Manager, Corporate Communications

Role Overview

• Develop and execute communications plans supporting company priorities, acquisitions, strategic partnerships, market expansions, executive news and portfolio milestones
• Proactively identify and pursue business, trade and industry media opportunities across print, digital, broadcast and emerging platforms
• Build and maintain relationships with journalists, editors and producers covering business, fashion, luxury, retail, licensing, home and consumer goods
• Manage day-to-day media inquiries and coordinate clear, timely and on-message responses
• Draft corporate statements, Q&As and reactive messaging, partnering with leadership, Legal and other stakeholders on sensitive or reputation-related matters
• Monitor media coverage, industry developments and emerging issues to identify storytelling opportunities, reputational considerations and broader communications trends
• Track and analyze communications performance, translating results into actionable insights and executive-ready recaps
• Support executive visibility programs, including media interviews, speaking engagements, conferences, panels and other industry opportunities
• Draft and refine executive talking points, briefing materials, speeches, presentations, op-eds and bylined content
• Prepare executives for media interviews and external appearances, ensuring alignment with company messaging and business priorities
• Support executive thought leadership and LinkedIn content through editorial planning, content development and timely industry commentary
• Evaluate incoming speaking and visibility opportunities based on audience, relevance and alignment with company priorities
• Develop high-quality communications materials, including press releases, media pitches, corporate statements, FAQs, website copy, newsletters and company updates
• Manage and evolve Marquee Brands’ corporate LinkedIn presence, including content planning, drafting, publishing and performance tracking
• Maintain the Corporate Communications editorial calendar, ensuring a consistent cadence and coordinated approach across company announcements, executive moments and portfolio news
• Support monthly portfolio newsletters, executive summaries and select company-wide communications
• Manage corporate and portfolio awards programs, including identifying opportunities, developing submissions, tracking results and amplifying recognition internally and externally
• Maintain core corporate messaging, biographies, fact sheets, presentations and other communications resources
• Work closely with executive leadership, Business Development, Brand and Marketing teams to support company priorities and announcements
• Translate complex business developments into clear narratives for media, employees, partners and other stakeholders
• Help maintain consistency across corporate, executive and portfolio messaging while adapting communications for different audiences and channels
• Coordinate with external agencies, media-monitoring partners and other communications vendors as needed
• Manage multiple communications projects, timelines and approval processes with strong attention to detail

Requirements

• Minimum 5 years of experience in corporate communications, public relations or a related field, gained in-house, at an agency or through a combination of both
• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, English or a related field, or equivalent profession experience
• Proven track record of developing and executing high-impact communications strategies that support a range of business objectives
• Exceptional written and verbal communications skills with strong editorial judgment across formats: releases, pitches, executive materials and digital content
• Established media relationships across business, trade and lifestyle press; experience with fashion, consumer goods or licensing industry outlets a strong plus
• Experience working within or alongside a multi-brand, licensed or portfolio business preferred; agency background welcome
• Deep familiarity with LinkedIn as a corporate and executive communications channel
• Proficiency with media monitoring and analytics tools
• Experience in luxury, fashion, consumer goods or corporate agency settings strongly preferred

Benefits

• Competitive salary, and bonus structure
• Healthcare Benefits including dental and vision
• Flexible spending account (FSA) or health savings account (HSA)
• Short-term and Long-term disability
• Parental Leave
• Life insurance
• Pet Insurance
• Paid Vacation
• Action Days
• two (2) fully paid “Marquee In Action" days each calendar year to dedicate your time to a charity or cause of your choice.
• 11 Paid Holidays: In addition to Paid vacation.