About the Role

We are seeking a Senior Manager of People Communications to join our team. In this role, you'll shape and deliver communications that elevate how we grow our people, and create a culture of belonging at Apple. You'll partner with leaders across Talent Development, Inclusion & Diversity and Recruiting to bring strategies to life through clear, inspiring communications that engage employees and build on our inclusive culture.

As part of the Corporate Communications organization, this role will lead a team of multidisciplinary internal communicators who support key People priorities and processes. The People team is leading the way for how we care for, connect, and develop our team members around the world. This role will craft and lead thoughtful editorial strategies to help equip leaders with not just the information to do their job, but the inspiration to help every team member thrive.

Responsibilities

• Produce editorially aligned content, across digital channels, leader toolkits, and campaigns.
• Synthesize complex strategies into simple, resonant messages tailored for different employee audiences.
• Measure and analyze impact, using insights to refine communications and engagement approaches.
• Shape and deliver communication strategies that amplify and deliver on cross functional initiatives.
• Partner with HR and business leaders to craft communications plans that help develop and inspire talent across the company.
• Build, develop, and support a team of communicators.
• Counsel leaders on tone, message, and approach—helping them inspire and connect with their teams.

Minimum Qualifications

• 10+ years of communications experience, ideally within HR/People teams (Recruiting, Talent Development, or Inclusion & Diversity emphasis preferred).
• 4+ years in a leadership role.
• Exceptional writing and storytelling skills, with the ability to turn complex strategies into clear, engaging, and inspiring messages.

Preferred Qualifications

• Proven success leading integrated communication strategies and campaigns across multiple channels (digital, live, leader toolkits).
• Strong stakeholder management and influence skills, with the ability to align diverse partners and senior leaders around a common vision.
• Global mindset and cultural awareness, with demonstrated ability to adapt for different audiences and regions.
• Ability to develop and execute strategic communication plans that drive awareness, adoption, and engagement.
• Track record of leading projects that intersect across leadership and people priorities.
• Appreciation for detail, brand consistency, and creativity.
• Expertise in using digital publishing platforms, collaboration tools, and analytics to measure impact.
• Resilient under pressure, with excellent prioritization and organizational skills.
• BA/BS degree in Communications, Marketing, Public Relations, HR, or related field preferred.

Equal Opportunity

Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We seek to promote equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. Learn more about your EEO rights as an applicant.