Communications Manager

The Role:  The Communications Manager is responsible for shaping, executing, and elevating YA’s internal and external communications strategy. This role leads internal and external communications, corporate messaging, and media relations that strengthen YA’s brand and support its continued growth.     In This Role, You Will:  Internal Communications  Develop and lead a comprehensive internal communications strategy that supports key initiatives, strengthens organizational alignment, and enhances employee engagement  Create and deliver firmwide communications, including executive messaging, company announcements, and the bi-weekly employee newsletter  Plan and execute quarterly firmwide meetings, partnering with executive leadership to shape content, develop presentations, and manage logistics for a large virtual audience  Support change management initiatives through clear, effective, and timely communication  Partner cross-functionally and with leadership to ensure messaging is aligned, consistent, and impactful  External Communications  Lead external communications efforts, including press releases, media outreach, and responses to media inquiries  Support merger and acquisition communications, including internal announcements, client messaging, and external press materials  Partner with subject matter experts to develop and elevate thought leadership content such as articles, white papers, and speaking engagements  Monitor media coverage, industry trends, and competitive positioning to inform communication strategies  Brand & Communication Excellence  Maintain a clear and consistent brand voice across all communication channels  Ensure all communications reflect company values, culture, and commitment to excellence  Take on additional projects and responsibilities as needed  What You Bring:  Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Marketing, or a related field  5–8 years of experience in corporate communications, public relations, or a similar role; professional services or engineering industry experience preferred  Exceptional writing, editing, and storytelling skills, with the ability to tailor messaging to diverse audiences (AP Style proficiency preferred)  Experience managing internal communications, executive messaging, and change management initiatives  Experience supporting communications for mergers and acquisitions  Demonstrated success developing and executing media relations strategies  Familiarity with thought leadership development and collaborating with subject matter experts  Proficiency with Microsoft 365 tools, particularly PowerPoint, Word, and Teams  Working knowledge of PR and media platforms such as Cision, Meltwater, or PRNewswire  Strong discretion in handling sensitive or confidential information  Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment with multiple stakeholders  Strong project management skills with a track record of delivering high-quality work on deadline  Who We Are:  YA Group is an international professional services organization providing forensic consulting, engineering, risk mitigation, and related services. Founded over 25 years ago as a property damage consulting firm, YA has expanded through organic growth and strategic acquisitions. Today, YA has over 800 professionals dedicated to excellence, partnership, and driving innovation.   What We Offer:  Employee-focused culture  Strong commitment to work-life balance  Remote work  Flexible vacation & Paid holidays  Paid family care/sick leave  Parental leave  Medical, Dental, Vision + more  401k w/match  Career growth  Competitive salaries  Fraudulent Recruitment Alert:  Please be vigilant against fraudulent recruitment attempts. YA will never ask for personal financial information (such as bank account numbers or identification numbers) via social media or chat-based apps. We also will not request money for the purchase of business equipment or conduct interviews solely via text message.  All official email communications regarding your application will come from [email protected] or directly from a member of our talent team using an @yagroup.com domain name.  If you suspect any fraudulent activity, please contact us directly at [email protected].