Lead Manager, Communications & PR

AT&T

AT&T communications leader shaping corporate PR, media relations, and executive messaging. Managing strategic narratives, media partnerships, executive counsel, and reputation-building initiatives.

Posted 9/4/2026full-timeDallas • Texas • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $118,800 - $178,200 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in developing and implementing comprehensive Public Relations strategies, managing media relations, and advising executive leadership on communications initiatives. Proven ability to track and analyze PR performance using KPIs while collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance corporate narratives.

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Public Relations Strategy DevelopmentMedia Relations ManagementContent Creation and OversightKPI Tracking and AnalysisCross-Functional Collaboration

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Hard Skills

Communications StrategyMedia Inquiry ManagementPress Release WritingSocial Media Content DevelopmentDigital Asset Management

Soft Skills

LeadershipMentoringAdvisory SkillsRelationship Building

Industry Keywords

Corporate NarrativeMarketplace ReputationBusiness TrendsIndustry AnalystsInfluencers

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage and lead strategic external Public Relations communications programs
Advance the corporate narrative, support business priorities, and enhance the company’s marketplace reputation
Develop and implement communications and PR strategies aligned with company goals and objectives
Establish, develop, and maintain relationships with media, industry analysts, and influencers
Manage media inquiries and act as a company spokesperson
Counsel business leadership on business, industry, and media trends
Write, edit, and oversee publication of articles, press releases, social media content, and digital assets
Drive PR stories, narratives, and content reflecting company priorities, values, and positions on key topics
Identify timely opportunities to position AT&T in relevant news and industry conversations
Advise executive leadership on PR and communications strategies
Collaborate with cross-functional teams on communications and PR initiatives, special projects, company events, announcements, and community engagement activities
Enhance and implement media relations processes, workflows, and best practices
Track and analyze communications and PR activities using KPIs and metrics
Mentor less experienced staff and lead significant projects with strategic autonomy

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree (BS/BA) desired
5+ years of related experience
Ability to develop and implement comprehensive communications and PR strategies
Experience establishing and maintaining relationships with media, industry analysts and influencers
Ability to manage media inquiries and act as a company spokesperson
Comprehensive understanding of business, industry and media trends
Ability to write, edit, and oversee publication of communications materials, including articles, press releases, social media content, and digital assets
Ability to advise executive leadership on PR and communications strategies
Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and manage special projects
Ability to track and analyze communications and PR performance using KPIs and metrics

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical/Dental/Vision coverage
401(k) plan
Tuition reimbursement program
Paid Time Off and Holidays (based on date of hire, at least 23 days of vacation each year and 9 company-designated holidays)
Paid Parental Leave
Paid Caregiver Leave
Additional sick leave beyond what state and local law require may be available but is unprotected
Adoption Reimbursement
Disability Benefits (short term and long term)
Life and Accidental Death Insurance
Supplemental benefit programs: critical illness/accident hospital indemnity/group legal
Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)
Extensive employee wellness programs
Employee discounts up to 50% off on eligible AT&T mobility plans and accessories, AT&T internet (and fiber where available) and AT&T phone