Manager – Corporate Communications

Are you a seasoned communications professional ready to shape global narratives and elevate a company's brand reputation? This role offers the opportunity to craft and execute high-impact communication strategies that support strategic business objectives, engage stakeholders worldwide, and reinforce a leading organization’s position as an industry innovator. You will partner with senior leaders, manage media relations, oversee crisis communications, and champion community engagement—your work will influence perceptions and build lasting brand value on a global scale.

Location:

Onsite in North Canton, OH

Salary: $130-160K plus bonus

Seniority level:
Director

Employment type:

Full-time

• Act as a trusted advisor and coach to internal stakeholders and senior leaders.
• Develop executive thought leadership plans and messaging, creating high-quality communication deliverables such as speeches, presentations, social media content, and corporate events.
• Support financial communications, including annual reports, quarterly earnings, and investor events, in collaboration with Investor Relations.
• Prepare communications for high-profile corporate initiatives like mergers and acquisitions.
• Lead the media relations program, serving as the primary spokesperson, developing media plans, drafting news releases, responding to inquiries, and monitoring the media landscape.
• Manage crisis communications and responses effectively.
• Contribute to the corporate social responsibility (CSR) program, including developing annual CSR reports and related communications.
• Oversee global community relations, charitable giving, and employee engagement initiatives.
• Create compelling corporate content for brand awareness across multiple channels.
• Provide global leadership to regional communicators, cross-functional teams, and agency partners.

• 10-15 years of experience in corporate communications.
• Experience working with a global, publicly traded company preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in public relations, communications, marketing, or a related field.
• Proven ability to develop strategic plans and deliver results with flawless execution.
• Skilled in managing complex, strategic issues with sound judgment.
• Exceptional writing and editing skills with strong attention to detail.
• Demonstrated ability to partner effectively with senior leadership.
• Ability to operate in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment and manage multiple priorities.
• Strong leadership, managerial, and team-building skills.
• Experience managing agency relationships and budgets.
• Possesses executive presence.

All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to gender, gender identity, race, religion, color, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, veteran/military status, or any other protected characteristic.