Job Description:

　　Locations: Nashville USA; in Europe, the primary location is London, UK.

　　Mars Pet Nutrition is embarking on a significant global change programme to achieve our bold 2030 ambitions. Communicating this vision and engaging Associates in our new strategic priorities will be essential to the successful delivery of our change programme and is the responsibility of the Global Strategic Business Communications team in Mars Pet Nutrition. This role begins Q2 2024 and ends 31st December 2026, due to the transformation project.

　　At the same time, Mars Pet Nutrition is in the process of step changing its global approach to Strategic Business Communications, supporting, and driving the Mars Pet Nutrition culture and business forward by ensuring all Associates have the right information at the right time. Part of this includes supporting the Digital Transformation.

　　This role will be a crucial part of Mars Pet Nutrition's Global Strategic Business Communications team, supporting and leading in a Transformation role as part of The TIGG approved investment in the Transformation specific team (TFT). This role begins Q2 2024 and ends Q4 2026. In this role you will be working on a range of communications channels including newsletters, leadership meetings and in-person events, as well as generating engaging and inspiring communications on a variety of complex topics that achieve cut-through among our globally diverse Associate population related to the Digital Transformation (TFT).

　　What will be your key responsibilities?

　　Engage all Mars Pet Nutrition Associates in the global priorities of the business, to increase engagement and advocacy.Be proactive in creating best-in-class communications materials, including senior leadership communications, to raise the profile of the global leadership and the global priorities.Own, start and draft the regular drumbeat of internal communications, planning for senior leader engagement moments including virtual townhalls and in-person meetings and events.Working with Communications teams in Mars Pet Nutrition around the world, own, populate and implement a pipeline of communications that support and promote Mars Pet Nutrition's strategic priorities.Support the global change management programme by developing a deep understanding of the priorities of Pet Nutrition at all levels of the business, and implementing a communications plan that engages Associates in the change, while responding to needs as they arise.Utilise the full range of communications channels available to reach Associates in the right place, at the right time.Partner with third parties such as event management providers and film crews to ensure high-quality delivery of TFT communications materials.Own all organizational announcement drafts and cascades and processes dedicated to The TIGG approved investment in the Transformation specific team (TFT)Manage Global Pet Nutrition SharePoint and Teams Channels relevant to the TIGG approved investment in the Transformation specific team (TFT)Please note that this role must be fully dedicated to the transformation.

　　What are we looking for?

　　Minimum 12+ years' experience across internal and/or external communications.Experience in change management.Experience with Digital TransformationAbility to respond quickly and support others in the team.Approach challenges with a proactive, problem-solving attitude.Ability to effectively manage and work within ambiguity to prioritise business needs.

　　What can you expect from Mars?

　　Work with over 130,000 diverse and talented Associates, all guided by the Five Principles.Join a purpose driven company, where we're striving to build the world we want tomorrow, today.Best-in-class learning and development support from day one, including access to our in-house Mars University.An industry competitive salary and benefits package, including company bonus.

　　Mars is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process because of a disability, it is available upon request. The company is pleased to provide such assistance, and no applicant will be penalized as a result of such a request.