AT&T

Lead Manager Communications & PR

AT&T$118K — $178K *
Media
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree (BS/BA) preferred.
  • 5-8 years in corporate communications or public relations.
  • Expertise in writing, editing, and organization.
  • Experience in media relations.
  • Ability to manage urgent requests and multiple projects simultaneously.
  • Familiarity communicating with senior leadership.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and distribute content including speeches, press releases, and social media posts.
  • Engage with reporters and support media relations efforts.
  • Simplify complex topics into clear messaging aligned with business goals.
  • Stay informed about company priorities and the macro news environment.
  • Collaborate with peers across business units on complex projects.
  • Advise internal stakeholders on reputational issues and events.
  • Create external communication strategies with cross-functional partners.

Benefits

  • Medical/Dental/Vision coverage
  • 401(k) plan
  • Tuition reimbursement program
  • At least 23 days of vacation and 9 holidays annually
  • Paid Parental and Caregiver Leave
  • Adoption reimbursement
  • Disability benefits
  • Life insurance
  • Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)
  • Wellness programs and employee discounts on eligible services
Full Job Description

This position requires office presence of a minimum of 5 days per week and is only located in the location(s) posted. No relocation is offered.

Responsible for developing and implementing complex public relations programs and media relations in support of AT&T’s transformation initiatives as well as communications support and planning for AT&T’s Supply Chain organization.

Key Roles and Responsibilities:

  • 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 related to the company’s transformation efforts, including the copper transition, and the Supply Chain organization.

  • Support media relations efforts, including engagement with reporters, writing media statements, and conducting in-depth research on related topics.

  • Distill complex technical topics into clear, accessible, and actionable messaging that supports business objectives.

  • Must maintain a working-level understanding of the company’s priorities and macro news environment to ensure effective contributions to communications planning and execution.

  • Collaborate effectively and efficiently with peers at all levels across business units and work on complex problems requiring detailed analysis of unique factors.

  • 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.

  • Develop external communications strategies, working cross-functionally with internal clients and partners.

Education/Experience: Bachelor’s degree (BS/BA) desired. 5+ years of related experience.

Supervisor: No

Desired experience:

  • 5 to 8 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.

Work location: Dallas, Texas

Our Lead Manager Communications & PR earns between$118,800 - $178,200. Not to mention all the other amazing rewards that working at AT&T offers. Individual starting salary within this range may depend on geography, experience, expertise, and education/training.

Joining our team comes with amazing perks and benefits:

  • 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

If youre ready to make an impact on our business and your career, bring your bold ideas to a world of possibility.

Ready to join our team?

Apply today!

Weekly Hours:

40

Time Type:

Regular

Location:

Dallas, Texas, USA:DC:Washington / New Jersey Ave Nw Ste#650 - Adm:601 New Jersey Ave Nw Ste#650

Salary Range:

$118,800.00 - $178,200.00

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AT&T Careers

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Learn more about AT&T
Size
203,000 employees
Market Cap
$131.2 billion
Industry
Net Income
-$5.1 billion
Founded
1983
5 Year Trend
+0.6%
Revenue
$171.7 billion
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