Lead and execute corporate communications across PR, internal communications, crisis response, analyst and executive relations. Manage agency and media relationships, develop messaging, run podcast and thought-leadership programs, coordinate cross-functional communications during change, and support operational communications processes. Mentor junior team members and maintain communications workflows to ensure aligned, timely delivery.
Employ is transforming how hiring gets done. With our three ATS solutions - Jobvite, Lever, and JazzHR - plus cutting-edge AI Companions, we free recruiters from admin work and give them more time for what matters: connecting with people. More than 23,000 global customers rely on Employ to make millions of candidate connections each year, helping them hire smarter, faster, and at scale. From growing startups to the world’s most recognized brands, we’re redefining what’s possible in talent acquisition.
We’re a fast-moving, remote-first team of builders and innovators who live our people-first philosophy every day. We back it up with flexible work scheduling and paid time off, comprehensive benefits, and career development opportunities that help you thrive. At Employ, you won’t just grow your career - you’ll help millions of others grow theirs.
Come join our team where we have each other’s backs, champion our customers, hold ourselves accountable, and shape what’s next in talent acquisition.
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Please note, employ takes candidate safety seriously. Employ recruiters and employees communicate only via official @employinc.com email addresses. We will never request payment or personal financial information during the hiring process. If you receive suspicious outreach claiming to be from Employ, please report it to [email protected].
About the Role
Employ Inc. is seeking a skilled and motivated Manager of Communications to execute our corporate communications function across public relations, internal communications, crisis communications, analyst relations, and executive communications.
This role will be a key contributor to the communications team, working closely with the broader Marketing organization and cross-functional partners to help Employ communicate effectively during moments of growth, change, and transformation. The ideal candidate is execution-oriented and collaborative — someone who can manage media and agency relationships, develop clear messaging, support executive visibility, and keep communications efforts running smoothly across a fast-paced environment.
What You’ll Do
- Execute Employ’s PR and corporate communications programs, managing day-to-day agency relationships and tracking performance against goals
- Develop and refine messaging for company announcements, product news, and key business moments
- Identify proactive media opportunities and monitor the media landscape, competitive activity, and industry conversations to surface risks and opportunities Crisis & Change Communications
- Support planning and execution of communications during sensitive or high-impact business moments, including periods of organizational change
- Help maintain and refine crisis communications frameworks, messaging, and escalation processes
- Collaborate with legal, HR, and cross-functional partners to coordinate response during reputation-sensitive situations Internal Communications
- Execute internal communications across company-wide messaging, organizational updates, and employee engagement initiatives, partnering with HR and leadership to ensure timely and aligned delivery
- Contribute to internal storytelling that builds transparency, trust, and alignment across the organization Podcast & Thought Leadership
- Manage end-to-end production of the company podcast and thought leadership content programs, overseeing timelines, publishing coordination, and brand consistency
- Identify and recruit guests including customers, partners, executives, and industry leaders; develop episode narratives, interview outlines, scripts, and prep materials; and facilitate speaker prep and stakeholder approvals
- Coordinate with creative and design teams on promotional assets and execute distribution strategies across social, PR, content, email, and executive channels Analyst Relations
- Coordinate analyst briefings, reporting initiatives, and ongoing engagement with key industry analysts in partnership with Product Marketing and leadership
- Support the articulation of Employ’s positioning and narrative within the HR technology landscape Executive Communications
- Support executive visibility initiatives including thought leadership content, bylines, and speaking opportunities
- Partner with marketing, HR, legal, and product teams to align messaging and maintain consistency across the organization Team & Operational Support
- May manage or mentor junior communications team members, providing clear direction and development feedback
- Help maintain communications planning calendars, workflows, and operational processes to keep the function running efficiently
Public Relations & Corporate Communications
What You Bring:
- 4–7 years of experience in communications, public relations, or corporate communications
- Experience executing communications programs within B2B, SaaS, technology, or HR technology organizations preferred
- Hands-on experience managing PR agency relationships and external communications partners
- Demonstrated experience supporting crisis communications and executive communications initiatives
- Strong writing, messaging, and verbal communication skills
- Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines with attention to detail
- Comfortable working cross-functionally and partnering with senior stakeholders
- Experience working in fast-paced, collaborative environments
- Experience within HR technology, SaaS, or enterprise technology industries
- Familiarity with analyst relations, brand positioning, or thought leadership programs
- Experience working through periods of organizational change, transformation, or rapid growth
Preferred (but not required) Qualifications
Why You’ll Love Working Here:
Make an impact: Your work will directly shape how thousands of employees experience total rewards at Employ — ensuring programs that attract, engage, and retain top talent across the globe.
Meaningful, mission-driven work: Join a team where operational excellence in HR directly supports Employ’s mission to improve hiring outcomes for both people and businesses.
Remote-first culture: Work from where you’re most productive while staying connected to a collaborative, high-energy team through virtual-first rituals and regular in-person meetups.
Unlimited PTO: Trust-based time off so you can recharge and bring your best self to work.
Comprehensive benefits: Medical, dental, and vision coverage to support you and your family’s health and well-being.
Learning & development programs: Access to training, mentorship, and development resources to grow your skills — from HR operations to total rewards strategy.
At Employ, we believe that when people from different backgrounds and perspectives come together, amazing things happen. We’re proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we’re committed to creating an environment where everyone feels welcomed, respected, and able to thrive.
We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We believe that when people feel they belong, they can do their best work and we want every member of our team to feel that sense of belonging.
If you need accommodation at any stage of the hiring process, please reach out. We’ll be glad to support you.
Recruitment Fraud Notice:
Employ takes candidate safety seriously. Please be aware that Employ recruiters and interviewers will only communicate with candidates using official email addresses ending in @employinc.com.
We will never ask for payment, banking information, or personal financial details at any stage of the hiring process, and we do not conduct interviews via messaging apps or social media platforms.
If you receive communication that appears suspicious or claims to represent Employ but does not come from an @employinc.com email address, do not respond or continue engaging with the sender. Please report the message to [email protected].
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