How much does a Senior Communications Manager make in the United States? The average Senior Communications Manager salary in the United States is $123,011 as of February 26, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $109,778 and $136,573. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Senior Communications Manager Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Senior Communications Manager Salary $97,731 US February 26, 2024
25th Percentile Senior Communications Manager Salary $109,778 US February 26, 2024
50th Percentile Senior Communications Manager Salary $123,011 US February 26, 2024
75th Percentile Senior Communications Manager Salary $136,573 US February 26, 2024
90th Percentile Senior Communications Manager Salary $148,921 US February 26, 2024
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What is a Senior Communications Manager ?

Director of communications is a position in both the private and public sectors. A director of communications is responsible for managing and directing an organization's internal and external communications. Directors of communications supervise public relations staff, create communication strategies, and may serve as the key spokesperson and media contact for the organization. A director of communications may also be called a public relations manager, communications director, or press secretary. The director of communications usually reports directly to a CXO, including a chief communicatio...

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Job Openings for Senior Communications Manager
LaSalle Network has partnered with a leading professional services firm dedicated to delivering exceptional solutions to their clients. With a commitment to excellence and innovation, they have established themselves as a trusted partner in the industry. They are seeking a dynamic and experienced Senior Communications Manager to join their team and play a key role in enhancing our internal communication efforts. As a Senior Communications Manager, you will be responsible for developing and executing comprehensive internal communication plans to foster a culture of transparency, engagement, and alignment within the organization. The successful candidate will have a proven track record in supporting C-suite members through ghostwriting, possessing a keen understanding of the professional services landscape. Senior Communications Manager Responsibilities: C-Suite Support: Collaborate with C-suite members to understand their communication needs and craft compelling, authentic messages in t
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Careerbuilder - Portland , OR
Autodesk Senior Communications Manager, CEO Portland , Oregon Apply Now Autodesk's communications team helps tell inspiring and authentic stories to internal and external audiences across the globe. As part of the CEO communications group, you will create communications and content to help the CEO inform target audiences about our vision, strategy and goals. You will bring communications expertise, energy and creativity to help our CEO find and tell authentic stories to employees, media and other partners. You will be reporting to the Head of CEO communications. Location: West Coast ONLY #LI-Hybrid/Remote Responsibilities Support the head of CEO communications and partner with communications team members and other partners to amplify the CEO's narrative across internal and external channels. Develop a strategic internal communications plan for our CEO, in collaboration with the CEO communications team and other internal communications functions. Develop communications and content for c
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The Judge Group - Massillon , OH
Shearer's is a leading contract manufacturer and private label supplier in the snack industry in North America. Headquartered in Massillon, Ohio, Shearer's has 17 state-of-the-art, geographically diverse manufacturing facilities in Ohio, Texas, Arkansas, Arizona, Minnesota, Pennsylvania, Virginia, Iowa, Ontario and Alberta, Canada, including one of the industry's first Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design platinum LEED certified facilities in Massillon, Ohio. The Company is known for producing the highest quality snacks in assorted flavors and sizes, including kettle cooked potato chips, traditional potato chips, tortilla chips, cheese curls and other extruded snacks, and corn chips, as well as cookies, crackers, and wafers.Senior Communications Manager The Senior Communications Manager will drive the implementation of strategy, messaging, and execution of internal and external corporate communications while promoting Shearer s brand image to employees and external customers.
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Victoria Beckham Beauty -
Victoria Beckham Beauty is built on the promise of high-performance beauty through Victoria’s own discerning designer eye. Launched in September 2019, it is a digital-first, clean and cruelty-free beauty brand, designed to elevate your beauty routine. The brand offers a highly-edited collection of clean, inclusive skincare and makeup whilst building towards the entry into new beauty categories. Created for those seeking a simplified selection of clinically-validated, highly efficacious products in a refined luxurious experience, each product and touchpoint are an authentic extension of Victoria’s real-life discoveries and lifestyle. The award-winning formulas are guaranteed to deliver on the promise of Luxury Performance, Clean Beauty. Based in NYC, it operates as a Global Organization in partnership alongside the Victoria Beckham fashion label, based in London. Your Mission We are looking for a Senior Communications Manager to support our global PR initiatives, driving brand and produ
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Kirkland & Ellis LLP. - Chicago , IL
About Kirkland & Ellis At Kirkland & Ellis, we are united in our ambition and drive to move forward. We share core values that help us achieve excellence: collaboration, talent empowerment, service, inclusion, respect and gratitude. Our people are our greatest asset, and we invest in the brightest talent and encourage a diversity of perspectives and strengths to create dynamic teams that operate at the pinnacle of their field. Our talented professionals show up every day knowing they will engage in meaningful work, continuous learning and professional development. As one of the world's leading law firms, we serve a broad range of clients with market-leading practices in private equity, M&A and other complex corporate transactions; investment fund formation and alternative asset management; restructurings; high-stakes commercial and intellectual property litigation; and government, regulatory and internal investigations. We handle the most complicated and sophisticated legal matters bec
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8 years of relevant experience in publicity at an agency/network/studio Established relationships with TV entertainment media (consumer and trade), talent bookers, tastemakers, studio partners, and talent reps Curiosity for finding better ways and uncovering new ways of doing things Excellent project management and organization skills Works well in a fast-paced environment under hard deadlines, juggling multiple projects at once Outstanding verbal and written communications skills Team player with leadership skills Ability and desire to interact with cross-functional teams Hybrid on-site position in Los Angeles, CA
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    Communications Representative V

    10 + years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    Senior Communications Manager

    5 + years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    Communications Director


    Bachelor's Degree

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