AT&T

Lead Manager Communications & PR

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

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree preferred (BS/BA).
  • 5-8 years in corporate communications, public relations, or journalism.
  • Superior writing, editing, and organizational skills.
  • Experience in media relations.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
  • Experience communicating with senior leadership.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and distribute content including speeches, press releases, and social media posts.
  • Engage with reporters and write media statements as part of media relations efforts.
  • Translate complex technical topics into clear messaging aligned with business goals.
  • Maintain awareness of company priorities and relevant news for effective communication.
  • Collaborate across business units on complex communication challenges.
  • Advise internal partners on stories and events impacting the company's reputation.
  • Create external communication strategies in partnership with internal stakeholders.

Benefits

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage.
  • 401(k) retirement plan.
  • Tuition reimbursement program.
  • Generous Paid Time Off (at least 23 days of vacation and 9 holidays).
  • Paid Parental and Caregiver Leave.
  • Adoption reimbursement available.
  • Disability Benefits (short and long-term).
  • Life and accidental death insurance included.
  • Employee Assistance Programs (EAP) offered.
  • Extensive wellness programs provided.
  • Employee discounts on AT&T mobility plans and 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 you're 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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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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