Manager, Corporate Affairs

ATC

. Develop and execute corporate affairs strategies aligned with business goals .

Posted 9/21/2026full-timePewaukee • Wisconsin • United StatesSeniorLead💰 $148,300 - $173,300 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive experience in developing and executing corporate affairs strategies, leading communications teams, and managing media relations. Proven ability to advise senior executives on messaging and stakeholder engagement while enhancing organizational reputation and crisis communication readiness.

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Corporate CommunicationsMedia Relations ExpertiseCrisis CommunicationsStakeholder EngagementTeam Leadership

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Hard Skills

Strategic CommunicationsExecutive MessagingPerformance MeasurementIssues ManagementBudget Oversight

Soft Skills

InfluencingOrganizational StorytellingCommunication EffectivenessTeam Development

Industry Keywords

Public AffairsPublic RelationsCorporate AffairsCommunity RelationsSocial Impact ProgramsUtility IndustryInfrastructureEnergy SectorGovernment Affairs

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop and execute corporate affairs strategies aligned with business goals
Influence executive messaging and organizational storytelling
Strengthen ATC’s reputation with external audiences and community stakeholders
Lead media relations and proactive brand visibility initiatives
Advance corporate giving, sponsorships, and community investment programs
Guide crisis communications planning and response during critical business situations
Lead and develop a communications team
Build an integrated corporate affairs strategy supporting business priorities and reputation goals
Elevate ATC’s visibility and credibility across media, industry, and community audiences
Enhance executive communication effectiveness and messaging consistency
Maximize the impact of corporate giving and sponsorship investments
Strengthen crisis communication readiness and executive response capabilities
Create development opportunities for the team
Implement metrics and reporting demonstrating communications effectiveness and organizational impact

Requirements

What you’ll need

7+ years of progressive experience in corporate communications, public affairs, public relations, corporate affairs, or strategic communications
Experience advising senior executives on messaging, stakeholder engagement, and reputation management
Demonstrated success leading enterprise-level communication strategies
Media relations expertise and experience managing high-profile communications initiatives
Experience leading communications teams and cross-functional projects
Knowledge of crisis communications, issues management, and executive communications
Experience overseeing corporate giving, sponsorships, community relations, or social impact programs
Strong business acumen, including budget oversight and performance measurement
Utility, infrastructure, energy, government affairs, or regulated-industry experience beneficial but preferred rather than required

Benefits

Comp & perks

Annual incentive bonus
Employer-sponsored pension plan
401(k) match
HSA contribution
Life and disability insurance
Health care benefits
Generous time off plans
Flexible work arrangements
Cross-functional opportunities
Skill-building
Coaching
Supportive environment
Comprehensive compensation, benefits, and well-being offerings