Communications Manager (Public Relations)
Apply NowCompany: Microsoft
Location: Redmond, WA 98052
Description:
In this era of AI, t he world is changing rapidly, and businesses of all sizes are betting on Microsoft as their trusted partner to help them adapt to new ways of work, accelerate innovation and create new opportunities for growth. A t the center are Microsoft partners , who are at the forefront of how we deliver cloud and AI technologies that enable business transformation for customers at scale . This intersection presents an exciting opportunity to join our team and guide partner communications at Microsoft.
We're looking for a n ambitious Communications Manager (PR) to drive stories that showcase the importance, impact and breadth of Microsoft's partner ecosystem. In this role, you'll manage the communication and public relations activities in support of our partner announcements, partner programs, partner events, and key moments. Your work will target a range of influencers in tech, business and channel publications .
T his role offers a unique opportunity to help shape the narrative around Microsoft's partner ecosystem , from Independent Software Vendors to Cloud Service s Providers and System Integrators . We are looking for a creative , collaborative and energetic team member who wants to work on this exciting area of the business. If you are a well-rounded communications professional with a passion for telling stories about busine ss strategy , technology and the opportunities they create for partners, then we want to talk with you.
Microsoft's mission is to empower every person and every organization on the planet to achieve more. As employees we come together with a growth mindset, innovate to empower others and collaborate to realize our shared goals. Each day we build on our values of respect, integrity, and accountability to create a culture of inclusion where everyone can thrive at work and beyond.
Responsibilities:
Qualifications:
Required/Minimum Qualifications
Certain roles may be eligible for benefits and other compensation. Find additional benefits and pay information here: https://careers.microsoft.com/us/en/us-corporate-pay
Microsoft will accept applications for the role until March 21, 2025.
Microsoft is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please send a request via the Accommodation request form .
Benefits/perks listed below may vary depending on the nature of your employment with Microsoft and the country where you work.
We're looking for a n ambitious Communications Manager (PR) to drive stories that showcase the importance, impact and breadth of Microsoft's partner ecosystem. In this role, you'll manage the communication and public relations activities in support of our partner announcements, partner programs, partner events, and key moments. Your work will target a range of influencers in tech, business and channel publications .
T his role offers a unique opportunity to help shape the narrative around Microsoft's partner ecosystem , from Independent Software Vendors to Cloud Service s Providers and System Integrators . We are looking for a creative , collaborative and energetic team member who wants to work on this exciting area of the business. If you are a well-rounded communications professional with a passion for telling stories about busine ss strategy , technology and the opportunities they create for partners, then we want to talk with you.
Microsoft's mission is to empower every person and every organization on the planet to achieve more. As employees we come together with a growth mindset, innovate to empower others and collaborate to realize our shared goals. Each day we build on our values of respect, integrity, and accountability to create a culture of inclusion where everyone can thrive at work and beyond.
Responsibilities:
- Lead and c ontribute to storytelling efforts in both earned and owned media that highlight Microsoft's partner ecosystem .
- Work with Microsoft partners on announcements for new partnerships, strategic deals and new initiativ es.
- Drive communication s programs for top-tier partner events, such as Microsoft Inspire and our annual State of the Partner Ecosyste m.
- Manage Microsoft's Third-Party Partner Press Release program .
- Provide media relations support for Microsoft executives in press interviews.
- Be an integral part of the C loud Communications team, collaborating across shared goals, projects and activities.
- Embody our culture and values.
Qualifications:
Required/Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in Pub lic Relations , Journalism Marketing, Communications, or related field AND 3+ years public relations, journalism, communications, marketing, or related work experience
- OR equivalent experience.
- Excellent communications, writing, and project management skills.
- Experience in storytelling, technology PR, agency management, and media relations.
- Bachelor's Degree in Pub lic Relations , Journalism Marketing, Communications, or related field AND 5+ years public relations, journalism, communications, marketing, or related work experience
- OR Master's Degree in Pub lic Relations , Journalism Marketing, Communications, or related field AND 2+ public relations, journalism, communications, marketing, or related experience
- OR equivalent experience.
- Experience in cross-group collaboration, is a self-starter, and has a confident presence with executives and partners.
- Ability to successfully navigate a multi-faceted stakeholder and business partner landscape and develop tight collaboration across other communications teams both inside and outside the company.
- Ability to be nimble, flexible and adaptable to changing partner and stakeholder dynamics.
Certain roles may be eligible for benefits and other compensation. Find additional benefits and pay information here: https://careers.microsoft.com/us/en/us-corporate-pay
Microsoft will accept applications for the role until March 21, 2025.
Microsoft is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please send a request via the Accommodation request form .
Benefits/perks listed below may vary depending on the nature of your employment with Microsoft and the country where you work.