify compelling storylines showcasing industry expertise, technology capabilities and client impact.
• Build strong relationships with journalists to generate earned media coverage.
• Create media pitches, press releases, executive bylines and Q&A materials.
• Lead executive thought leadership, speaking opportunities and interviews.
• Collaborate with Marketing for integrated storytelling and campaign amplification.
• Oversee agency management and ensure consistency of external messaging.
• Monitor media coverage and provide reporting on progress and results.

Skills

Earned media strategy

Media relations

Executive storytelling

Strategic communications

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Communications/PR/Journali sm/Marketing or related field

Job description

Conduent, Inc. is seeking a Senior Manager of Public Relations & External Communications to lead strategic PR initiatives, shape external messaging and elevate the company’s reputation.

You will drive proactive earned media, manage journalist relationships and develop executive thought leadership to accelerate growth and market visibility. In this role, you will translate complex technology and business transformation topics into clear narratives, partner with Marketing and other functions, and