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As of Jul 24, 2026, the average yearly pay for sustainability communication in the United States is $122,624.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $120,500.00 and $138,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Sustainability Communication professionals often develop and implement campaigns focused on environmental responsibility, energy efficiency, waste reduction, or corporate social responsibility. Their projects may include creating educational materials, managing internal and external communications, promoting sustainability events, and reporting on progress towards sustainability goals. Collaboration with marketing, public relations, and operational teams is common to ensure messaging aligns with company values and strategies. This role also frequently involves engaging stakeholders such as employees, customers, community partners, and the media to raise awareness and inspire action towards sustainability.

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A Sustainability Communication job focuses on effectively conveying a company's sustainability initiatives, goals, and achievements to stakeholders, including employees, customers, investors, and the public. This role involves creating content, managing reports, and developing communication strategies to enhance transparency and engagement around environmental and social responsibility efforts. Professionals in this field work closely with sustainability and marketing teams to ensure consistent messaging and alignment with the organization's values and objectives.

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Success in Sustainability Communication requires a solid understanding of environmental issues, strong written and verbal communication skills, and typically a degree in communications, environmental science, or a related field. Familiarity with tools like content management systems, social media platforms, and data visualization software, as well as certifications such as GRI Standards or LEED Green Associate, are assets. Creativity, stakeholder engagement, and the ability to distill complex information into accessible messages are essential soft skills. These competencies are crucial for effectively promoting sustainability initiatives, engaging diverse audiences, and advancing organizational goals.

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Infographic showing various Sustainability Communication job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 78% Full Time, 18% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 90% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $122,624 per year, or $59 per hour.
Manager, Sustainability Communications

Manager, Sustainability Communications

Cushman & Wakefield

Chicago, IL • On-site

Full-time

Posted 26 days ago


Cushman & Wakefield rating

7.5

Company rating: 7.5 out of 10

Based on 154 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

83rd of 163 rated real estate companies


Job description

Job Title

Manager, Sustainability Communications

Job Description Summary

Cushman & Wakefield (NYSE: CWK) is a leading global commercial real estate services firm that delivers exceptional value for real estate occupiers and owners. Cushman & Wakefield is among the largest real estate firms with approximately 52,000 employees in nearly 400 offices and 60 countries delivering core services of property, facilities and project management, leasing, capital markets, and valuation and other services. Its Global Corporate Communications team stewards the Cushman & Wakefield brand and supports the firm’s executive leaders and service lines in driving reputation, engagement and value around the world.
Cushman & Wakefield has a responsibility to help create a more sustainable and inclusive future for our people, clients and planet. We prioritize responsible corporate citizenship, reducing our environmental impact and creating an inclusive workplace for all. Our sustainability strategy commits to tangible goals across the following three focus areas: we drive net zero, we accelerate progress and we create positive places.
To help us drive awareness and effect change across our firm, we are seeking a Manager, Sustainability Communications, who will help drive the firm’s Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) internal and external communication strategy. This person will collaborate with global colleagues to develop engaging content that captures progress made toward ESG goals and net-zero targets for the firm’s annual Sustainability Report. The ideal candidate thrives in a collaborative environment, shares new ideas and is flexible. The Manager, Sustainability Communications, is part of the firm’s Corporate Communications function and reports to Cushman & Wakefield’s Director, Corporate Communications, and will work closely with our Global ESG Team.

Job Description

Job Responsibilities

  • Develop and execute ESG-related communications for internal and external audiences, including firmwide milestones, achievements and success stories across multiple channels to advance Cushman & Wakefield’s sustainability goals.
  • Collaborate with the firm’s ESG team and global stakeholders to develop content for the firm’s annual Sustainability Report with heavy emphasis on project management, compelling storytelling, writing, editing and brand alignment.
  • Support the firm’s Chief Sustainability Officer through internal and external communications across multiple channels (i.e., email, intranet stories, press releases, awards opportunities, social media).
  • Serve as a strategic communications advisor to internal stakeholders.
  • Oversee special projects to ensure employees are receiving the right information at the right time.
  • Collaborate with functional teams to ensure alignment and support of core strategies and values.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in communications, journalism or public relations.
  • 5-7 years of experience in internal or corporate communications; specific experience creating content for sustainability-related topics or ESG programs is highly preferred.
  • Proven, comparable experience in the job’s areas of responsibility.
  • Excellent written, interpersonal and storytelling skills.
  • Experience creating content for social media.
  • Strong project management skills with proven ability to balance multiple priorities, stakeholders and timelines.
  • Self-motivated with the ability to take initiative while working well in a group environment.
  • Ability to use sound judgment and demonstrate executive presence when working with senior leaders.

Cushman & Wakefield provides equal employment opportunity. Discrimination of any type will not be tolerated. Cushman & Wakefield is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative​ Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without  regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position at Cushman & Wakefield, please call the ADA line at 1-888-365-5406 or email HRServices@cushwake.com. Please refer to the job title and job location when you contact us.

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