Communications Specialist Jobs

Explore Communications Specialist opportunities with employers seeking experienced professionals to shape clear, consistent messaging. Ladders features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, including senior communications roles across corporate communications, public relations, media relations, and internal communications.

What Does a Communications Specialist Do?

Communications Specialists plan and deliver messaging that helps organizations connect with employees, customers, media, and other stakeholders. Depending on the role, responsibilities may include writing and editing announcements, developing communication plans, coordinating media outreach, supporting executive communications, managing content channels, and tracking engagement. The work often involves collaborating with marketing, human resources, leadership, and subject-matter experts.

Skills and Qualifications Employers Seek

Employers commonly look for excellent writing, editing, and presentation skills, along with sound judgment and attention to detail. Experience with communications strategy, media relations, crisis communications, internal messaging, digital publishing, or analytics can be valuable. Senior roles may require a relevant degree or equivalent experience, a strong portfolio, and a track record of advising stakeholders and managing projects across teams.

Explore Communications Specialist Career Opportunities

Communications Specialist job titles and responsibilities vary by organization and industry. Search for roles that align with your strengths, such as corporate communications, public relations, employee communications, or strategic communications. Browse vetted opportunities on Ladders to find professional communications jobs with salaries of $100,000 or more.

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$94K - $155K *

Lead the charge in optimizing partner relationships and Pre-Buy execution. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance sales strategies, manage complex programs, and ensure compliance while driving reve...

San Diego, CARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$94K - $151K *

Join a dynamic team as a Senior Analyst, supporting MedTech Quality initiatives through project management, financial oversight, and strategic reporting. Drive transformation efforts and enhance gover...

Raritan, NJRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $160K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing cybersecurity by leading thorough assessments of security controls, identifying risks, and implementing corrective actions to ensure compliance with standards...

Washington, DCRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$160K - $200K *

Transform global benefits strategy by leading cross-functional teams and advising executives on integrated portfolio management, compliance, and financial sustainability to enhance employee experience...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$86K - $138K *

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United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$157K - $283K *

Take ownership of the design and management of high-profile ADA upgrade projects, ensuring effective execution, budget adherence, and client satisfaction while leading cross-functional teams in a dyna...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$90K - $189K *

Join a team that's dedicated to modernizing enterprise database solutions. Engage with diverse platforms, leveraging your expertise in administration and maintenance to support mission-critical system...

United StatesRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Deliver impactful programmatic strategies for clients, managing campaigns across various channels. Optimize performance, provide actionable insights, and ensure cohesive execution by collaborating wit...

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4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $150K *

Drive revenue growth by acquiring new business and managing key accounts, leveraging relationship-building, lead generation, and strategic selling in a fast-paced environment to redefine contractor ri...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$139K - $213K *

Grow your career with a dynamic team focused on driving strategic sales in the education sector. Leverage your expertise to engage C-suite executives, manage complex sales cycles, and exceed quotas wh...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$200K *

Drive impactful student journeys as a Senior Account Executive, guiding families through the admissions process. Leverage your sales expertise to foster relationships, exceed targets, and enhance our...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in modernizing SaaS solutions by integrating AI and automation to enhance delivery efficiency, scalability, and customer outcomes while supporting complex migration projects and foster...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $170K *

Drive cybersecurity excellence by assessing controls, resolving complex issues, and enhancing strategic decision-making. Leverage advanced expertise to protect critical systems and advance organizatio...

Washington, DCRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$247K - $309K *

Drive growth as you cultivate federal accounts, enhance sales strategies, and facilitate large, strategic deals. Leverage your expertise to position mission-critical solutions in a competitive landsca...

Maryland, USRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $150K *

Lead the charge in driving impactful cybersecurity and AI risk programs, managing multidisciplinary teams, and translating complex findings into executive insights while fostering client relationships...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$75K - $158K *

Shape the future of federal HR modernization by leading data migration from legacy systems to Oracle Fusion Cloud HCM. Drive data accuracy and integrity while supporting multiple agencies with scalabl...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$144K - $184K *

Join an innovative engineering team to transform product delivery through AI-driven development, ensuring high standards and compliance while combining product, design, and engineering leadership acro...

United StatesRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Optimize our product suite to elevate financial advisory capabilities through innovative AI solutions. Lead the entire product lifecycle, collaborating with diverse teams to transform complex workflow...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Transform healthcare research by leading strategic projects and enhancing content quality. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize operations and drive innovation in AI-enabled tools, ensu...

New York, NYRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$83K - $129K *

Develop strategic partnerships to enhance ServiceNow's ecosystem, driving revenue and market advantage through innovative go-to-market strategies and collaboration with ISVs, while achieving key perfo...

San Diego, CARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$220K - $270K *

Unlock potential by guiding application security strategies across diverse product landscapes. In this senior technical role, you'll influence architecture, mentor teams, and enhance security processe...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$103K - $197K *

Manage enterprise network change governance and release coordination, ensuring minimal impact on operations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance service reliability and improve Change a...

San Antonio, TXRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K - $216K *

Transform program administration for a large federal services initiative, overseeing workforce planning, financial operations, and compliance. Collaborate with diverse teams to enhance operational eff...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$190K - $210K *

Advance strategic commercial negotiations across complex EPC agreements, ensuring comprehensive risk management and delivery excellence. Collaborate with diverse teams to drive supplier engagement in...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Communications Specialist do?question toggle

    A Communications Specialist creates and coordinates messaging for an organization. Typical work can include writing content, supporting media relations, developing communication plans, preparing executive or employee communications, and measuring audience engagement.

  • What qualifications are commonly required for Communications Specialist jobs?question toggle

    Requirements vary, but employers often seek strong writing and editing abilities, communication strategy experience, project coordination skills, and familiarity with relevant channels or tools. Some roles request a degree in communications, public relations, journalism, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.

  • Which skills are important for Communications Specialists?question toggle

    Clear writing, editing, storytelling, organization, collaboration, and sound judgment are widely useful. Depending on the position, employers may also value media relations, crisis communications, digital content, analytics, and experience advising senior stakeholders.

  • Can Communications Specialist jobs pay $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Yes. Compensation depends on factors such as seniority, employer, location, industry, and scope of responsibility. Ladders focuses on vetted professional opportunities paying $100,000 or more.

  • Where can I find Communications Specialist jobs?question toggle

    Browse Communications Specialist listings on Ladders to explore vetted professional roles paying $100,000 or more, including opportunities in corporate communications, public relations, and related specialties.