Strategic Corporate Communications Lead

Mars Incorporated

Chicago (IL)

On-site

USD 134,000 - 185,000

Full time

7 days ago

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Job summary

Mars Incorporated's Accelerator Division seeks an Associate Director, Corporate Communications to elevate external visibility and engage with customers, policy makers, and stakeholders. You will lead sustainability, customer, and policy communications, contextualizing Accelerator within Mars Snacking with collaboration across regional Corporate Affairs teams.

You will advise senior leaders, shape strategic narratives, manage issues, and guide internal alignment across Mars Snacking.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in communications, marketing, journalism or related field required; MS/MBA a plus.
8-10 years in corporate affairs, communications or related fields.
Experience advising and coaching senior leaders.
Strong strategic planning and relationship-building at executive level.
Experience with media and policy makers; sustainability storytelling is a plus.

Responsibilities

Lead storytelling for Accelerator's sustainability progress to build trust and reputation among key stakeholders.
Enable and support customer engagement and communications for events and meetings.
Deploy proactive corporate communications through media relations and external speaking engagements.
Translate governance directives and regulatory frameworks into accessible guidance for audiences.
Collaborate with Public Affairs to communicate Mars positions on policy issues, trade, and regional regulations.
Provide communications counsel to senior leadership during critical issues; manage crises and issues.
Ensure external visibility is reflected in Accelerator engagement and internal communications.