Lead Manager, Communications & PR

AT&T

Lead Manager developing communication plans and media relations for AT&T's public policy initiatives. Engaging with stakeholders and supporting corporate communications efforts for transformation initiatives.

Posted 5/6/2026full-timeWashington • District of Columbia, Washington • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $118,800 - $178,200 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead content development for communication plans, messaging, blogs, and media statements to support the company’s public policy objectives at the federal and state levels, as well as support communications for the company’s transformation efforts.
Support media relations efforts on key initiatives related to policy and transformation efforts, including engagement with reporters, writing media statements, and conducting in-depth research on related topics.
Distill complex policy and regulatory topics into clear, accessible, and actionable messaging that supports business objectives.
Support the development and distribution of content such as speeches, scripts, press releases, messaging, social media content, and other materials for external and internal audiences.
Must maintain a working-level understanding of the company’s priorities and macro news environment to ensure effective contributions to communications planning and execution.
Serve as a trusted adviser to internal business partners who need to be aware of upcoming stories, issues and events that may impact the company’s reputation.
Collaborate effectively and efficiently with peers at all levels across business units and work on complex problems requiring detailed analysis of unique factors.
Develop external communications strategies, working cross-functionally with internal clients and partners (i.e., employee communications, public affairs, social).

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree (BS/BA) desired
5+ years of related experience
5 to 8 years of experience in corporate communications, public relations, journalism or related field
Superior writing, editing, and organizational skills
Ability to respond in a timely manner to urgent requests and manage multiple projects simultaneously
Media relations and issues management experience
Experience communicating with senior leadership to provide counsel and recommendations on key initiatives
Proven ability to independently manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced and deadline-driven environment

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

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Hard Skills & Tools

content developmentmedia relationswritingeditingcommunications strategiespublic relationsjournalismresearchspeech writingsocial media content

Soft Skills

organizational skillstimely responseproject managementcollaborationadvisory skillscommunicationproblem-solvinganalytical skillsindependenceability to manage priorities

Certifications

Bachelor’s degree