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Lead day-to-day communications execution for policy, public affairs, and market-entry work across priority markets. * Identify and engage local audiences who shape public opinion, including editorial ...

Change and Communication Lead Job Level: W2T Consultant Job Location: Remote Travel Expectations: 10% travel to Chicago Job Classification: Temporary (W2T) Join Centric Consulting - A Culture You'll ...

Lead, Communications

Londonderry, NH

$29K - $30K/yr

Lead, Communications Job Code: 38527 Job Location: Londonderry, NH Job Schedule: 9/80: Employees work 9 out of every 14 days- totaling 80 hours worked- and have every other Friday off In this ...

Communications & Engagement Lead

Arlington, VA · On-site

$32K - $33K/yr

Position Summary Q2IMPACT is seeking a creative, proactive, and collaborative Communications & Engagement Lead to support both corporate communications and a high-profile Department of Defense ...

Strategic Communications Task Lead

Washington, DC · On-site

$32K - $32K/yr

Barbaricum is seeking an experienced Strategic Communications Task Lead to lead strategic communications initiatives under the Military Community and Family Policy (MC&FP) Outreach and Digital ...

Leidos currently has a contingent opening for a Senior Communications Team Lead to work in our Reston, VA office. This is an exciting opportunity to use your experience helping the Defense Health ...

Leidos currently has a contingent opening for a Senior Communications Team Lead to work in our Reston, VA office. This is an exciting opportunity to use your experience helping the Defense Health ...

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How much do communications lead jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 10, 2026, the average yearly pay for communications lead in the United States is $31,873.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $28,500.00 and $29,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some common challenges faced by a communications lead when managing cross-departmental projects?

As a Communications Lead, one common challenge is ensuring consistent messaging and effective collaboration across various departments, each with its own priorities and communication styles. Balancing stakeholder expectations while maintaining clear, unified communication can require proactive relationship-building and adaptability. Additionally, tight deadlines and evolving project scopes may necessitate quick adjustments to communication strategies, underscoring the importance of strong organizational and problem-solving skills.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a communications lead, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Communications Lead, you need expertise in strategic communication, content creation, and brand messaging, often supported by a degree in communications, public relations, or a related field. Familiarity with digital communication tools, content management systems (CMS), and analytics platforms is typically required. Exceptional writing, interpersonal skills, and the ability to manage multiple stakeholders make someone stand out in this position. These skills and qualities are crucial for effectively shaping organizational messaging, ensuring brand consistency, and driving engagement across audiences.

What does a communications lead do?

A Communications Lead is responsible for developing and executing communication strategies to promote an organization’s goals, values, and initiatives. They oversee internal and external communications, manage media relations, and ensure consistent messaging across all channels. This role often involves crafting press releases, coordinating with stakeholders, and leading a team of communication professionals to enhance the organization's public image.

What is the difference between Communications Lead vs Communications Specialist?

AspectCommunications LeadCommunications Specialist
Required CredentialsBachelor's degree in Communications, Marketing, or related field; experience in leadership rolesBachelor's degree in Communications, Journalism, or related field; entry to mid-level experience
Work EnvironmentLeads teams, manages projects, develops strategiesExecutes communication tasks, creates content, supports campaigns
Employer & Industry UsageUsed across corporate, nonprofit, government sectors for leadership rolesCommon in marketing, PR agencies, corporate communications teams

The Communications Lead typically oversees communication strategies and manages teams, requiring leadership experience. In contrast, the Communications Specialist focuses on executing communication tasks and content creation. Both roles are vital in organizational communication but differ mainly in scope and responsibility.

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Infographic showing various Communications Lead job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 87% Full Time, 10% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 92% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $31,873 per year, or $15.3 per hour.

Market Communications Lead - North America

Hp

Palo Alto, CA • On-site

$147K - $230K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, PTO

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Company rating: 7.8 out of 10

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Job description

Market Communications Lead - North America

Description -

Job Summary

North America is our largest and most critical revenue-generating market, serving as a key driver of global growth, innovation, and brand leadership. The Market Communications Lead (MCL) for North America will play a pivotal role in shaping and executing a bold, integrated communications strategy that strengthens market leadership, amplifies executive voice, and drives measurable business impact.
Reporting to the VP of Global GTM Communications, this role serves as the single point of accountability the integrated comms plan and thought leadership initiatives for the Managing Director. The MCL will partner closely with the Marketing Market Leader (MML) Market Leadership, Corporate Comms, Product & Solutions Comms, and partner agencies to deliver a unified, high-impact narrative across earned, owned, and social channels.


Responsibilities

  • Own and Execute the NA Integrated Communications Strategy.
  • Define and operationalize a comprehensive, cross-functional communications plan aligned to business priorities, growth objectives, and market dynamics.
  • Define and Drive a Differentiated Market Narrative: Shape a compelling, insight-driven story that reinforces market leadership and strengthens brand positioning.
  • Lead Earned Media and Thought Leadership Strategy: Drive a proactive media and executive visibility program to increase share of voice and strengthen reputation.
  • Serve as Single Point of Accountability: Align stakeholders, set priorities, and ensure consistent execution across all communications functions.
  • Orchestrate Cross-Team Execution: Partner Corporate Affairs and the MML to coordinate campaigns, initiatives and strategic moments.
  • Manage Agency Partners and External Amplification: Lead agency relationships to scale storytelling and media engagement.
  • Advise Senior Leadership: Provide strategic counsel on positioning, messaging, and reputation risks/opportunities.
  • Localize and Amplify Global Strategy: Translate global narratives into locally relevant programs.
  • Measure Impact and Optimize Performance: Establish KPIs and refine strategy based on insights.

Education & Experience Recommended
  • Bachelor's degree in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, Marketing, Business, or a related field required
  • 10+ years of experience in communications, ideally within a global B2B technology or major brand
  • Superior executive presence and presentation skills
  • Ability to operate seamlessly between strategy and execution - setting direction while remaining hands-on to drive outcomes
  • Proven ability to lead integrated communications strategies in complex environments
  • Hands-on experience using AI tools to accelerate content creation, optimize messaging, improve productivity and content performance
  • Strong track record in executive positioning and media relations
  • Deep understanding of the North America media landscape
  • Exceptional storytelling and messaging capabilities
  • Ability to influence senior stakeholders
  • Strong program and project management skills
  • Experience managing agencies and budgets
  • Data-driven mindset with experience measuring impact
  • Ability to balance strategy with execution

Preferred Certifications
NA
Cross-Org Skills
Effective Communication/Collaboration
Results Orientation
Learning Agility
Digital Fluency
Customer Centricity
Impact & Scope
Impacts large functions and leads large, cross-division functional teams or projects.
Complexity
Provides highly innovative solutions to complex problems within established policy.
Disclaimer
This job description describes the general nature and level of work performed in this role. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, skills, responsibilities, knowledge, etc. These may be subject to change and additional functions may be assigned as needed by management.

The pay range for this role is $147,050 to $230,850 USD annually with additional
opportunities for pay in the form of bonus and/or equity (applies to United
States of America candidates only). Pay varies by work location, job-related
knowledge, skills, and experience.

Benefits:

HP offers a comprehensive benefits package for this position, including:

* Health insurance
* Dental insurance
* Vision insurance
* Long term/short term disability insurance
* Employee assistance program
* Flexible spending account
* Life insurance
* Generous time off policies, including;
* 4-12 weeks fully paid parental leave based on tenure
* 11 paid holidays
* Additional flexible paid vacation and sick leave (US benefits overview
[https://hpbenefits.ce.alight.com/])


The compensation and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this
posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time,
with or without notice, subject to applicable law.

Job -

Corporate Affairs

Schedule -

Full time

Shift -

No shift premium (United States of America)

Travel -

Not Specified

Relocation -

No

Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO) -

HP, Inc. provides equal employment opportunity to all employees and prospective employees, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, sexual orientation, age, disability, or status as a protected veteran, marital status, familial status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic predisposition or carrier status, uniformed service status, political affiliation or any other characteristic protected by applicable national, federal, state, and local law(s).

Please be assured that you will not be subject to any adverse treatment if you choose to disclose the information requested. This information is provided voluntarily. The information obtained will be kept in strict confidence.

For more information, review HP'sEEO Policy or read about your rights as an applicant under the law here: "Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal"


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HP is a technology company that operates in more than 170 countries around the world united in creating technology that makes life better for everyone, everywhere. From the boardroom to factory floor, we create a culture where everyone is respected and where people can be themselves, while being a part of something bigger than themselves. We celebrate the notion that you can belong at HP and bring your authentic self to work each and every day. When you do that, you're more innovative and that helps grow our bottom line. Our history: HP's commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion - it's just who we are. From the boardroom to factory floor, we create a culture where everyone is respected and where people can be themselves, while being a part of something bigger than themselves. We celebrate the notion that you can belong at HP and bring your authentic self to work each and every day. When you do that, you're more innovative and that helps grow our bottom line.

Industry

It services

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Palo Alto, CA, US

Year founded

1939