Associate Director Corporate Communications

Mars
Chicago, IL
Job Description
Role Overview

Join Accelerator, a global Division of Mars Snacking, as the Associate Director, Corporate Communications. You will have the unique responsibility of building external visibility of the Division and driving engagement with key external stakeholders including customers and policy makers.

What You Will Do

Play a critical role in contextualizing Accelerator as a Division within Mars Snacking in support of our reputation and freedom to operate goals. This role will also work closely with the Corporate Affairs teams in other Mars Snacking regions and the Mars Corporate Public Affairs leads for North America and the EU.

Why It Might Be a Fit

We’re looking for passionate talent who dare to dream big, agile collaborators who talk straight and decide fast, and driven performers with a growth mindset.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in communications, marketing, journalism, or associated profession is required
  • 8-10 years relevant professional experience in corporate affairs, communications or related fields
  • Experience advising and coaching senior leaders
  • Strong strategic planning skills, a solid understanding of the business, and the ability to build and nurture relationships at the highest levels in a corporate environment
  • Experience in sustainability communications, including translating technical sustainability programs into compelling storytelling
  • Self-starting and collaborative leader who confidently balances strategic and operational priorities, thrives in ambiguity, exercises sound judgment under pressure, and motivates others while providing strong leadership during critical situations
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Robust knowledge of working with AI, responsibly, in corporate communications including policy comms / public affairs

Benefits

  • An industry competitive salary and benefits package
  • Medical and dental benefits
  • Participation in 401k plan
  • Paid time off benefits
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