Communication Manager L1

We are the leading provider of professional services to the middle market globally, our purpose is to instill confidence in a world of change, empowering our clients and people to realize their full potential. Our exceptional people are the key to our unrivaled, inclusive culture and talent experience and our ability to be compelling to our clients. You'll find an environment that inspires and empowers you to thrive both personally and professionally. There's no one like you and that's why there's nowhere like RSM.

The Communications Manager will lead integrated communication and marketing strategies in India to elevate RSM's brand, strengthen talent experience and drive impactful storytelling across internal and external channels. This role also oversees the Communication Acceleration Center (CAC), building a high-performing team, streamlining delivery and ensuring scalable, high-quality execution. The ideal candidate combines strategic communications and marketing expertise with strong leadership and operational excellence to deliver measurable results aligned with global priorities.

India communication and marketing
- 50%

• Lead integrated communication and marketing strategies for internal and external audiences, strengthening the talent experience and RSM's employer brand in India, aligned with firm priorities and brand voice.
• Inspire, inform and engage our people while reinforcing RSM's strategy, culture and leadership visibility.
• Build corporate reputation through powerful brand storytelling, recruitment marketing and PR.
• Drive localized plans and content across channels, ensuring brand consistency and impact.
• Use data-driven insights to optimize messaging, channel performance and campaign effectiveness.

Communication acceleration center (CAC)
- 35%

• Oversee India-based CAC operations, ensuring seamless alignment, delivery excellence and measurable impact.
• Lead hiring, onboarding, resourcing and development for a high-performing communication team.
• Manage workflows, timelines and quality standards; introduce process improvements for scalability.
• Apply analytics and feedback to refine strategies, elevate quality and boost efficiency.
• Foster a high-performance, collaborative culture rooted in feedback, mentorship and global best practices.

10%

• Use metrics and assessments to enhance practices, productivity and results.
• Leverage technology/AI and insights to strengthen processes and outcomes.

5%

• Act as a trusted communication advisor to India and enterprise leaders.
• Build strong partnerships across teams, enabling alignment and effective execution.

EDUCATION/CERTIFICATIONS
(REQUIRED OR PREFERRED)

• Bachelor's degree in communications, marketing or a related field. Master's degree preferred.

*TECHNICAL/SOFT SKILLS
(REQUIRED OR PREFERRED)
Requires:*

• Strong attention to detail with exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to adapt messaging for diverse audiences and channels.
• Proven track record of sound judgment in managing communications for internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to work with urgency, agility, and a solutions-focused mindset.
• Strong interpersonal skills to collaborate, influence, and build trust across teams and geographies.
• Ability to lead a team and foster a culture of continue learning and excellence.

*EXPERIENCE
(MUST NOTE REQUIRED OR PREFERRED)
Requires:*

• 8-10+ years of progressive experience in communications or marketing roles.
• Demonstrated success in developing and executing integrated communications/marketing strategies for a global or matrixed organization.
• Prior experience managing and scaling high-performing teams, with operations oversight.
• Strong expertise in brand positioning, storytelling, and engagement strategies.
• Excellent stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence at all levels.
• Proficiency in AI tools, digital communication platforms, and reporting/dashboard tools.
• Data-driven approach with experience using metrics and insights to improve communication impact.

Requires:
LEADERSHIP SKILLS

• Ability to work independently while maintaining a professional and collaborative demeanor.
• Skilled at managing and prioritizing multiple projects and competing deadlines.
• Strong organizational, time management, and decision-making skills.
• Committed to fostering a culture of performance, quality, and continuous improvement.

At RSM, we offer a competitive benefits and compensation package for all our people. We offer flexibility in your schedule, empowering you to balance life's demands, while also maintaining your ability to serve clients. Learn more about our total rewards at

RSM does not tolerate discrimination and/or harassment based on race; colour; creed; sincerely held religious beliefs, practices or observances; sex (including pregnancy or disabilities related to nursing); gender (including gender identity and/or gender expression); sexual orientation; HIV Status; national origin; ancestry; familial or marital status; age; physical or mental disability; citizenship; political affiliation; medical condition (including family and medical leave); domestic violence victim status; past, current or prospective service in the Indian Armed Forces; Indian Armed Forces Veterans, and Indian Armed Forces Personnel status; pre-disposing genetic characteristics or any other characteristic protected under applicable provincial employment legislation.

Accommodation for applicants with disabilities is available upon request in connection with the recruitment process and/or employment/partnership. RSM is committed to providing equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for people with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete an application, interview, or otherwise participate in the recruiting process, please send us an email