Senior Manager, Internal Communications

Accountabilities: Own and evolve internal communications strategies and roadmaps for assigned business functions, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives and priorities. Advise senior executives and functional leaders on complex, sensitive, and high-impact communications, including organizational change, strategic initiatives, and leadership priorities. Translate technical, operational, and business information into clear, engaging communications that strengthen employee understanding, trust, transparency, and organizational alignment. Lead communications planning for major initiatives, determining appropriate audiences, messaging, timing, sequencing, and channels. Develop executive communications materials, including leadership presentations, talking points, videos, employee updates, and other strategic content. Coach senior leaders on effective communication practices and engagement approaches for diverse employee audiences. Directly manage, mentor, and develop junior communications staff by setting priorities, delegating work, providing feedback, and supporting professional growth. Oversee the quality, consistency, and timely delivery of communications projects while balancing competing stakeholder needs and team resources. Lead internal communications operations and governance, establishing and improving standards, editorial processes, workflows, channel strategies, and communication practices. Manage enterprise communication channels, including intranet platforms, email, and other employee-facing tools, alongside editorial calendars aligned with business priorities. Establish and monitor measures of communication effectiveness, using analytics, employee feedback, and organizational insights to assess engagement and message comprehension. Translate performance data and emerging communication trends into actionable recommendations for leadership and continuously improve communication strategies and employee experiences. Collaborate across functions to strengthen partnerships, anticipate communication risks, and identify opportunities to improve organizational effectiveness. Requirements: At least 10 years of experience in internal or corporate communications, preferably within complex, matrixed organizations; experience in government, defense, or another highly regulated environment is an advantage. At least 3 years of direct people management experience, including setting priorities, managing workflows, providing performance feedback, and developing team members. Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Business, Marketing, Public Relations, English, Journalism, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience. Proven ability to serve as a strategic communications advisor to senior leaders, influence decisions, and apply sound business judgment. Strong business acumen and the ability to understand complex technical, operational, and organizational issues and translate them into effective communications strategies. Demonstrated experience leading communications for major organizational initiatives, business transformations, and change management programs. Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to develop clear, compelling messaging for diverse and global audiences. Strong leadership, coaching, and talent development skills, with a commitment to building team capabilities and fostering accountability. Experience developing or improving communications governance, operating models, editorial processes, and enterprise communication channels. Familiarity with communications analytics, employee feedback mechanisms, and measurement frameworks to evaluate impact and guide decision-making. Excellent stakeholder management and influencing skills, including the ability to lead cross-functional initiatives without direct authority. High degree of autonomy, sound judgment, and the ability to navigate ambiguity, manage competing priorities, and take ownership of outcomes. Strong executive presence and the ability to establish credibility and build productive relationships with senior leaders. Collaborative, growth-oriented leadership style and a continuous-improvement mindset. Willingness and ability to travel up to 10% as business needs require. Ability to work remotely within the United States, excluding North Dakota, Vermont, and Rhode Island, or from Carlsbad, California. Benefits: Annual base salary of $133,000–$210,000 , depending on experience, skills, and work location. For eligible positions based in the San Jose area, the San Francisco Bay Area, and the New York City metropolitan area, an annual base salary range of $165,000–$248,000 . Potential additional cash or stock incentives as part of the overall compensation package. Comprehensive benefits covering medical care, financial well-being, and other employee needs. Health and wellness benefits designed to support overall well-being. Remote work flexibility for eligible locations, with the option to work from Carlsbad, California. Opportunities to lead strategic communications initiatives, partner with senior executives, and influence organizational priorities. Professional development and team leadership opportunities in a complex, cross-functional environment.