Senior Corporate Affairs and Communication Advisor

TransUnion

. Lead issues management and crisis communications efforts .

Posted 11/3/2026full-timeUnited StatesSenior💰 $126,700 - $190,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in corporate issues management and crisis communications, with a strong ability to develop and execute effective communication strategies that address complex business and regulatory challenges. Proven track record in building relationships with media and stakeholders to enhance organizational reputation.

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Corporate Issues ManagementCrisis CommunicationsMedia Strategy DevelopmentExceptional Communication SkillsStakeholder Engagement

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Hard Skills

Communications PlanningReputation ManagementNarrative DevelopmentMedia MonitoringProject Leadership

Soft Skills

DiplomacyRelationship BuildingConsultative WorkingProblem SolvingAdaptability

Industry Keywords

U.S. Government RelationsPolicy-Related CommunicationsRegulatory BodiesHigh-Impact Reputational ChallengesAgency Collaboration

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead issues management and crisis communications efforts
Help the organization anticipate, coordinate, and respond to reputation-affecting matters
Partner across a highly matrixed organization to develop communications plans
Engage internal stakeholders and media
Improve processes for managing complex and time-sensitive issues
Support U.S. issues management and crisis communications
Develop and execute internal and external communications responses affecting the U.S. business
Monitor and evaluate risks proactively to strengthen issues preparedness
Develop communications and media strategies translating complex business, policy, and regulatory issues into compelling narratives
Support the U.S. Government Relations team with communications plans, messaging, and related materials
Build relationships with key reporters
Handle pitches, inquiry responses, background briefings, spokesperson training, and media monitoring
Collaborate with agency and in-house creative partners on plans and deliverables
Work with industry peers, trade associations, research partners, and other third parties on communications campaigns and deliverables
Report to the Director of Corporate Affairs and Communications

Requirements

What you’ll need

7+ years of relevant progressive experience, preferably in corporate or PR agency settings
Bachelor’s degree
Expertise in corporate issues management
Track record of leading successful communications responses to high-impact reputational challenges
Exceptional communication skills, including writing, pitching, and translating complex issues content into clear and impactful narratives
Experience developing media strategies and cultivating reporter/influencer relationships
Background in policy-related communications in or aimed at U.S. legislative and regulatory bodies, or a desire to learn
Ability to lead projects independently, navigate ambiguity, and implement practical solutions
Diplomacy and ability to form effective, consultative working relationships with internal and external stakeholders
Must be authorized to work in the United States full-time without employer support or sponsorship now or in the future

Benefits

Comp & perks

Day-one eligibility for medical, dental, and vision coverage
Supplemental plan options
Spousal, domestic partner, and eligible dependent coverage on select plans
Tax-advantaged HSA and FSA accounts
Company-paid basic life and AD&D insurance
Optional voluntary life and AD&D insurance
Short- and long-term disability coverage
Optional legal plan
Pet insurance
Travel accident coverage
Adoption assistance
Fertility planning coverage
Caregiver support
Dependent Care FSA with possibility of an employer match
Complimentary Care@Work membership
Up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave with gradual return
401(k) with employer match
Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
Financial wellness resources
Career coaching
Optional long-term care insurance
Tuition reimbursement
Flexible time off for exempt employees or paid time off for nonexempt employees
Up to 12 paid holidays per year
Commuter benefits
Employee discounts
Charitable gift matching
Paid volunteer time off
Corporate volunteer events
24/7 support including professional therapy, coaching, and emotional well-being programs
Guided meditation
Physical, mental, social, and financial wellness resources
Eligible regular full-time non-sales positions may participate in the annual bonus plan
Certain positions may be eligible for long-term incentives and other payments