Sr Manager, Corporate Communications - Portsmouth, NH

Senior Manager, Corporate Communications

Albany International Corp. is seeking a Senior Manager, Corporate Communications. Reporting to the Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO), the Senior Manager will lead corporate communications strategies and initiatives, playing a pivotal role in shaping the company's internal and external messaging across all business segments. This position partners closely with executive leadership, HR, and business segment heads to develop compelling narratives and communication plans that support strategic objectives, engage stakeholders, and enhance the company's reputation. Candidates must demonstrate mastery in communication planning, storytelling, and multi-channel content development, with experience managing communications across diverse platforms and audiences.

The ideal candidate will possess outstanding written and verbal communication skills, a collaborative mindset, and a strong ability to drive alignment in a dynamic, global organization. If you thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment and are excited by the opportunity to elevate brand visibility and employee engagement, this is an excellent opportunity for you.

Albany International Corp. is a global advanced textiles and materials processing company. Our products and technologies help make paper smoother, tissue softer, and aircraft engines and structures lighter. Albany International employs approximately 5,600 people worldwide, trades on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol AIN, and is a component of the Standard & Poor's SmallCap 600 and Russell 2000 Indices. The company has two core businesses: Machine Clothing (MC)-the world's leading producer of custom-designed fabrics and belts essential to production in the paper, nonwovens, and other process industries; and Engineered Composites (EC)-a rapidly growing supplier of highly engineered composite parts for the aerospace industry.

In performing their duties, all employees are expected to embody Albany's core values: Albany wins together, count on each other, own your actions, care about each other, and share your enthusiasm.

• Develop and execute corporate communications strategies to support business goals and promote Albany's brand, culture, and values.
• Serve as the primary communications partner for one or more business segments, collaborating with leaders to craft and deliver effective messaging.
• Lead the creation of executive announcements, press releases, internal newsletters, speeches, and other key corporate communications.
• Manage company news flow and media relations, ensuring messaging is consistent, timely, and aligned with Albany's objectives.
• Drive the planning and execution of employee engagement initiatives, town halls, and leadership communications.
• Collaborate with HR, marketing, investor relations, and other teams to ensure alignment and accuracy in all communications.
• Develop digital content for internal and external channels, including intranet, website, and social media platforms.
• Monitor media coverage, industry trends, and stakeholder sentiment; provide analysis and recommendations to senior leadership.
• Lead crisis communication and change management efforts in partnership with legal and risk teams.
• Continuously challenge and improve communication processes, ensuring best practices and innovation are applied throughout the organization.

• 7-10+ years of corporate communications, public relations, or related experience, ideally in a public company with global operations.
• Exceptional writing, editing, and presentation skills; advanced proficiency in developing content for diverse audiences and formats.
• Deep understanding of communications strategy, reputation management, and media relations.
• Proven ability to partner with business leaders-skilled at influencing, advising, and supporting senior executives.
• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, or related field required; advanced degree a plus.
• Strong attention to detail while maintaining a strategic, big-picture perspective.
• Hands-on experience with content management systems, social media, and digital communication tools.
• Experience managing communications projects and campaigns from concept through execution.
• Ability to analyze communication effectiveness and adapt strategies as needed for optimal impact.

• Location: Portsmouth, NH, full-time in office, 9/80 schedule: Week 1: 9 hours Mon-Thu, 8 hours Friday. Week 2: Work 9 hours Mon-Thu, Friday off
• Compensation: Will be structured to attract and retain the best possible candidate.
• Please Note: Due to the restricted nature of work, only US Citizens and US Persons (permanent residents) will be considered for this role. We are unable to sponsor employment visas (e.g., H-1B visa status) at this time.