Communications Manager

Company Overview

​At Motorola Solutions, we believe that everything starts with our people. We’re a global close-knit community, united by the relentless pursuit to help keep people safer everywhere. Our critical communications, video security and command center technologies support public safety agencies and enterprises alike, enabling the coordination that’s critical for safer communities, safer schools, safer hospitals and safer businesses. Connect with a career that matters, and help us build a safer future.

Department OverviewThe global communications team is the voice of Motorola Solutions, bringing to life the company’s rich history in innovation and commitment to helping keep communities and businesses safe, productive and thriving. Our customers are everyday heroes – from police officers and firefighters to utility workers and educators – and we proudly tell their stories through thoughtful campaigns that span media, thought leadership, employee engagement and other stakeholder communications.
Job Description

This is an opportunity for an experienced communications manager to join Motorola Solutions’ Global Communications & Media team in a cross-functional role supporting product and corporate communications, reputation management and special projects. The right candidate excels in gathering facts and insights, evaluating outcomes and recommending a course of action. They are comfortable navigating complex situations and adapting as events evolve. An impeccable project manager and skilled writer, they are capable of building and managing a communications plan from start to finish with only high-level direction and oversight. The position reports to the head of the Global Communications & Media team and is highly visible across the organization.

Scope of responsibilities:

• Serves as a strategic partner to sales, product, government affairs, legal, and other functions on a variety of critical matters, including issues and litigation

• Develops situation-based communications plans to safeguard corporate reputation

• Writes thoughtful, well-structured internal and external content

• Confidently manages interactions with the media in proactive and reactive situations

• Consumes a wide range of news on topics of interest to the company - from data privacy and cybersecurity to geopolitical developments - to help counsel and inform communications strategies

• Exercises sound judgement and discretion

Specific knowledge and skills:

• Bachelor's degree

• 6+ years of communications, PR, and/or media experience

• Strategic thinker who can navigate a network, gather information, and translate complexity into clear, concise recommendations, media strategies, and messaging

• Detailed project manager who can lead complex workstreams with cross-functional contributors, meet tight deadlines, and easily adjust as circumstances change

• Polished and proven counselor who questions in a constructive way, exhibits strong judgment, and exerts influence across all levels of the organization

• Outstanding storyteller with impeccable writing, editing, and proofreading skills

• Self-starter and motivator who consistently drives results

Target Base Salary Range: $72,700 - $145,400 USD

Consistent with Motorola Solutions values and applicable law, we provide the following information to promote pay transparency and equity. Pay within this range varies and depends on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The actual offer will be based on the individual candidate.

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Basic Requirements

• Bachelor's degree

• 6+ years of communications, public relations, and/or media experience

Travel RequirementsUnder 10%
Relocation ProvidedNone
Position TypeExperienced
Referral Payment PlanNo

Our U.S. Benefits include:

• Incentive Bonus Plans
• Medical, Dental, Vision benefits
• 401K with Company Match
• 10 Paid Holidays
• Generous Paid Time Off Packages
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Paid Parental & Family Leave
• and more!

EEO Statement

Motorola Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other legally-protected characteristic. 

We are proud of our people-first and community-focused culture, empowering every Motorolan to be their most authentic self and to do their best work to deliver on the promise of a safer world. If you’d like to join our team but feel that you don’t quite meet all of the preferred skills, we’d still love to hear why you think you’d be a great addition to our team.

We’re committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruiting experience for candidates with disabilities, or other physical or mental health conditions. To request an accommodation, please email [email protected].