Senior Manager, Communications
About The Position
We are seeking a dynamic, strategic, and results-driven leader to partner closely with our team to help execute our enterprise-wide communications strategy. As the Senior Manager of Communications, you will play a critical role in shaping how the world sees Rayonier. Reporting to the Director of Communications, you will help set the communication agenda, amplify our narrative as a leading land resources REIT, and build an inspired connection across our entire organizational footprint. This is your opportunity to drive clear, transparent, and impactful communications that reflect our commitment to sustainable forestry, responsible manufacturing, creating inspirational places, and developing land-based climate solutions.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, Marketing, or a related field.
- 5–8 years of progressive communications experience, preferably within natural resources, forestry, or related industrial sectors.
- Proven ability to identify storytelling opportunities and manage multiple complex communication projects and deadlines effectively.
- Mastery of writing, editing, proofreading, and multimedia storytelling.
- Hands-on experience planning and overseeing photo/video shoots, managing website and newsletter designs, and creating content across digital platforms.
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
- Solid experience in media relations, community engagement, and supporting crisis/issues management.
- Demonstrated success designing internal communications that connect office-based, remote, and field-based teams.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with Adobe InDesign and Photoshop is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Partner closely with the Director of Communications to execute enterprise-wide communication and brand strategies aligned with corporate, sustainability, and investor priorities.
- Support leadership communications, town halls, and internal channels to align and inspire a distributed, multi-location workforce.
- Maintain brand standards and oversee digital content across corporate website, intranet, and social media platforms.
- Draft press releases, handle media inquiries, build industry stakeholder relationships, and monitor public sentiment to mitigate emerging issues.
- Collaborate with business units (Forestry, Real Estate, Legal, Finance) and Investor Relations to ensure unified messaging for company initiatives and events.
- Write, edit, and publish engaging content highlighting Rayonier’s land stewardship, climate solutions, and business achievements across digital, social, and print channels.
- Plan and lead on-site video shoots, photo shoots, and podcast production.
Benefits
- medical
- dental
- vision
- life
- accident
- disability
- identity theft protection
- paid parental and caregiver leave
- health savings account
- dependent care spending account
- employee assistance plan
- wellness reimbursements
- employee discount programs
- annual health screenings
- wellness incentives
- wellness seminars
- financial counseling and planning tools
- 401(k) retirement savings plan includes company matching contributions (60% match on the first 6% of base and bonus deferrals)
- 3% enhanced retirement contribution that does not require an employee contribution
- flexible work schedules
- hybrid work from home options
- minimum of three weeks paid vacation
- five paid personal days
- 11 paid holidays
- paid sick leave
- comprehensive employee development program
- career planning tools and resources
- mentoring program
- leadership development
- training programs
- 80% tuition reimbursement
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
