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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Telecommunications Specialist TS/SCI
$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
Intermediate Advisor, Communications and Marketing
$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...
1 week ago
Sr. Corporate Communications Specialist- Saginaw
$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
$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
$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
Marketing Communications Specialist
$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...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Communications and Digital Director
$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
Senior Specialist, Program Controls
$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
Marketing & Communications Operations Coordinator
$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
Senior Global Communications Specialist
$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
Senior Global Communications Specialist
$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
Senior Global Communications Specialist
$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
Senior Global Communications Specialist
$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
Senior Global Communications Specialist
$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
Senior Global Communications Specialist
$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
Senior Global Communications Specialist
$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
Senior Global Communications Specialist
$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
Senior Global Communications Specialist
$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
Senior Global Communications Specialist
$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
Senior Global Communications Specialist
$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
Senior Global Communications Specialist
$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
Communications Manager (Outreach & Strategy)
$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...
1 week ago
Senior Specialist, Program Management / Deputy PM
$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
Director, Employee Communications & Engagement - Hybrid
$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
Senior PR Storyteller, Product Communications
$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
What does a Communications Specialist do?
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?
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?
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?
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?
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.