Explore Communications Specialist Jobs

Communications specialists help organizations share clear, consistent messages with employees, customers, media, and other audiences. Their work may span writing, public relations, internal communications, content development, and reputation management. Explore vetted Communications Specialist opportunities on Ladders, including roles paying $100,000 or more.

What Does a Communications Specialist Do?

Responsibilities vary by organization and industry, but may include drafting and editing announcements, coordinating communications campaigns, preparing executive messaging, supporting media relations, and managing content across digital channels. Specialists may also help shape communication plans, monitor audience engagement, and ensure that messages reflect organizational goals and brand standards.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers often seek strong writing, editing, presentation, and project-management skills. Experience with communications strategy, public relations, employee engagement, social media, or content management can be valuable. Many roles call for a bachelor’s degree in communications, public relations, journalism, marketing, or a related field, along with relevant professional experience.

Where Communications Specialists Work

Communications specialists work across industries, including technology, healthcare, financial services, education, government, and nonprofit organizations. Depending on the employer, a role may focus on internal communications, corporate affairs, media outreach, executive communications, or integrated marketing.

Find Communications Specialist Jobs on Ladders

Ladders helps experienced professionals discover vetted jobs with salaries of $100,000 or more. Browse Communications Specialist openings to compare responsibilities, industries, and qualifications, and find a role that fits your experience and career goals. Compensation and requirements vary by employer and position.

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$105K - $115K *

Unlock your potential as you ensure seamless telecommunications operations, supporting critical decision-making processes. Collaborate with a dynamic team to maintain and enhance systems, driving effi...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$85K - $107K *

Unlock potential by driving strategic marketing and communications initiatives. Collaborate across teams to enhance brand visibility, manage web content, and execute impactful events, ensuring complia...

Ottawa, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Unlock your potential by shaping and executing our internal communication strategy to engage employees through compelling storytelling and effective messaging while collaborating with leaders across o...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Join our team to provide expert guidance on complex employee relations issues, ensuring fair and consistent disciplinary actions. Collaborate with management to navigate sensitive cases and enhance wo...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$96K - $139K *

Drive collaborative solutions in water resource management through stakeholder engagement, policy development, and strategic communication. Join a multi-disciplinary team to influence outcomes across...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$77K - $96K *

Shape impactful marketing and communications strategies for defence projects while collaborating with teams to enhance brand presence, align initiatives, and leverage insights for business growth acro...

Ottawa, ONIn-Person

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$113K - $116K *

Shape the future of communications strategy by leading digital engagement and outreach efforts. Collaborate with leadership to amplify youth voices and support educators through impactful messaging an...

2 days ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Unlock potential by driving program performance through data analysis, forecasting, and compliance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance execution excellence and support audits, ensuring...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $110K *

Advance your career by coordinating marketing and communications operations. Support project management, vendor relations, and team efficiency to ensure smooth execution of campaigns and initiatives a...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $140K *

Join a team that's driving global communications strategy through impactful external initiatives. Manage projects, coordinate deliverables, and collaborate with stakeholders to enhance brand visibilit...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $140K *

Transform global communications by executing impactful strategies that enhance brand visibility and support business objectives. Collaborate with diverse teams to manage projects and drive successful...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $140K *

Join a dynamic team to execute global communications strategies, manage projects, and enhance brand visibility through impactful external communications, advertising, and partnerships that align with...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $140K *

Optimize global communications strategies by executing impactful external initiatives, managing projects, and collaborating with stakeholders to enhance brand visibility and support business objective...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $140K *

Explore a dynamic role in global communications, driving impactful initiatives and managing projects that enhance brand visibility and support business objectives across diverse channels and partnersh...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $140K *

Transform global communications by executing impactful strategies that enhance brand visibility and support business objectives. Collaborate with stakeholders to manage projects and deliver compelling...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $140K *

Champion impactful global communications initiatives, driving brand visibility and engagement through strategic external communications, advertising, and partnerships. Collaborate across teams to exec...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $140K *

Join a dynamic team to execute global communications strategies, manage projects, and enhance brand visibility through impactful advertising and partnerships. Collaborate across departments to drive s...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $140K *

Join a team that's driving impactful global communications initiatives. Leverage your expertise in marketing and project management to enhance brand visibility and execute strategic campaigns across d...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $140K *

Lead the charge in executing global communications strategies that enhance brand visibility and support business objectives. Collaborate with diverse teams to manage projects, coordinate deliverables...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $140K *

Advance global communications initiatives by executing impactful external strategies, managing projects, and collaborating with stakeholders to enhance brand visibility and support business objectives...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $140K *

Lead the charge in executing global communications strategies that enhance brand visibility and support business objectives. Collaborate with stakeholders to manage projects and deliver impactful adve...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $85K *

Join a dynamic team to enhance engagement and brand awareness through innovative communications strategies. Drive proactive media outreach and optimize digital channels to amplify impactful research a...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$110K - $130K *

Elevate program execution by collaborating with cross-functional teams to manage F-35 projects. Drive performance metrics, risk management, and stakeholder alignment while developing into a senior lea...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in enhancing employee engagement and communications strategies, fostering a strong connection and advocacy throughout the employee journey while managing a high-performing global team...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$157K - $254K *

Transform the narrative of cutting-edge cybersecurity innovations by driving impactful media strategies and securing top-tier coverage. Collaborate across functions to craft compelling stories that el...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Communications Specialist do?question toggle

    A Communications Specialist develops and shares messages for an organization’s audiences. Typical work can include writing and editing content, supporting communications campaigns, coordinating internal updates, assisting with media relations, and maintaining consistent brand messaging.

  • What qualifications are common for Communications Specialist jobs?question toggle

    Many employers look for a bachelor’s degree in communications, public relations, journalism, marketing, or a related field, plus relevant experience. Strong writing, editing, interpersonal, and project-management skills are frequently requested; specific requirements vary by role.

  • Where can Communications Specialists work?question toggle

    Communications Specialists work in many sectors, including technology, healthcare, finance, education, government, and nonprofit organizations. They may specialize in corporate communications, public relations, internal communications, executive messaging, or digital content.

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

    Some experienced Communications Specialist roles may offer salaries of $100,000 or more, depending on factors such as seniority, location, industry, and scope of responsibility. Ladders features vetted professional opportunities in this salary range.

  • How can I find Communications Specialist jobs on Ladders?question toggle

    Browse Communications Specialist listings on Ladders and review each posting’s responsibilities, qualifications, location, and compensation information to identify opportunities aligned with your experience and goals.