[Hiring] Manager, Communications @Employ

Role Description

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

• Public Relations & Corporate Communications
  • 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.

Qualifications

• 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.

Preferred (but not required) Qualifications

• 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.

Compensation

$122,400 - $153,000 a year. We believe clarity builds trust, so we share the national pay range for this role: $122,400–$153,000 per year (USD base salary). This range reflects the scope of the role across the U.S. and is informed by market data, internal equity, and the responsibilities of the position. Your final offer will consider your unique skills, experience, and location. In addition to base salary, total compensation may include performance bonuses, equity, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

• 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.