Strategic Communications Leader

Socket.dev; New York (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Socket.dev is seeking a Senior Manager, Strategic Communications to lead our integrated communications strategy, strengthening alignment, visibility, and stakeholder engagement. You will work with senior leadership to develop and oversee internal and external messaging that supports our mission and brand across channels.

You will manage cross-functional teams, coordinate with PR, marketing, and digital partners, and guide executive communications, content strategy, and major campaigns.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, Journalism, English, or related field.
• 7–10 years of progressive communications experience including strategic, public relations, corporate, or nonprofit communications.
• Experience developing integrated communications strategies and executive communications.
• Experience managing communications projects, agencies, or external vendors.
• Nonprofit or mission-driven organizational experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement an enterprise-wide communications strategy aligned with organizational goals.
• Establish messaging frameworks, editorial standards, and communication processes.
• Serve as the primary liaison to public relations, marketing, creative, and digital communications consultants.
• Lead internal communications initiatives that strengthen employee engagement and organizational alignment.
• Develop executive communications, leadership messaging, presentations, and organizational announcements.
• Oversee the development and governance of the organization’s intranet and internal communications channels.
• Lead organizational storytelling and content strategy across print and digital platforms.
• Develop communications supporting fundraising campaigns, organizational initiatives, and major events.
• Oversee production of the annual report and other key organizational publications.
• Identify opportunities to increase organizational visibility and thought leadership.
• Provide strategic oversight for website content, email communications, and social media messaging.
• Develop editorial calendars and content priorities aligned with organizational objectives.
• Monitor communications effectiveness and recommend continuous improvements.

Skills

Writing skills

Strategic thinking

Executive communications

Storytelling

Project management

Cross-functional collaboration

Attention to detail

Digital platforms

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

CMS

Analytics tools

Job description

Socket.dev is seeking a Senior Manager, Strategic Communications to lead our integrated communications strategy, strengthening alignment, visibility, and stakeholder engagement. You will work with senior leadership to develop and oversee internal and external messaging that supports our mission and brand across channels.

You will manage cross-functional teams, coordinate with PR, marketing, and digital partners, and guide executive communications, content strategy, and major campaigns.