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Sr. Manager, External Communications

Current job openings at Peterson Technology Partners
Current job openings at Peterson Technology Partners
Details
  • Req No : 106049
  • Number of Position : 1
  • Priority : High
Location

Irving, TX 75063, USA

Employment Type
  • Work Authorization Status : greencard, uscitizen
  • Location : Onsite
Technical Profile
  • Professional Experience : 10-15 years
  • Primary Skills : Corporate Communication, Public Relations, Media Relations
  • Additional Notes : fulltime

Contact

Anant N Awatare

Anant N Awatare

anant@ptechpartners.com Peterson Technology Partners on LinkedIn

Job Description:

Our client is seeking a strategic communications leader to oversee the External Communications team and deliver best-in-class strategies to promote, protect and elevate brand.

As Senior Manager of External Communications, you’ll shape the voice of an entire family of powerhouse brands. You and your team will craft dynamic, high-impact content that inspires, educates and engages external audiences including the media, industry organizations, potential Franchisees, potential employees and other stakeholders in the U.S. and globally. You’ll lead an award-winning team of passionate communicators who thrive on delivering results and making headlines. This is your chance to amplify an iconic brand and help write the next chapter in our 100-year history.

Key Duties & Responsibilities:

  • Lead the development and execution of an external communications strategy that supports all of banners and brands –.
  • Drive brand visibility, strengthen reputation, and influence consumer behavior through innovative earned media strategies that generate measurable impact.
  • Serve as a trusted advisor to senior leadership, delivering strategic counsel and communications that align with organizational priorities and amplify our external voice.
  • Collaborate across functions to uncover compelling narratives, proactively identifying storytelling opportunities tied to key initiatives such as fresh food, private brands, proprietary beverages, and Delivery.
  • Safeguard the brand by leading proactive and responsive crisis communications strategies that mitigate reputational risk.
  • Elevate and drive reappraisal of the brand through thought leadership strategies, establishing executives as thought leaders in their respective fields through speaking engagement opportunities and media interviews.
  • Build and execute proactive awards strategies promoting both the brand and the exceptional talent behind the brand.
  • Guide best-in-class external communications channel management of the newswire, company website and more.
  • Partner with global teams to deliver cohesive media relations strategies, ensuring alignment across international markets.
  • Lead with a data-driven and outcomes-focused mindset to maximize effectiveness and output of team against corporate priorities.

Qualifications & Skills:

  • 10+ years of corporate communications experience
  • Proven leadership experience with an ability to manage an internal team as well as external agencies and contractors
  • Strategic understanding of current and emerging communication needs, channel management, planning and utilization in corporate environment
  • Strong, clear and concise communication and writing skills
  • Ability to work under tight deadlines
  • Exceptional attention to detail, time management and prioritization skills
  • Proficiency in Microsoft PowerPoint, Excel and other Microsoft Office applications
  • Previous QSR, Retail or Franchisee experience a plus

Education And Experience:

  • Education: Bachelors/4-year degree (public relations, communications, journalism, or business preferred)
  • Years of Relevant Work Experience: 10+ years
  • Years of Management Experience: 2-3 years

Salary: $160,000 - $180,000 (based on experience level) + Annual Performance Incentive + benefits.  

About Us

Peterson Technology Partners (PTP) is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating a transparent, inclusive, and human-centered hiring experience.

For more than 28 years, PTP has operated as one of the top IT staffing and recruiting firms in the USA—built on trust, long-term partnerships, and technical excellence.

Based in the Chicago suburb of Park Ridge, IL, our team of more than 500 employees and consultants is dedicated to:

  • Helping every client make the best hiring decisions possible
  • Matching professionals with the right IT jobs and career opportunities

As part of that commitment, we believe in providing clear information about how our hiring technologies work and how your data is used. The following section outlines our AI-assisted interview process and your rights as a candidate.

AI-Assisted Interview Experience (Pete & Gabi – Rebecca):

To provide a consistent, fair, and flexible experience for all candidates, we use AI-assisted tools to support parts of the interview process. This includes our proprietary AI platform Pete & Gabi, which includes AI recruiter Rebecca.

These AI hiring tools help us:

  • Conduct recorded video interviews
  • Transcribe interviews
  • Summarize candidate responses
  • Generate job-related insights
  • Streamline communication and scheduling

Please note that:

  • The AI does NOT make hiring decisions; all decisions are made by our human recruiters, hiring managers, or client partners.
  • The AI does not evaluate facial expressions, emotions, or physical traits; it is used only to support fairness, consistency, and efficiency.

If you prefer a non-AI interview format, we will gladly provide an alternative.

Technical or Case Interviews (Role-Dependent):

When applying for certain tech jobs, you may participate in:

  • A technical interview
  • A coding challenge
  • A case study
  • A client-specific assessment

We will always explain what to expect in advance so you can prepare with confidence.

Human Review & Selection: +

Every candidate’s profile—including interviews, conversations, and assessments—is reviewed by experienced recruiters and hiring leaders.

AI insights may assist with organization and evaluation, but final decisions are always human-driven.

Your Rights as a Candidate: +

At PTP, every candidate has the right to:

  • Request a non-AI interview path
  • Ask how your data is being used
  • Request access to transcripts or interview recordings
  • Request deletion of your AI-recorded interview
  • Receive clear, timely communication

Our goal is to ensure you feel respected, informed, and supported throughout your experience.

Our Commitment: +

For more than 28 years, PTP has focused on putting people first—candidates, consultants, employees, and clients.

We’re committed to a hiring process that is:

  • Transparent
  • Compliant
  • Equitable
  • Powered by innovative technology that enhances—not replaces—human judgment

Welcome to the future of hiring at Peterson Technology Partners.

We’re excited to learn more about you.

Equal Employment Opportunity: +

Peterson Technology Partners is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.

Sr. Manager, External Communications

Current job openings at Peterson Technology Partners
Current job openings at Peterson Technology Partners
Details
  • Req No : 106049
  • Number of Position : 1
  • Priority : High
Location

Irving, TX 75063, USA

Employment Type
  • Work Authorization Status : greencard, uscitizen
  • Location : Onsite
Technical Profile
  • Professional Experience : 10-15 years
  • Primary Skills : Corporate Communication, Public Relations, Media Relations
  • Additional Notes : fulltime

Contact

Anant N Awatare

Anant N Awatare

anant@ptechpartners.com Peterson Technology Partners on LinkedIn

Job Description:

Our client is seeking a strategic communications leader to oversee the External Communications team and deliver best-in-class strategies to promote, protect and elevate brand.

As Senior Manager of External Communications, you’ll shape the voice of an entire family of powerhouse brands. You and your team will craft dynamic, high-impact content that inspires, educates and engages external audiences including the media, industry organizations, potential Franchisees, potential employees and other stakeholders in the U.S. and globally. You’ll lead an award-winning team of passionate communicators who thrive on delivering results and making headlines. This is your chance to amplify an iconic brand and help write the next chapter in our 100-year history.

Key Duties & Responsibilities:

  • Lead the development and execution of an external communications strategy that supports all of banners and brands –.
  • Drive brand visibility, strengthen reputation, and influence consumer behavior through innovative earned media strategies that generate measurable impact.
  • Serve as a trusted advisor to senior leadership, delivering strategic counsel and communications that align with organizational priorities and amplify our external voice.
  • Collaborate across functions to uncover compelling narratives, proactively identifying storytelling opportunities tied to key initiatives such as fresh food, private brands, proprietary beverages, and Delivery.
  • Safeguard the brand by leading proactive and responsive crisis communications strategies that mitigate reputational risk.
  • Elevate and drive reappraisal of the brand through thought leadership strategies, establishing executives as thought leaders in their respective fields through speaking engagement opportunities and media interviews.
  • Build and execute proactive awards strategies promoting both the brand and the exceptional talent behind the brand.
  • Guide best-in-class external communications channel management of the newswire, company website and more.
  • Partner with global teams to deliver cohesive media relations strategies, ensuring alignment across international markets.
  • Lead with a data-driven and outcomes-focused mindset to maximize effectiveness and output of team against corporate priorities.

Qualifications & Skills:

  • 10+ years of corporate communications experience
  • Proven leadership experience with an ability to manage an internal team as well as external agencies and contractors
  • Strategic understanding of current and emerging communication needs, channel management, planning and utilization in corporate environment
  • Strong, clear and concise communication and writing skills
  • Ability to work under tight deadlines
  • Exceptional attention to detail, time management and prioritization skills
  • Proficiency in Microsoft PowerPoint, Excel and other Microsoft Office applications
  • Previous QSR, Retail or Franchisee experience a plus

Education And Experience:

  • Education: Bachelors/4-year degree (public relations, communications, journalism, or business preferred)
  • Years of Relevant Work Experience: 10+ years
  • Years of Management Experience: 2-3 years

Salary: $160,000 - $180,000 (based on experience level) + Annual Performance Incentive + benefits.  

About Us

Peterson Technology Partners (PTP) is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating a transparent, inclusive, and human-centered hiring experience.

For more than 28 years, PTP has operated as one of the top IT staffing and recruiting firms in the USA—built on trust, long-term partnerships, and technical excellence.

Based in the Chicago suburb of Park Ridge, IL, our team of more than 500 employees and consultants is dedicated to:

  • Helping every client make the best hiring decisions possible
  • Matching professionals with the right IT jobs and career opportunities

As part of that commitment, we believe in providing clear information about how our hiring technologies work and how your data is used. The following section outlines our AI-assisted interview process and your rights as a candidate.

AI-Assisted Interview Experience (Pete & Gabi – Rebecca):

To provide a consistent, fair, and flexible experience for all candidates, we use AI-assisted tools to support parts of the interview process. This includes our proprietary AI platform Pete & Gabi, which includes AI recruiter Rebecca.

These AI hiring tools help us:

  • Conduct recorded video interviews
  • Transcribe interviews
  • Summarize candidate responses
  • Generate job-related insights
  • Streamline communication and scheduling

Please note that:

  • The AI does NOT make hiring decisions; all decisions are made by our human recruiters, hiring managers, or client partners.
  • The AI does not evaluate facial expressions, emotions, or physical traits; it is used only to support fairness, consistency, and efficiency.

If you prefer a non-AI interview format, we will gladly provide an alternative.

Technical or Case Interviews (Role-Dependent):

When applying for certain tech jobs, you may participate in:

  • A technical interview
  • A coding challenge
  • A case study
  • A client-specific assessment

We will always explain what to expect in advance so you can prepare with confidence.

Human Review & Selection: +

Every candidate’s profile—including interviews, conversations, and assessments—is reviewed by experienced recruiters and hiring leaders.

AI insights may assist with organization and evaluation, but final decisions are always human-driven.

Your Rights as a Candidate: +

At PTP, every candidate has the right to:

  • Request a non-AI interview path
  • Ask how your data is being used
  • Request access to transcripts or interview recordings
  • Request deletion of your AI-recorded interview
  • Receive clear, timely communication

Our goal is to ensure you feel respected, informed, and supported throughout your experience.

Our Commitment: +

For more than 28 years, PTP has focused on putting people first—candidates, consultants, employees, and clients.

We’re committed to a hiring process that is:

  • Transparent
  • Compliant
  • Equitable
  • Powered by innovative technology that enhances—not replaces—human judgment

Welcome to the future of hiring at Peterson Technology Partners.

We’re excited to learn more about you.

Equal Employment Opportunity: +

Peterson Technology Partners is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.

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