Supervisor, Brand Communications

McDonald’s is proud to be one of the most recognized brands in the world, with restaurants in over 100 countries that serve 70 million customers daily. We continue to operate from a position of strength. Our updated growth strategy is focused on staying ahead of what our customers want and realizing further growth potential. Our relentless ambition is why McDonald’s remains one of the world’s leading corporations after almost 70 years. Joining McDonald's means thinking big and preparing for a career that can have influence around the world.

At McDonald’s, we see every day as a chance to create positive impact. We lead through our values centered on inclusivity, service, integrity, community and family. From support of Ronald McDonald House Charities to our Youth Opportunity project and sustainability initiatives, our values keep us dedicated to using our scale for good: good for our customers, people, industry and planet. We also offer a broad range of outstanding benefits including a sabbatical program, tuition assistance and flexible work arrangements.

We’re looking for a Supervisor, Brand Communications to support the creation and execution of communication strategies that effectively reach and engage defined and diverse audiences (e.g., media, consumers, community influencers, industry experts, third party organizations, etc.) and build relevance, affinity, and awareness.  The ideal candidate has experience supporting communications objectives that directly support business outcomes and executing multi-channel communications campaigns, including those targeted at multicultural audiences.

Responsibilities

• Create and implement best-in-class integrated communications plans that align with key business and marketing objectives
• Collaborate across cross-functional teams to drive earned PR ideas into execution
• Reach and influence target audiences by delivering effective messaging, creative storytelling, channel strategies, content and media and stakeholder engagement plans
• Monitor, analyze and report on the effectiveness of PR efforts, continuously identifying ways to improve strategies based on performance and industry trends
• Manage day-to-day of working team and agency partners to ensure we are efficiently and effectively channeling resources to meet our objectives
• Support an inclusive and positive team culture

Benefits eligible: Yes
Bonus eligible: Yes
The expected salary range for this role is $87,050 – $108,810 per year
The above represents the expected salary range for this job requisition. Ultimately, in determining your pay, we may also consider your experience, and other job-related factors.

• 3+ years of experience in a brand/consumer communications role, either in-house or at an agency
• Relevant communications expertise targeting external audiences (i.e. stakeholder, influencer, consumer, earned media)
• Strong understanding of diverse cultural audiences and how to leverage key cultural insights to drive communications strategies
• Proven foundational PR skills, including mastery of media material development, tactical plans and reporting
• Natural storyteller with excellent written and oral communications skills, including an ability to convey complex issues in a clear and concise manner to a variety of audiences
• Self-starter and problem-solver with strong sense of initiative, focused on results; ability to manage multiple, simultaneous projects and, at times, within ambiguous and undefined circumstances
• Champion of diverse perspectives who proactively cultivates an inclusive culture
• Consistent eagerness to listen, learn, apply knowledge and accept feedback
• Strong advisory skills with the ability to offer credible advice to senior leaders
• Ability to thrive in fast-paced environments, while being flexible, collaborative and deadline-driven
• Excellent organizational skills and steward of best practices across teams

Benefits eligible: This position offers health and welfare benefits, a 401(k) plan, adoption assistance program, educational assistance program, flexible ways of working, and time off policies (including sick leave, parental leave, and vacation/PTO). Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on job classification and length of employment. 

Bonus eligible: This position is eligible for a bonus, calculated based on individual and company performance.

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