Corporate Communications Manager

Fortrea

. Develop and execute communication plans supporting business unit priorities, employee engagement, operational updates, and leadership visibility.

Posted 9/15/2026full-timeRemote • North Carolina • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $90,000 - $125,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in developing and executing communication plans, managing multiple projects, and producing clear, audience-focused content. Proficient in utilizing Microsoft 365 tools and AI technologies to enhance communication effectiveness while adhering to organizational standards.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Bachelor’s Degree In CommunicationsStrong Writing And Editing SkillsExperience In Corporate CommunicationsAbility To Manage Multiple ProjectsFamiliarity With AI Tools

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Hard Skills

Message DevelopmentContent PlanningProofreadingCommunication AnalyticsIntranet PublishingNewsletter ProductionPresentation DevelopmentVideo ProductionContent MeasurementChange Communications

Soft Skills

Strong Interpersonal SkillsAttention To DetailAbility To Build Relationships

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft 365Employee Communication Platforms

Industry Keywords

Corporate CommunicationsInternal CommunicationsPublic RelationsMarketing CommunicationsHealth CareLife SciencesClinical ResearchPharmaceutical ServicesRegulated Global Business EnvironmentEmployee Engagement Programs

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop and execute communication plans supporting business unit priorities, employee engagement, operational updates, and leadership visibility.
Partner with business unit leaders and subject matter experts to understand communication needs, recommend approaches, and deliver accurate, timely content.
Write, edit, and coordinate employee announcements, leader messages, talking points, newsletter content, intranet articles, presentations, video scripts, and Q&A materials.
Translate complex business, operational, and functional information into clear, concise, audience-focused communications.
Coordinate reviews, approvals, distribution timing, and channel execution with Corporate Communications, HR, Legal, and business stakeholders.
Maintain business unit communication calendars, editorial plans, distribution lists, and message tracking.
Gather feedback, review engagement data, and recommend improvements to content and channels.
Apply Fortrea’s voice, tone, brand standards, and editorial guidelines.
Handle sensitive or confidential information with discretion and escalate issues appropriately.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Travel up to 10% domestically or internationally; occasional drives to site locations.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in communications, public relations, journalism, English, marketing, business, or a related field.
Fortrea may consider relevant and equivalent experience and successful project outcomes in lieu of educational requirements.
Strong writing, editing, proofreading, message development, and content planning skills.
Ability to manage multiple projects, deadlines, approvals, and stakeholder inputs with strong attention to detail.
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build productive working relationships with business partners and communication colleagues.
Experience using Microsoft 365 tools, intranet or employee communication platforms, and basic communication analytics.
Familiarity with AI tools and the ability to use them effectively to enhance productivity and development of communication materials, while exercising sound judgement, ensuring accuracy and adhering to organizational standards.
English fluency required; additional language proficiency is beneficial for global stakeholder engagement.
Minimum of 5 years of experience in corporate communications, internal communications, employee communications, public relations, marketing communications, or related communication roles.
Experience partnering with business leaders or functional teams to develop communication plans and employee-facing content.
Experience managing multiple communication projects, deadlines, and review processes at the same time.
Preferred: experience in health care, life sciences, clinical research, pharmaceutical services, or a regulated global business environment.
Preferred: experience supporting business unit communications, change communications, employee engagement programs, or leadership visibility initiatives.
Preferred: experience with intranet publishing, newsletter production, town hall support, presentation development, video production or content measurement.
Demonstrated ability to simplify complex topics and produce polished communications for global employee audiences.
Regular and consistent attendance.
Varied hours may be required.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
STD/LTD
401(K)
ESPP
Paid time off (PTO) or Flexible time off (FTO)
Company bonus where applicable
Comprehensive benefits for eligible regular, full-time or part-time employees working 20 or more hours per week