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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$140K - $185K *

Drive technical excellence by developing standards and processes for commissioning, ensuring consistent execution across projects. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance workforce capabili...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Oversee and guide complex privacy projects, ensuring high standards and compliance while mentoring privacy consultants to enhance client programs and outcomes. Collaborate closely with stakeholders to...

CanadaRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$126K - $168K *

Lead the charge in shaping and executing product strategy for B2B learning solutions, driving innovation and market impact while collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality produ...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $300K *

Transform enterprise operations by developing AI solutions tailored to customer needs. Engage directly with clients, manage the full technical lifecycle, and drive measurable improvements in AI perfor...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $140K *

Advance your career by leading commissioning activities for critical facilities. Collaborate with engineering teams to ensure project success through effective communication, strong problem-solving sk...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$77K - $115K *

Transform the manufacturing landscape by engaging Kentucky's businesses through tailored consulting and training services, driving innovation and sustainable growth in a dynamic, collaborative environ...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$122K *

Elevate your career by managing global projects in Neuroscience, ensuring compliance, budget adherence, and successful collaboration across cross-functional teams to drive milestone achievement and en...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$92K - $139K *

Elevate your career by leading customer advocacy initiatives that drive engagement and impact. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance customer relationships and leverage insights for program growth...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Unlock the potential of workforce analytics by leading strategic initiatives that shape talent decisions and influence organizational success. Collaborate with senior leaders to navigate complex workf...

Somerville, MARemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Engage in a dynamic role overseeing large projects and teams, ensuring successful delivery through effective stakeholder coordination and project management. Contribute to innovative power delivery so...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$171K - $214K *

Unlock potential by driving sales activation and enablement for MSP/MSSP partners. Engage in training, demand generation, and partner collaboration to ensure successful service launches and ongoing sa...

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4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Innovate project execution by overseeing budgets, schedules, and resources. Collaborate with teams to ensure timely, cost-effective completion while mentoring staff and fostering strong customer relat...

Michigan, USRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$110K - $130K *

Transform your career by leading brand identity and design initiatives, driving AI integration in creative processes, and collaborating across teams to elevate visual storytelling and brand consistenc...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$86K - $126K *

Join our dynamic Engineering team to lead civil design projects, focusing on stormwater management and erosion control. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality solutions while...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$57K - $105K *

Advance corporate risk management by supporting claims administration, policy documentation, and data tracking. Ideal for candidates with insurance experience seeking to enhance their career in a dyna...

Bismarck, NDRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$80K - $95K *

Drive business process improvement by analyzing and redesigning workflows, leveraging strong communication and analytical skills to support federal budget processes and enhance operational efficiency...

Maryland, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$152K - $223K *

Drive strategic initiatives across teams to achieve measurable outcomes. Lead complex programs, establish governance, and ensure alignment with product and business priorities while managing risks and...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$125K - $225K *

Lead the charge in multidisciplinary engineering and design management for a large-scale industrial infrastructure project, ensuring compliance with technical standards and client expectations through...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$92K - $153K *

Lead the charge in transforming client operations through innovative ServiceNow solutions. Collaborate with stakeholders and technical teams to streamline processes, enhance functionalities, and ensur...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading innovative demand generation strategies that drive pipeline growth and market engagement. Collaborate across departments to optimize campaigns and mentor teams, ensuring al...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$72K - $106K *

Explore an impactful role where you'll lead proposal initiatives, collaborate across teams, and enhance our RFP processes to drive growth while improving educational outcomes for districts and student...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Unlock potential by driving operational excellence through process improvement, automation readiness, and stakeholder collaboration. This role focuses on enhancing business outcomes and sustaining mea...

Pennsylvania, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$177K - $244K *

Empower our sales team by providing expert technical support and solutions. Collaborate with customers to address security challenges, architect tailored solutions, and drive adoption of our cybersecu...

Florida, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Drive operational excellence by leveraging consulting expertise to enhance processes, implement improvements, and prepare for automation. Collaborate with leaders to achieve measurable business outcom...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$85K - $105K *

Manage and grow a portfolio of enterprise accounts, focusing on retention and expansion. Build strong relationships, identify growth opportunities, and ensure customers realize ongoing value from solu...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

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.