Communications Lead Italy - 12 Months Contract

Join our dynamic regional communications team as a Communication Lead for a 12-months contract based in Vimercate, Italy. In this role, you will spearhead the Italian Market's external and internal Corporate Communications strategy for Kellanova Italy, driving business growth and enhancing our reputation.

You'll have the opportunity to develop and activate compelling regional and local stories, securing earned media coverage for our Corporate Communications, Brand PR, and Social Media efforts. Your work will promote our iconic Kellogg's and Pringles brands while supporting our internal communications calendar and events to boost employee engagement.

As part of the Italian Leadership Team, you'll collaborate with a diverse group of individuals from various functions, including Marketing, Sales, Wellbeing teams, and other cross-functional partners. This role offers a chance to be part of a highly skilled and diverse team within a collaborative culture at Kellanova.

Our team atmosphere is fun, challenging, and inspiring, with a fast pace and interesting projects. You'll report directly to the Continental Europe Corporate Affairs Director, ensuring alignment with our broader corporate strategies. Join us and lead the way in shaping our communications landscape!

A Taste of What You’ll Be Doing

1. Leadership and People Management: Provide leadership and support across all external communications, including corporate, brand, ESG and public affairs, and lead the internal communications agenda, supervising one direct report.
2. Corporate and Brand PR: Lead Corporate and Brand PR within the local market with the target to further strengthen our brands' reputation.
3. Internal Events: Lead & organize internal events (local convention, townhalls, etc.).
4. EU Strategy Implementation: Implement EU strategy by ensuring the public affairs & sustainability plans in the market while engaging with senior internal and external stakeholders.
5. Better Days Program Expansion: Expand our Better Days program & our sustainable stories.
6. Crisis Management: Act as spokesperson and drive quick and effective resolution to crisis issues in Italy.

We’re Looking for Someone With

1. University Degree in Communications/Public Relations/Journalism or related discipline.
2. Demonstrable experience in a mid-level external communications role, corporate communications and/or PR Agency.
3. Working knowledge of the food industry, sustainability, and related European policy matters.
4. Great project management skills and the ability to prioritize.
5. A positive and team-work approach with a passion to develop junior talent.
6. Excellent communication and influencing skills in both Italian and English.

What’s Next

After you apply, your application will be reviewed by a real recruiter, so it may take us a few weeks to get back with you by email or phone. Visit our How We Hire page to get insights into our hiring process and more about what we offer.

Need assistance throughout the application or hiring process? Email European.Recruitment@kellanova.com

If you join our team, you’ll be rewarded for the difference you make. Our comprehensive benefits offer you the support you need through your life events, big or small. Visit our benefits page & be sure to ask your recruiter for more specific information.

Get to Know Us

At Kellanova, we are driven by our vision to be the world’s best-performing snacks-led powerhouse, unleashing the full potential of our differentiated brands and our passionate people.

Kellanova’s Culture of Best means we bring our best to all that we do in pursuit of our vision to be the world’s best performing snacks-led powerhouse. Our culture celebrates boldness and empowers our people to challenge the status quo, achieve results, and win together.

Our focus on Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (ED&I) enables us to build a culture of belonging where all employees have a place at the table and are inspired to share their passion, talents, and ideas to work.

Kellanova is an Equal Opportunity Employer that strives to provide an inclusive work environment, a seat for everyone at the table, and embraces the diverse talent of its people. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, disability, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, sexual orientation, age, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.