Lead Manager, Communications & PR

AT&T

Lead communications and PR manager shaping AT&T’s transformation and Supply Chain messaging. Developing media relations, executive counsel, and public-facing communications.

Posted 9/3/2026full-timeWashington • District of Columbia, Washington • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $118,800 - $178,200 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in developing and implementing public relations programs and media relations strategies, with a strong focus on clear communication and collaboration across business units. Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and provide strategic counsel to senior leadership in a fast-paced environment.

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Public RelationsMedia RelationsCorporate CommunicationsWriting and EditingStrategic Communication

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Hard Skills

Public Relations ProgramsMedia StatementsSpeech WritingPress ReleasesSocial Media Content

Soft Skills

Organizational SkillsProblem SolvingCollaborationTimely ResponseCommunication

Industry Keywords

Corporate CommunicationsJournalismSupply ChainReputation ManagementStakeholder Engagement

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop and implement complex public relations programs and media relations in support of AT&T’s transformation initiatives
Provide communications support and planning for AT&T’s Supply Chain organization
Support development and distribution of speeches, scripts, press releases, messaging, social media content, and other materials for external and internal audiences
Support media relations efforts, including engaging with reporters, writing media statements, and conducting in-depth research
Distill complex technical topics into clear, accessible, and actionable messaging
Maintain a working-level understanding of company priorities and the macro news environment
Collaborate with peers at all levels across business units on complex problems requiring detailed analysis
Advise internal business partners on upcoming stories, issues, and events that may impact the company’s reputation
Develop external communications strategies with internal clients and partners

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree (BS/BA) desired
5+ years of related experience
5+ years of experience in corporate communications, public relations, journalism or related field
Superior writing, editing, and organizational skills
Media relations experience
Ability to respond in a timely manner to urgent requests and manage multiple projects simultaneously
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 and be a problem solver

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical/Dental/Vision coverage
401(k) plan
Tuition reimbursement program
Paid Time Off and Holidays (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