Position Overview

We are seeking a Communications Lead to join our Regional Communications team and lead the development of strategies in PNC's California markets. This individual will be responsible for driving the creation and execution of communications plans, stakeholder engagement, media relations, social media messaging and escalation of issues to protect the brand and amplify reputation within assigned markets.

The Communications Lead is a member of the 15-person Regional Communications Team and a member of the Marketing and Communications team, which is comprised of approximately 300 professionals. As a Regional Communications Lead, this individual is responsible for significant support of regional presidents and local leadership, advising on communications trends and opportunities and responding to needs on behalf of the markets. This leader will produce a holistic strategic external communications strategy that shows a direct impact to their market's priorities and serves to advance awareness of PNC in their markets and among stakeholder audiences, which include customers, prospects, community organizations, centers of influence and more. In addition, the Regional Communications Lead will closely collaborate with teams from Business Communications, Corporate Responsibility Communications, Internal Communications and Corporate Social Media to support and shape plans that advance the market's and bank's priorities.

What You'll Do:
• Design, manage and execute robust and holistic communications programs that demonstrate a creative approach to external narrative building and storytelling, and show direct impact against markets' unique priorities.
• Work closely with the regional presidents and other local leaders, as well as a cross-functional team of Corporate Communications and other internal partners, to provide strategic counsel and support across the spectrum of external communications, including thought leadership content, social media channels, corporate announcements, speaking engagements, public events and more.
• Serve as the primary contact for assigned markets media, including developing relationships with media representatives, proactive story placement, drafting and publishing press releases and media briefings, developing social media content, managing media inquiries, supporting preparation of spokespeople and leading ongoing campaigns.
• Support the corporation's external responses to regional issues and media questions, serving as spokesperson in the local market as needed.
• Develop and write stories, op eds, remarks and talking points.
• Leverage data and results to inform approach and make recommendations to inform future communications strategies and measure the effectiveness of campaigns
• Promote a high-performance culture built on teamwork, trust and a commitment to quality, continuous improvement, and learning

PNC is an in-office company that fosters a supportive culture where employees can thrive and achieve balance. We encourage candidates to connect with their recruiter and hiring manager to understand workplace expectations and ensure the role aligns with their goals.

PNC will not provide sponsorship for employment visas or participate in STEM OPT for this position.

Job Description

• Executes communications strategies that help drive business priorities.
• Supports the development of communication strategies; plans, researches and develops content for complex communications initiatives.
• Identifies issues and opportunities, and engages other parts of the organization to ensure strategic alignment, clarity, and accuracy of the message.
• Ensures data collected is synthesized and leveraged effectively to provide appropriate insights.
• Implements and oversees activities, including approval requirements in coordination with legal, compliance, finance, risk and other key partners. Supports partnership with agencies, third parties and internal business partners to coordinate the development and execution of programs/initiatives.

PNC Employees take pride in our reputation and to continue building upon that we expect our employees to be:

• Customer Focused - Knowledgeable of the values and practices that align customer needs and satisfaction as primary considerations in all business decisions and able to leverage that information in creating customized customer solutions.
• Managing Risk - Assessing and effectively managing all of the risks associated with their business objectives and activities to ensure they adhere to and support PNC's Enterprise Risk Management Framework.

Qualifications

Successful candidates must demonstrate appropriate knowledge, skills, and abilities for a role. Listed below are skills, competencies, work experience, education, and required certifications/licensures needed to be successful in this position.

Preferred Skills
Branding, Change Management, Creative Process, Design Thinking, Digital Marketing, Media Relations, Prioritization, Strategic Communication Planning, Strategic Planning

Competencies
Copywriting and Editing, Decision Making and Critical Thinking, Effective Communications, Influencing, Media Channel Management, Organizational Communications, Planning: Tactical, Strategic

Work Experience
Roles at this level typically require a university / college degree, with 5+ years of industry-relevant experience. Specific certifications are often required. In lieu of a degree, a comparable combination of education, job specific certification(s), and experience (including military service) may be considered.

Education
Bachelors

Certifications
No Required Certification(s)

Licenses
No Required License(s)

Pay Transparency

Base Salary: $71,500.00 - $149,500.00

Salaries may vary based on geographic location, market data and on individual skills, experience, and education. This role is incentive eligible with the payment based upon company, business and/or individual performance.

Application Window

Generally, this opening is expected to be posted for two business days from 04/28/2026, although it may be longer with business discretion.

Benefits

PNC offers a comprehensive range of benefits to help meet your needs now and in the future. Depending on your eligibility, options for full-time employees include: medical/prescription drug coverage (with a Health Savings Account feature), dental and vision options; employee and spouse/child life insurance; short and long-term disability protection; 401(k) with PNC match, pension and stock purchase plans; dependent care reimbursement account; back-up child/elder care; adoption, surrogacy, and doula reimbursement; educational assistance, including select programs fully paid; a robust wellness program with financial incentives.

In addition, PNC generally provides the following paid time off, depending on your eligibility: maternity and/or parental leave; up to 11 paid holidays each year; 9 occasional absence days each year, unless otherwise required by law; between 15 to 25 vacation days each year, depending on career level; and years of service.

To learn more about these and other programs, including benefits for full time and part-time employees, visit pncthrive.com.