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- JR-164341
- Hybrid
- Toronto
- Redwood City
- Dallas
- Marketing and Communications
- Full time
Who are we?
Equinix is the world’s digital infrastructure company®, shortening the path to connectivity to enable the innovations that enrich our work, life and planet.
A place where bold ideas are welcomed, human connection is valued, and everyone has the opportunity to shape their future. A career at Equinix means being at the center of shaping what comes next and amplifying customer value through innovation and impact. You’ll work across teams, influence key decisions, and help shape the path forward. You’ll find belonging, purpose, and a team that welcomes you—because when you feel valued, you’re empowered to do your best work.
Job Summary
The Communications Manager, Equinix Foundation is a global storyteller, communicator, and brand steward who leads Foundation communications and sources community stories to meet the mutual goals of the Foundation, Corporate Communications and Public Affairs teams globally. You will develop and champion a brand-level impact narrative and elevate the Foundation’s voice in priority communities to support Equinix brand visibility around the world and at a local level.
This role is responsible for aligning all Foundation communications with the broader Equinix brand narrative, advancing our thought leadership, and deepening community trust through meaningful, human-centric, and authentic storytelling.
This role reports into Equinix Corporate Reputation & Public Affairs team and collaborates extensively with the Foundation team and across Equinix’s Global Marketing, Brand, Sustainability, Employee and Regional Communications, and country teams.
Responsibilities
Global, Brand-Aligned Communications:
- Develop and lead a global Foundation communications strategy that reflects Equinix’s Community Principles, brand values and narrative—community trust, sustainability, workforce development, and digital inclusion
- Serve as the Foundation’s brand guardian and steward, reinforcing and driving message alignment across all regions and channels, internally and externally
- Ensure global consistency balanced with local relevance, while adapting communications to cultural, geographic, and linguistic contexts
Thought Leadership & Strategic Influence:
- Help shape a global thought leadership platform focused on speaking, bylines, and awards around digital inclusion, workforce development, and community resilience
- Support Exec Comms to develop executive platforms for Foundation Board Members and other executives and help shape RFPs, talking points and content for global forums, conferences, and internal forums
- Help to create messaging around programs like Pathways to Tech as examples of Equinix’s leadership in creating future-ready talent pipelines and WeGive as ways we are addressing the needs of our local communities to advance digital inclusion for all
Story Mining and Storytelling Across Cultures & Regions:
- Partner with community affairs and regional teams to build a global pipeline of community stories from nonprofit partners, grantees, and Equinix employees; share with comms partners to include in internal and external communications content and channels
- Produce human-centered content that reflects diverse communities and amplifies voices traditionally underrepresented in the digital economy
- Lead storytelling for global programs (e.g., Pathways to Tech) and critical moments (Company Meeting), highlighting outcomes, human impact, and shared value with partners
LinkedIn Showcase Page Leadership:
- Launch, manage, and grow the Equinix Foundation LinkedIn Showcase Page—owning content strategy, publishing, and analytics
- Engage global audiences and highlight impact across countries, cultures, and nonprofit ecosystems
- Collaborate with social media, brand, and digital teams to ensure best practices and maximize visibility
Cross-Functional Collaboration:
- Build strong relationships with Equinix teams across Marketing, Brand, Sustainability, Employee Communications, Global Operations, E-Staff, and regional leaders
- Align Foundation messaging with regional business priorities and global communication campaigns
- Partner with PR and Public Affairs to ensure community impact stories are represented across Equinix’s major channels, media and moments
Impact Reporting & Data-Led Storytelling:
- Convert program data and Foundation impact into accessible communications for reports, dashboards, and shareholder-facing materials
- Partner with nonprofit organizations to gather accurate global impact insights and co-create stories with dignity and integrity
Qualifications
Who You Are
- A globally minded communicator who thrives in multicultural environments and can translate impact across diverse contexts
- A strong writer and storyteller with a talent for distilling complex initiatives into compelling written and visual narratives
- A strategic thinker who can navigate cross-functional relationships and influence without authority
- Passionate about digital inclusion, global development, and community impact
- Organized, proactive, and comfortable managing multiple priorities across time zones
- 5–7 years of experience in communications, marketing, public affairs, and/or social impact storytelling—preferably in global or matrixed organizations
- Strong writing and editorial skills, with experience creating written and visual content for social media, blogs, reports, and executive communications
- Experience managing brand or social channels (LinkedIn preferred)
- Background in ESG, CSR, philanthropy, or nonprofit communications is a plus
- Ability to collaborate effectively across cultures, regions, and levels of seniority
- Familiarity with global development, workforce development, or digital inclusion topics is beneficial
The targeted pay range for this position in the following location is / locations are:
Canada - Toronto Office TRO : 102,000 - 152,000 CAD / Annual
United States - Dallas Infomart Office DAI : 121,000 - 181,000 USD / Annual
United States - Redwood City Office GHQ : 146,000 - 218,000 USD / Annual
Our pay ranges reflect the minimum and maximum target for new hire pay for the full-time position determined by role, level, and location. The pay range shown is based on our compensation structure in place at the time of posting and may be updated periodically based on business needs. Individual pay is based on additional factors including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education and/or training.
The targeted pay range listed reflects the base pay only and does not include bonus, equity, or benefits. Employees are eligible for bonus, and equity may be offered depending on the position.
Equinix Benefits
As an employee, you become important to Equinix’s success. We ensure all your benefits are in line with our core values: competitive, inclusive, sustainable, connected and efficient. We keep them competitive within the current marketplace to ensure we’re providing you with the best package possible. So, wherever you are in your career and life, you’ll be able to enhance your experience and bring your whole self to work.
Employee Assistance Program: An Employee Assistance program is available to all employees.
US Benefits:
- Insurance: You may enroll in health, life, disability and voluntary plans that are designed for you and your eligible family members.
- Retirement: You and Equinix may contribute to a retirement plan to help you plan for your financial future.
- Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays: You will receive an accrued amount of PTO each pay period along with various paid holidays for you to rest and recharge. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific plan or program terms.
Canada Core Benefits:
- Insurance: You may enroll in healthcare coverage that is designed to complement the provincial healthcare system, along with life, disability and optional benefit plans that are designed for you and your eligible family members.
- Retirement: You may also enroll in Equinix-sponsored retirement or savings plans: Defined Contribution Pension Plan (DCPP), Group Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) and Tax-Free Savings Plan (TSFA).
- Vacation and Paid Holidays: Equinix offers both vacation and personal time, along with various paid holidays for you to rest and recharge. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits. Benefits are subject to specific plan or program terms, and to change at Equinix discretion.
Equinix is committed to ensuring that our employment process is open to all individuals, including those with a disability. If you are a qualified candidate and need assistance or an accommodation, please let us know by completing form.
Equinix is an Equal Employment Opportunity and, in the U.S., an Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to unlawful consideration of race, color, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, place of birth, citizenship, sex, pregnancy / childbirth or related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or domestic partnership status, age, veteran or military status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, political / organizational affiliation, status as a victim or family member of a victim of crime or abuse, or any other status protected by applicable law.
We use artificial intelligence in our hiring process. Learn more here.
This posting is a new position within our organization.
Communications Manager, Equinix Foundation
- JR-164341
- Hybrid
- Toronto
- Redwood City
- Dallas
- Marketing and Communications
- Full time
Who are we?
Equinix is the world’s digital infrastructure company®, shortening the path to connectivity to enable the innovations that enrich our work, life and planet.
A place where bold ideas are welcomed, human connection is valued, and everyone has the opportunity to shape their future. A career at Equinix means being at the center of shaping what comes next and amplifying customer value through innovation and impact. You’ll work across teams, influence key decisions, and help shape the path forward. You’ll find belonging, purpose, and a team that welcomes you—because when you feel valued, you’re empowered to do your best work.
Job Summary
The Communications Manager, Equinix Foundation is a global storyteller, communicator, and brand steward who leads Foundation communications and sources community stories to meet the mutual goals of the Foundation, Corporate Communications and Public Affairs teams globally. You will develop and champion a brand-level impact narrative and elevate the Foundation’s voice in priority communities to support Equinix brand visibility around the world and at a local level.
This role is responsible for aligning all Foundation communications with the broader Equinix brand narrative, advancing our thought leadership, and deepening community trust through meaningful, human-centric, and authentic storytelling.
This role reports into Equinix Corporate Reputation & Public Affairs team and collaborates extensively with the Foundation team and across Equinix’s Global Marketing, Brand, Sustainability, Employee and Regional Communications, and country teams.
Responsibilities
Global, Brand-Aligned Communications:
- Develop and lead a global Foundation communications strategy that reflects Equinix’s Community Principles, brand values and narrative—community trust, sustainability, workforce development, and digital inclusion
- Serve as the Foundation’s brand guardian and steward, reinforcing and driving message alignment across all regions and channels, internally and externally
- Ensure global consistency balanced with local relevance, while adapting communications to cultural, geographic, and linguistic contexts
Thought Leadership & Strategic Influence:
- Help shape a global thought leadership platform focused on speaking, bylines, and awards around digital inclusion, workforce development, and community resilience
- Support Exec Comms to develop executive platforms for Foundation Board Members and other executives and help shape RFPs, talking points and content for global forums, conferences, and internal forums
- Help to create messaging around programs like Pathways to Tech as examples of Equinix’s leadership in creating future-ready talent pipelines and WeGive as ways we are addressing the needs of our local communities to advance digital inclusion for all
Story Mining and Storytelling Across Cultures & Regions:
- Partner with community affairs and regional teams to build a global pipeline of community stories from nonprofit partners, grantees, and Equinix employees; share with comms partners to include in internal and external communications content and channels
- Produce human-centered content that reflects diverse communities and amplifies voices traditionally underrepresented in the digital economy
- Lead storytelling for global programs (e.g., Pathways to Tech) and critical moments (Company Meeting), highlighting outcomes, human impact, and shared value with partners
LinkedIn Showcase Page Leadership:
- Launch, manage, and grow the Equinix Foundation LinkedIn Showcase Page—owning content strategy, publishing, and analytics
- Engage global audiences and highlight impact across countries, cultures, and nonprofit ecosystems
- Collaborate with social media, brand, and digital teams to ensure best practices and maximize visibility
Cross-Functional Collaboration:
- Build strong relationships with Equinix teams across Marketing, Brand, Sustainability, Employee Communications, Global Operations, E-Staff, and regional leaders
- Align Foundation messaging with regional business priorities and global communication campaigns
- Partner with PR and Public Affairs to ensure community impact stories are represented across Equinix’s major channels, media and moments
Impact Reporting & Data-Led Storytelling:
- Convert program data and Foundation impact into accessible communications for reports, dashboards, and shareholder-facing materials
- Partner with nonprofit organizations to gather accurate global impact insights and co-create stories with dignity and integrity
Qualifications
Who You Are
- A globally minded communicator who thrives in multicultural environments and can translate impact across diverse contexts
- A strong writer and storyteller with a talent for distilling complex initiatives into compelling written and visual narratives
- A strategic thinker who can navigate cross-functional relationships and influence without authority
- Passionate about digital inclusion, global development, and community impact
- Organized, proactive, and comfortable managing multiple priorities across time zones
- 5–7 years of experience in communications, marketing, public affairs, and/or social impact storytelling—preferably in global or matrixed organizations
- Strong writing and editorial skills, with experience creating written and visual content for social media, blogs, reports, and executive communications
- Experience managing brand or social channels (LinkedIn preferred)
- Background in ESG, CSR, philanthropy, or nonprofit communications is a plus
- Ability to collaborate effectively across cultures, regions, and levels of seniority
- Familiarity with global development, workforce development, or digital inclusion topics is beneficial
The targeted pay range for this position in the following location is / locations are:
Canada - Toronto Office TRO : 102,000 - 152,000 CAD / Annual
United States - Dallas Infomart Office DAI : 121,000 - 181,000 USD / Annual
United States - Redwood City Office GHQ : 146,000 - 218,000 USD / Annual
Our pay ranges reflect the minimum and maximum target for new hire pay for the full-time position determined by role, level, and location. The pay range shown is based on our compensation structure in place at the time of posting and may be updated periodically based on business needs. Individual pay is based on additional factors including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education and/or training.
The targeted pay range listed reflects the base pay only and does not include bonus, equity, or benefits. Employees are eligible for bonus, and equity may be offered depending on the position.
Equinix Benefits
As an employee, you become important to Equinix’s success. We ensure all your benefits are in line with our core values: competitive, inclusive, sustainable, connected and efficient. We keep them competitive within the current marketplace to ensure we’re providing you with the best package possible. So, wherever you are in your career and life, you’ll be able to enhance your experience and bring your whole self to work.
Employee Assistance Program: An Employee Assistance program is available to all employees.
US Benefits:
- Insurance: You may enroll in health, life, disability and voluntary plans that are designed for you and your eligible family members.
- Retirement: You and Equinix may contribute to a retirement plan to help you plan for your financial future.
- Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays: You will receive an accrued amount of PTO each pay period along with various paid holidays for you to rest and recharge. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific plan or program terms.
Canada Core Benefits:
- Insurance: You may enroll in healthcare coverage that is designed to complement the provincial healthcare system, along with life, disability and optional benefit plans that are designed for you and your eligible family members.
- Retirement: You may also enroll in Equinix-sponsored retirement or savings plans: Defined Contribution Pension Plan (DCPP), Group Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) and Tax-Free Savings Plan (TSFA).
- Vacation and Paid Holidays: Equinix offers both vacation and personal time, along with various paid holidays for you to rest and recharge. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits. Benefits are subject to specific plan or program terms, and to change at Equinix discretion.
Equinix is committed to ensuring that our employment process is open to all individuals, including those with a disability. If you are a qualified candidate and need assistance or an accommodation, please let us know by completing form.
Equinix is an Equal Employment Opportunity and, in the U.S., an Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to unlawful consideration of race, color, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, place of birth, citizenship, sex, pregnancy / childbirth or related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or domestic partnership status, age, veteran or military status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, political / organizational affiliation, status as a victim or family member of a victim of crime or abuse, or any other status protected by applicable law.
We use artificial intelligence in our hiring process. Learn more here.
This posting is a new position within our organization.
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Translate your credentials into PERM-ready language
Your resume needs to mirror the minimum requirements the employer will list on the PERM application. A degree in journalism, communications, or public relations maps cleanly to EB-3 professional category, while a master's degree or specialized research background can support an EB-2 filing.
Target employers with active I-140 filing history
Media companies, corporate communications departments, and large nonprofits file I-140 petitions regularly for Communications Lead roles. Search DOL PERM disclosure data to confirm that a prospective employer has sponsored workers in communications-adjacent positions before, not just in technical roles.
Verify your role qualifies as a specialty occupation
The O*NET occupation profile for Communications Leads documents the degree requirements and specialized knowledge the position demands. Pull this profile before interviews so you can articulate why the role requires a specific field of study, which USCIS scrutinizes during the I-140 review.
Use Migrate Mate to filter sponsoring employers directly
Searching generalist job boards buries green card sponsors among employers who won't file. Migrate Mate surfaces Communications Lead positions from employers with documented PERM and I-140 sponsorship history, so you're applying to roles where the pathway already exists.
Negotiate PERM filing timing before you accept an offer
PERM labor certification can take 12 to 18 months or more before you even reach the I-140 stage. Clarify whether your prospective employer plans to file concurrently with your start date or after a probationary period, since that gap directly affects your green card timeline.
Check your country's EB-3 priority date backlog early
EB-3 professional category is current for most countries, but nationals from India and China face significant backlogs that stretch years beyond the PERM and I-140 approval stages. Review the monthly Visa Bulletin from the State Department to model your realistic residency timeline before committing to a sponsorship path.
Green Card Communications Lead: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Communications Lead role qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 sponsorship?
Most Communications Lead positions qualify for EB-3 professional sponsorship, which requires a bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as communications, public relations, journalism, or marketing. If the role requires a master's degree or the candidate holds advanced credentials with specialized expertise, the employer may file under EB-2 instead. The employer's job description and minimum requirements drive the classification.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B for a Communications Lead?
H-1B visa is a temporary work visa subject to an annual lottery cap, while EB-2 and EB-3 green card sponsorship leads to permanent residency with no lottery. PERM labor certification adds 12 to 24 months to the front of the process, but EB-3 is not subject to an annual cap the way H-1B registrations are, making it a more predictable pathway for most nationalities.
What does the PERM process look like for a communications role specifically?
The employer posts the Communications Lead position through a DOL-supervised recruitment process to document that no qualified U.S. worker applied. The job description must reflect actual duties and minimum requirements, not inflated credentials. Roles in communications are generally approvable, but vague degree requirements or overly broad responsibilities can trigger a DOL audit, which adds six to twelve months to the timeline.
How can I find Communications Lead jobs that offer green card sponsorship?
Most job postings don't advertise green card sponsorship explicitly, which makes filtering difficult on general platforms. Migrate Mate is built specifically to surface roles from employers with documented PERM and I-140 filing history in communications and adjacent fields, so you can target your applications to companies that have already committed to sponsoring foreign workers.
Can my employer sponsor me for a green card if I'm currently on OPT or H-1B?
Yes. Employers can initiate PERM labor certification while you're on OPT, STEM OPT, or H-1B. If you're on H-1B and your I-140 gets approved, you can extend your H-1B in three-year increments under AC21 portability rules while your green card application moves through the queue. Starting PERM early protects your timeline regardless of your current status.