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Mars Global R&D Communications Manager in Slough, United Kingdom
As the Global R&D Communications Manager, you will execute the global R&D communication strategy that drives visibility, alignment and engagement across the R&D Community at Mars.
The role delivers internal and external communications on behalf of the Mars R&D Leadership Team and works closely with a cross-segment team of R&D communicators.
Responsibilities include developing and executing global R&D broadcasts, Science, Innovation and Quality events, and the Mars R&D Awards - R&D’s signature global recognition program that celebrates outstanding talent across our community of more than 5,000 R&D Associates at Mars.
The role is a member of the Global R&D Communications Team, reporting to the R&D Communications Director.
What are we looking for?
A passion for communications andexperience driving campaigns in a global environment.
Experience in communications preferred.
Experience working with senior stakeholders to driveimpactfulcommunications.
Global experience indrivingcommunications across multiplesegments,functionsor teams.
Experience inestablishingcommunications metricsandleveraginginsights tooptimizeand improve future communications.
What will be your key responsibilities?
Lead and develop the global R&D communications strategy , including events, content, audience, and channel development.
Managingthe execution of strategic internal R&D communications on behalf of the Mars R&D Leadership Team.
Leadthe annual R&D Update ,R&D’sonly writtenglobalcommunication.
Partner withsegment and corporateR&D communicatorsto deliverthe bi-weekly R&D Heads Up , sharing the latestR&D-related news with the top 100 R&Dleaders at Mars.
Create collaborative partnerships across the business. Partner closely withcommunicationscolleagues inthesegments and corporatetodrivebest-in-classR&Dstorytelling.
Manage and measure work.Track metrics and develop insights thatdrivecontinuous improvement and impactfulR&D communications.
What can you expect from Mars?
Work with diverse and talented Associates, all guided by the Five Principles.
Join a purpose-driven company, wherewe are 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.
Qualifications
Manages Complexity
Communicates Effectively
Plans and Aligns
Drives Results
Builds Networks
Balances Stakeholders