Communications Program Manager

Apple Apple · Big Tech · Cupertino, CA · Corporate Functions

This role is for a Communications Program Manager at Apple, focusing on developing and executing strategic communications for internal audiences, employee engagement, and practice group initiatives. The role requires strong stakeholder management, project management, and communication skills to drive engagement, strengthen culture, and deliver business impact. While the role may leverage AI tools, it does not involve building or shipping AI models or systems.

What you'd actually do

  1. Set strategy and manage multiple communication projects simultaneously.
  2. Advise partners on the best communication approach, methods, and tools based on audience and objectives.
  3. Work across teams to align communication solutions with business needs.

Skills

Required

  • strategic communications
  • internal communications
  • employee engagement
  • communication strategy
  • implementation
  • analytics
  • multi-channel campaigns
  • storytelling
  • project management
  • stakeholder management
  • influencing management

Nice to have

  • structured/analytical thinker
  • process improvements
  • change management
  • organizational development
  • employee engagement programs at scale
  • international campaigns
  • communication platforms
  • presentation tools
  • emerging technologies
  • employee satisfaction measurement
  • scalable communication frameworks
  • managing communication professionals
  • cross-functional project teams
  • AI within guidelines to enhance efficiency

What the JD emphasized

  • 10+ years of relevant experience in strategic communications, internal communications, or employee engagement, or Master's degree with 6+ years of experience
  • Experience in communication strategy, implementation, and analytics for professional services, legal, or people-related initiatives
  • Expert communication skills with proven ability to develop and execute multi-channel campaigns (emails, newsletters, websites, presentations, executive briefs) that translate vision into compelling, actionable messaging
  • Proven track record using storytelling to create compelling communications that drive engagement
  • Strong project management skills with ability to create timelines, manage milestones, and drive projects to completion independently or collaboratively
  • Proven ability to lead complex, high-impact communication initiatives and pivot strategies quickly when needed
  • Exceptional judgment in shaping communication methods and evaluation criteria for critical initiatives
  • Analytical mindset to ensure key data are collected, understood and acted upon appropriately
  • Experience interacting with and influencing all levels of management