Lead Manager Communications

Lead Manager Communications

Reynolds American is evolving into a global multi-category business. Our purpose is to create A Better Tomorrow by Building a Smokeless World. To achieve our ambition, we are looking for colleagues who are ready to join us on this journey. Tomorrow can't wait, let's shape it together! Reynolds American has an exciting opportunity for a Lead Manager Communications in Winston-Salem.

Reporting to the Senior Director of Corporate Communications, the Lead Manager for Communications plays a key role in developing external communications that promote the company's corporate transformation strategy. This position ensures a consistent and unified voice across diverse channels and audiences. The Lead Manager for Communications will contribute to a wide range of communications areas, including public relations, media relations, social media, message development, content creation, crisis communications, thought leadership, corporate reputation management, and scientific communications. This role is pivotal in shaping and communicating the organization's corporate narrative, working closely with colleagues across the U.S. and globally to ensure an integrated and aligned approach to external messaging and engagement.

Your key responsibilities will include :

• Monitor media coverage and trends, providing proactive updates and insights using sentiment analysis and media tracking tools.
• Support crisis communications efforts, including development of reactive messaging and coordination with senior leadership.
• Create and edit external communications content such as press releases, social media posts, speeches, editorials, and media statements.
• Collaborate with internal business units and global teams to ensure consistent and integrated corporate messaging.
• Coordinate strategic communications activities including media briefings, speaking engagements, thought leadership, and major announcements.
• Manage digital platforms including web content, SharePoint, PowerPoint presentations, and social media channels.
• Maintain a repository of corporate assets, messaging materials, and fact sheets to support external communications.
• Assist in managing external agencies and support internal and external events aligned with corporate communications strategy.

What are we looking for?

At Reynolds American, we are committed to our Purpose of creating A Better Tomorrow. This is what drives our people and our passion for innovation.

See what is possible for you at REYNOLDS AMERICAN. Collaboration and teamwork underpin everything we do here at Reynolds American. We know that collaborating with colleagues is what makes us stronger and best prepared to meet our business goals.

Salary and Benefits Overview

The following is a general summary of the competitive compensation and benefit plans we offer :

Your journey with us is not limited by boundaries; it is propelled by your aspirations. Join us at Reynolds American and become a part of an environment that thrives on internal advancement, where your career progression is not just a statement it is a reality. We are eager to build together. Seize the opportunity and own your development; your next chapter starts here. You will have access to online learning platforms and personalized growth programs to nurture your leadership skills. We prioritize continuous improvement within a transformative environment, preparing for ongoing changes. Our organization offers a level of challenge, responsibility, and creativity for motivated employees who want to grow their careers. We are also committed to valuing different perspectives, experiences, and talents to improve the company's potential for optimally achieving its business objectives! Reynolds American Inc. and its affiliated companies is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other status protected by law. Only applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact us directly via email at wppgeneral@RJRT.com.