Senior Communications Manager

Are you looking for an opportunity to join a dynamic and evolving Communications team, serving in a spokesperson role for the Altria family of companies across different media platforms?

We are currently seeking a Senior Manager, Communications to join our Communications Department Media Relations team at Altria Client Services. Remote candidates welcome.

In this role you will be responsible for developing and implementing communications strategies and plans and act as an official company spokesperson to print, digital and broadcast reporters.

Job Duties:

• Develop and maintain ongoing relationships with key reporters and media contacts in support of Altria's Vision and business objectives.
• Identify, secure and support communications opportunities, including earned media and external speaking opportunities for senior executives in support of Altria’s Vision.
• Provide communications counsel to select business areas. Develop proactive communications strategies and tactical applications; manage media outreach, communications plans, and crisis management work.
• Manage external media relations consultants developing media relations plans and outreach on behalf of Altria.
• Prepare company executives for media interviews to externally communicate company positions, perspectives, and actions.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications Include:

• Bachelor's degree in Communications or relevant study is required.
• 7+ years of communications experience required, public affairs experience a plus.
• Strong knowledge of print, digital and broadcast journalism fields.
• Strong ability to accurately convey company perspectives in sometimes high-stress situations.
• Strong written and oral communications skills.
• Must be able to develop extensive knowledge of company positions and business practices.
• Traveling may be required.

Immigration Sponsorship is not available for this role.

Total Rewards

The starting salary is based on but not limited to experience, knowledge, and qualifications in determining compensation decisions. The Salary Range for this position is: $124,900.00 - $190,450.00 / annually.

We deliver a market-competitive, equitable pay with a Total Reward program that includes:

• Annual performance incentive based on individual and company performance
• Competitive Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance to support you and your loved ones
• Flexible Work Environment to include vacation and generous holidays
• Deferred Profit-Sharing Plan (401K) with matching contributions on day 1, including a yearly company contribution
• Paid Paternity and Maternity Leave
• Employee Recognition Awards
• Student Loan Assistance
• To learn more about How to Support you and your Loved Ones, Work-Life Balance, and Invest into your Future, visit our additional benefits at Benefits (altria.com)