Senior Communications Manager

Senior Communications Manager | Microsoft Careers Skip to main content Microsoft Careers Careers Careers Search Search jobs Sign in Single PositionView All JobsSenior Communications ManagerUnited States, District of Columbia, Washington D.C.Apply nowAdd to cartFind out how well you match with this jobUpload your resumeJob descriptionCompany and benefitsJob number200044764Date postedJul 22, 2026Work site3 days / week in-officeTravelLess than 25%ProfessionCommunicationsDisciplineCommunicationsRole typeIndividual ContributorEmployment typeFull-TimeOverviewGovernments across the United States are transforming how they serve constituents through the adoption of cloud computing, AI, cybersecurity, and digital modernization initiatives. Microsoft is a trusted technology partner to government organizations at the federal, state, and local levels, helping agencies improve services, strengthen security, empower employees, and deliver mission outcomes.We are seeking a Senior Communications Manager (PR) to support communications for Microsoft's U.S. Government business, with a primary focus on State and Local Government and supplemental support for Federal Government communications. In this role, you will help develop and execute both proactive and reactive communications strategies that showcase how government organizations are using Microsoft's technology to modernize operations, enhance citizen services, improve public safety, and accelerate innovation.You will work closely with communications, marketing, sales, policy, legal, and business leaders to develop narratives and execute strategic communication campaigns that highlight customer success, technology innovation, trust and security, and Microsoft's commitment to serving the public sector. Success in this role requires strong storytelling skills, sound judgment, media relations expertise, and the ability to navigate a complex stakeholder environment, while communicating the positive impact technology can have on government mission outcomes.This role offers a unique opportunity to shape the narrative around Microsoft's work with government customers and partners during a period of significant investment in AI and digital transformation across the public sector.Microsoft’s mission is to empower every person and every organization on the planet to achieve more. As employees we come together with a growth mindset, innovate to empower others, and collaborate to realize our shared goals. Each day we build on our values of respect, integrity, and accountability to create a culture of inclusion where everyone can thrive at work and beyond.      In alignment with our Microsoft values, we are committed to cultivating an inclusive work environment for all employees to positively impact our culture every day.      ResponsibilitiesDevelop and execute communication strategies that support Microsoft's U.S. Government business, with a primary focus on State and Local Government customers.Identify, cultivate, and amplify customer success stories that demonstrate the impact of Microsoft technologies across government organizations.Lead proactive media relations efforts, including story development, pitching, executive thought leadership, customer evidence, and strategic communications campaigns.Manage reactive communications opportunities and issues, including media inquiries, breaking news, customer developments, and reputational matters.Drive storytelling through earned, owned, and shared communications channels, including executive platforms, blogs, case studies, social content, and customer stories.Partner closely with sales, marketing, customer success, government affairs, legal, and product teams to align communications strategies with business priorities.Support strategic announcements involving government customers, partners, contracts, programs, and initiatives.Help identify, assess...