Corporate Communications Manager — Chicago, IL

Manager, Corporate Communications Programs

Location: Chicago, IL (Rogers Park / Evanston Border – 60626) | Hybrid (3 days on-site)

Compensation: $110,000 – $150,000 / year

Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

The Opportunity Step into a high-impact leadership role shaping the voice of an established industry leader. On behalf of our client, we are seeking a Manager of Corporate Communications Programs to bridge big-picture strategy with hands-on execution—leading a talented team to drive executive thought leadership, sustainability storytelling, and integrated media campaigns across paid, earned, shared, and owned channels.

What You’ll Do

• Lead & Coach: Mentor and manage the Corporate Communications Programs team, setting clear priorities and guiding career growth.

• Own the Narrative: Drive our integrated editorial calendar and content pipeline, serving as a senior writer and editor for executive speeches, presentations, social media, and corporate storytelling.

• Champion Sustainability: Spearhead our sustainability communications strategy, including the end-to-end production of our annual Sustainability Report.

• Collaborate & Influence: Partner directly with VPs, subject matter experts, Marketing, and external agencies to uncover compelling stories and manage program budgets.

• Measure Impact: Set KPIs, track campaign performance, and use data to continuously elevate our communications strategy.

What You Bring:

• Industry Roots: 10+ years of experience in corporate communications, PR, or content marketing within a manufacturing or industrial environment.

• Proven Leadership: Experience managing, coaching, and developing communications professionals or cross-functional teams.

• Storytelling Mastery: Exceptional writing and editing chops with a knack for translating complex business topics into engaging executive thought leadership.

• Operational Excellence: Strong project, budget, and vendor management skills, paired with a data-driven approach to measuring program success.

• Tech & Collaboration: High proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and the executive presence to partner seamlessly with senior leadership.