Senior Manager, Internal Communications

Jobgether; United States; Remote; USD 133,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work flexibility

Leadership development opportunities

Competitive compensation package

Job summary

Jobgether in the United States seeks an accomplished Senior Manager, Internal Communications to shape strategy across global functions. You will translate complex topics into clear messages, advise senior leaders, and drive engagement while developing junior talent in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

You will lead governance, channels, and editorial planning, using data-driven insights to improve effectiveness and organizational alignment across multiple regions.

Qualifications

• Ten or more years in internal/corporate communications in complex orgs.
• Three or more years of direct people management experience.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience.
• Strategic advisor to senior leaders with strong business judgment.
• Experience leading communications for major initiatives/change programs.

Responsibilities

• Own and evolve internal communications strategies and roadmaps.
• Advise executives on complex, high-impact communications.
• Translate technical information into clear, engaging messages.
• Lead planning for major initiatives: audiences, messaging, channels.
• Develop executive communications materials and talking points.
• Coach leaders on effective communication and engagement.
• Mentor and develop junior staff and oversee workloads.
• Ensure quality, timely delivery and governance of communications projects.
• Manage channels (intranet, email) and editorial calendars.
• Measure effectiveness using analytics and feedback.

Skills

Internal communications

Strategic advisor

People management

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Analytics

Writing skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Communications/Business/Marketing/PR/English/Journalism

Job description

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Senior Manager, Internal Communications based in the United States.

We are seeking an experienced communications leader to shape internal communications strategy across complex, global business functions. In this role, you will help employees understand organizational priorities, connect with leadership, and engage with the broader business strategy and culture. Acting as a trusted advisor to senior executives, you will turn complex technical, operational, and business topics into clear, compelling messages. You will lead and develop junior communications talent while overseeing communication channels, governance, and editorial planning. Through data-driven insights and continuous improvement, you will strengthen employee engagement and communication effectiveness. This opportunity combines strategic leadership, executive partnership, and hands-on execution in a dynamic, collaborative environment.

Accountabilities

• Own and evolve internal communications strategies and roadmaps for assigned business functions, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives and priorities.
• Advise senior executives and functional leaders on complex, sensitive, and high-impact communications, including organizational change, strategic initiatives, and leadership priorities.
• Translate technical, operational, and business information into clear, engaging communications that strengthen employee understanding, trust, transparency, and organizational alignment.
• Lead communications planning for major initiatives, determining appropriate audiences, messaging, timing, sequencing, and channels.
• Develop executive communications materials, including leadership presentations, talking points, videos, employee updates, and other strategic content.
• Coach senior leaders on effective communication practices and engagement approaches for diverse employee audiences.
• Directly manage, mentor, and develop junior communications staff by setting priorities, delegating work, providing feedback, and supporting professional growth.
• Oversee the quality, consistency, and timely delivery of communications projects while balancing competing stakeholder needs and team resources.
• Lead internal communications operations and governance, establishing and improving standards, editorial processes, workflows, channel strategies, and communication practices.
• Manage enterprise communication channels, including intranet platforms, email, and other employee-facing tools, alongside editorial calendars aligned with business priorities.
• Establish and monitor measures of communication effectiveness, using analytics, employee feedback, and organizational insights to assess engagement and message comprehension.
• Translate performance data and emerging communication trends into actionable recommendations for leadership and continuously improve communication strategies and employee experiences.
• Collaborate across functions to strengthen partnerships, anticipate communication risks, and identify opportunities to improve organizational effectiveness.

Requirements

• At least 10 years of experience in internal or corporate communications, preferably within complex, matrixed organizations; experience in government, defense, or another highly regulated environment is an advantage.
• At least 3 years of direct people management experience, including setting priorities, managing workflows, providing performance feedback, and developing team members.
• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Business, Marketing, Public Relations, English, Journalism, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
• Proven ability to serve as a strategic communications advisor to senior leaders, influence decisions, and apply sound business judgment.
• Strong business acumen and the ability to understand complex technical, operational, and organizational issues and translate them into effective communications strategies.
• Demonstrated experience leading communications for major organizational initiatives, business transformations, and change management programs.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to develop clear, compelling messaging for diverse and global audiences.
• Strong leadership, coaching, and talent development skills, with a commitment to building team capabilities and fostering accountability.
• Experience developing or improving communications governance, operating models, editorial processes, and enterprise communication channels.
• Familiarity with communications analytics, employee feedback mechanisms, and measurement frameworks to evaluate impact and guide decision-making.
• Excellent stakeholder management and influencing skills, including the ability to lead cross-functional initiatives without direct authority.
• High degree of autonomy, sound judgment, and the ability to navigate ambiguity, manage competing priorities, and take ownership of outcomes.
• Strong executive presence and the ability to establish credibility and build productive relationships with senior leaders.
• Collaborative, growth-oriented leadership style and a continuous-improvement mindset.
• Willingness and ability to travel up to 10% as business needs require.
• Ability to work remote within the United States, excluding North Dakota, Vermont, and Rhode Island, or from Carlsbad, California.

Benefits

• Annual base salary of $133,000-$210,000, depending on experience, skills, and work location.
• For eligible positions based in the San Jose area, the San Francisco Bay Area, and the New York City metropolitan area, an annual base salary range of $165,000-$248,000.
• Potential additional cash or stock incentives as part of the overall compensation package.
• Comprehensive benefits covering medical care, financial well‑being, and other employee needs.
• Health and wellness benefits designed to support overall well‑being.
• Remote work flexibility for eligible locations, with the option to work from Carlsbad, California.
• Opportunities to lead strategic communications initiatives, partner with senior executives, and influence organizational priorities.
• Professional development and team leadership opportunities in a complex, cross‑functional environment.