Manager, Communications

Role Overview

• Execute Employ’s PR and corporate communications programs, managing day-to-day agency relationships and tracking performance against goals
• Develop and refine messaging for company announcements, product news, and key business moments
• Identify proactive media opportunities and monitor the media landscape, competitive activity, and industry conversations to surface risks and opportunities
• Support planning and execution of communications during sensitive or high-impact business moments, including periods of organizational change
• Help maintain and refine crisis communications frameworks, messaging, and escalation processes
• Collaborate with legal, HR, and cross-functional partners to coordinate response during reputation-sensitive situations
• Execute internal communications across company-wide messaging, organizational updates, and employee engagement initiatives, partnering with HR and leadership to ensure timely and aligned delivery
• Contribute to internal storytelling that builds transparency, trust, and alignment across the organization
• Manage end-to-end production of the company podcast and thought leadership content programs, overseeing timelines, publishing coordination, and brand consistency
• Identify and recruit guests including customers, partners, executives, and industry leaders; develop episode narratives, interview outlines, scripts, and prep materials; and facilitate speaker prep and stakeholder approvals
• Coordinate analyst briefings, reporting initiatives, and ongoing engagement with key industry analysts in partnership with Product Marketing and leadership
• Support executive visibility initiatives including thought leadership content, bylines, and speaking opportunities
• Partner with marketing, HR, legal, and product teams to align messaging and maintain consistency across the organization
• May manage or mentor junior communications team members, providing clear direction and development feedback
• Help maintain communications planning calendars, workflows, and operational processes to keep the function running efficiently

Requirements

• 4–7 years of experience in communications, public relations, or corporate communications
• Experience executing communications programs within B2B, SaaS, technology, or HR technology organizations preferred
• Hands-on experience managing PR agency relationships and external communications partners
• Demonstrated experience supporting crisis communications and executive communications initiatives
• Strong writing, messaging, and verbal communication skills
• Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines with attention to detail
• Comfortable working cross-functionally and partnering with senior stakeholders
• Experience working in fast-paced, collaborative environments

Preferred (but not required) Qualifications

• Experience within HR technology, SaaS, or enterprise technology industries
• Familiarity with analyst relations, brand positioning, or thought leadership programs
• Experience working through periods of organizational change, transformation, or rapid growth

Benefits

• Unlimited PTO: Trust-based time off so you can recharge and bring your best self to work.
• Comprehensive benefits: Medical, dental, and vision coverage to support you and your family’s health and well-being.
• Learning & development programs: Access to training, mentorship, and development resources to grow your skills — from HR operations to total rewards strategy.