Delta Air Lines · 4 hours ago
Senior Manager, Purpose Communications
Atlanta, GA
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
8+ years expDelta Air Lines is a leading airline focused on providing a world-class consumer experience. They are seeking a Senior Manager of Purpose Communications to develop and deliver internal and external communications strategies that protect and enhance Delta's reputation while promoting sustainability and diversity initiatives.
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Responsibilities
Developing and delivering internal and external communications strategies and tactics to build and protect Delta's reputation as an airline driven by an innovative, socially minded, and inclusive culture
Providing strategic communications counsel to senior-level stakeholders and partners Working with GM to drive the consistent integration of sustainability, DEI and community engagement messaging, across Delta’s corporate narrative and business narrative
Work collaboratively within the Brand & Consumer team and across Global Communications to develop communications (e.g. news releases, social media posts, multimedia content, employee-facing stories and videos, etc.) that build corporate trust and position Delta as a values-led brand
Proactively seek out and confirm executive thought leadership placements (earned media interviews, speaking engagements, social media posts, internal town halls) that support Delta’s Purpose narrative
Serve as a spokesperson for proactive and reactive activities related to Purpose communications, while developing relationships with key traditional and emerging media
Working with Director and retained agency to develop thought leadership strategy for CSO and CDO to reinforce Delta as a values-led, people-centric and experience-focused premium brand and lead delivery of strategy including securing speaking and media engagements, developing briefs and managing internal and external social platforms
Nurturing collaboration within and across a highly complex matrix team to drive adoption of best-in-class sustainability, DEI and community engagement practices
Working with Director and agency partner to identify the latest trends and educate relevant parties about best corporate policies and communication practices
Constantly incorporating industry perspective into our ideas
Supporting processes and resources (i.e. Key message repository) to ensure consistent Purpose messaging, reflecting employee and customer priorities and issues across Global Comms and Delta
Managing projects expertly to help keep momentum on strategic initiatives involving multiple teams and executives
Qualification
Required
Minimum of 8 years' experience in Corporate Communications, Employee Relations, Public Relations and/or Marketing Communications, including day-to-day relationships with Senior Executives
Ability to move seamlessly between big critical thinking and tactical execution and juggle competing priorities while considering a variety of perspectives and connecting dots throughout the business
Ability to act as strategic counsel to and cultivate constructive relationships with individuals at all levels
Strong issues management experience
Diplomacy, positivity, keen problem-solving, critical thinking, and the ability to receive and deliver constructive criticism
Strategic, solutions-oriented approach and ease working collaboratively across teams
Strong team orientation and relationship-building skills; predisposition to seek and integrate diverse viewpoints
Embraces a diverse set of people, thinking and styles
Honesty, integrity, respectfulness, perseverance, and servant leadership – and the ability to foster these core Delta values and bring out the best in team members
Passion for measurement and analysis to gain results and prioritize work
Excellent verbal and writing capabilities, storytelling expertise in multiple mediums, media relations expertise
Consistently prioritizes safety and security of self, others, and personal data
Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook is essential
Must be performing satisfactorily in present position
Ability to work in office at Atlanta G.O. a minimum of three days per week
Possesses a high school diploma, GED, or high school equivalency
Is at least 18 years of age and has authorization to work in the United States
Preferred
Bachelor's degree in public relations, communications, journalism or related field preferred
Crisis communications or issues management experience
Demonstrated passion in sustainability or ESG, and a working knowledge of key purpose focused leaders, influencers, initiatives
A combination of agency, corporate, and/or consumer communications experience
Experience and expertise in social and traditional media to drive external communications strategy and execution
Benefits
Competitive salary, industry-leading profit sharing program, and performance incentives
401(k) with generous company contributions up to 9%
New hires are eligible for up to 2-weeks of vacation. This is earned for use in the following vacation year (April 1 – March 31)
In addition to vacation, new hires are eligible for up to 56 hours of paid personal time within a 12-month period
10 paid holidays per calendar year
Birthing parents are eligible for 12-weeks of paid maternity/parental leave
Non-birthing parents are eligible for 2-weeks of paid parental leave
Comprehensive health benefits including medical, dental, vision, short/long term disability and life insurance benefits
Family care assistance through fertility support, surrogacy and adoption assistance, lactation support, subsidized back-up care, and programs that help with loved ones in all stages
Holistic Wellbeing programs to support physical, emotional, social, and financial health, including access to an employee assistance program offering support for you and anyone in your household, free financial coaching, and extensive resources supporting mental health
Domestic and International space-available flight privileges for employees and eligible family members
Career development programs to achieve your long-term career goals
World-wide partnerships to engage in community service and innovative goals created to focus on sustainability and reducing our carbon footprint
Business Resource Groups created to connect employees with common interests to promote inclusion, provide perspective and help implement strategies
Recognition rewards and awards through the platform Unstoppable Together
Access to over 500 discounts, specialty savings and voluntary benefits through Deltaperks such as car and hotel rentals and auto, home, and pet insurance, legal services, and childcare
Company
Delta Air Lines
Delta Air Lines is a technical airline company that focuses on safety, innovation, reliability, and customer experience.
10001+ employees
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Funding
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Barclays Bank
2025-09-30Post Ipo Debt
2007-05-03IPO
Leadership Team
Edward Bastian
Chief Executive Officer
Daniel Janki
CFO
Recent News
2026-01-24
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