Communications Operations Manager

TalentBurst, Inc.

South San Francisco, CA

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$54–$58.84 Per Hour
SKILLS
Calendar Management, Communication Skills, Continuous Improvement, Cross-Functional, Detail Oriented, Documentation, Event Management, Google Apps, Graphic Design, Interpersonal Skills, Knowledge Management, Leadership, Logistics, Multitasking, Operational Communications, Operations Management, Organizational Skills, Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), Team Lead/Manager, Team Player, Time Management
LOCATION
South San Francisco, CA
POSTED
3 days ago
Communications Operations Manager
South San Francisco, CA
12 Months
Working Model: Hybrid (Wed is an anchor day, events will require in office work as well, the other two days for on-site work are negotiable)

Working days: Mondays through Fridays
Working hours : Standard 8 hour shift (there may be occasions that an early morning start to meet with a team member in Basel)
Interview Format : Two Rounds - Virtual (1. Reporting Manager [30 minutes], 2. Panel [60 minutes])

At client, we believe that how we communicate is as important as what we communicate. We're looking for a Communications Operations Manager to help power a high-performing team of Communications Business Partners, ensuring the right work happens at the right time, seamlessly.
This is a hands-on, mid-level contract role for someone who thrives on bringing structure to complexity, enjoys enabling others to do their best work, and takes pride in operational excellence. You'll play a central role in keeping the team connected, organized, and running efficiently across a range of internal communications activities.

What You'll Do
  • Drive seamless team operations:
  • Manage the day-to-day coordination of a team of seven Communications Business Partners, ensuring priorities, timelines, and deliverables stay on track.
  • Lead event and engagement logistics:
  • Plan and execute logistics for internal engagement activities such as town halls, leader office hours, coffee chats, and functional events, partnering closely with administrative professionals and events teams as needed.
  • Own calendar and coordination rhythms:
  • Maintain and optimize team calendars, aligning key milestones, leadership engagements, and communications moments. Anticipate conflicts and proactively solve for them.
  • Manage team channels and mailboxes:
  • Oversee shared mailboxes and communication channels, triaging requests and ensuring timely, thoughtful responses or escalation.
  • Build and scale ways of working:
  • Create, organize, and continuously improve SOPs, templates, and documentation that enable consistency and efficiency across the team. Establish and maintain clear norms for team knowledge management, including structuring and managing shared drives and ensuring information is easy to find, use, and keep up to date.
  • Strengthen cross-functional coordination:
  • Partner closely with communications colleagues and stakeholders across the organization - including administrative professionals, events management, and other operational teams - to deliver a seamless experience.
  • Identify and implement improvements:
  • Spot opportunities to simplify processes, reduce friction, and enhance how the team operates.

Who You Are
  • 5 - 8 years of experience in corporate operations, administration, coordination, or similar roles
  • Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and keep complex workstreams organized
  • Strong attention to detail with a proactive, solutions-oriented mindset
  • Comfortable working in a fast-paced, highly collaborative environment
  • Skilled at building relationships and working across teams and functions
  • Clear, professional communicator with strong interpersonal skills
  • Experience supporting internal communications teams is highly desirable
  • Graphic design skills a plus
  • Tools & Ways of Working
  • Proficient in Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Slides, Calendar, Gmail) and comfortable navigating a range of collaboration and productivity tools (eg. Monday.com)
  • Able to quickly learn and adapt to new platforms and systems

Why This Role
This is an opportunity to step into a central, highly visible role where your work directly enables a team delivering critical communications across the organization. If you're someone who enjoys creating clarity, bringing order to complexity, and making things run better - you'll thrive here.


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Why TalentBurst?
At TalentBurst, we deliver more than talent, we deliver outcomes. We partner with you to move quickly and connect you to opportunities aligned with your skills and long term growth.

Backed by precision, transparency, and results, we connect top talent with leading organizations through trusted partnerships.

We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and retirement options.

TalentBurst is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive and diverse workforce.

About the Company

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TalentBurst, Inc.

For over 20 years, TalentBurst Inc. has been an award-winning provider of cutting-edge Workforce Management Solutions. With a strong commitment to staying ahead in the tech landscape, we pioneer innovative approaches to talent acquisition. Our expertise spans Life Sciences, and Healthcare Staffing, Banking, Financial, IT, and Engineering, as well as Global Employer of Record (EOR), Agent of Record (AOR), State, Local Government and Education (SLED), and IC validation/compliance services. Additionally, our division, TalentProcure, leads the industry with offerings such as High Hazard Payroll, Managed Services, and Vendor on Premise (VOP) solutions.

Due to our prioritization of excellent standards, we are Joint Commission Certified and are a certified Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) in the USA and Canada. Supporting over 130 Fortune 500 companies globally, we excel in navigating the landscape of talent acquisition. In a world of constant change, we embrace developing people-centric solutions that address the unique demands of our clients. Stay connected by visiting our website and following us on social media!

 

COMPANY SIZE
5,000 to 9,999 employees
INDUSTRY
Staffing/Employment Agencies
FOUNDED
2002
WEBSITE
http://www.talentburst.com/