This is a Media and Communications Specialist role with McDonald's based in Thornleigh, NSW, AU
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Role Seniority - mid level
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Job Description
McDonald’s Australia is the largest quick service restaurant operation in the country. Fondly known as "Macca's", we have been a household name in Australia for over 50 years, we believe that our customers are the heart and soul of everything we do and make it our mission to make every moment count! As an employer of choice winner time and time again, working with us means taking pride and having fun along the way; while growing and developing your career in a dynamic and supportive environment.
Could you be our next Media and Communications Specialist?
Are you a dynamic PR specialist with a passion for storytelling and a knack for building strong media relationships? Join our team as an External Communications Specialist and help us amplify the McDonald’s brand voice to new heights by driving awareness of McDonald’s impact and growth stories (including Ronald McDonald House Charities Australia) and new product launches.
What can you expect on a day-to-day basis?
Developing and delivering a proactive local storytelling calendar to support McDonald’s Australia and Licensees
Driving and supporting impactful brand PR campaigns whilst managing our PR agency
Providing expert communications guidance across business function
Crafting and distributing compelling press materials, owned content development (video, imagery, posts)
Building strong relationships with journalists, influencers and stakeholders
Overseeing our corporate channels including McDonald’s.com and LinkedIn
Coordinating Impact & Corporate Relations Calendars
Handling the daily media inbox with finesse
Maintaining Impact and Corporate Relations Team Measurement and Reporting
Proactively identifying issues and trends of business importance in the media and effectively communicating with relevant departments
Your Keys To Success
Proven track record in delivering standout external communications for retail or FMCG businesses
Skilled in collaborating with journalists and media outlets
Exceptional writing and verbal communication skills, with a talent for building strong stakeholder relationships
Meticulous attention to detail
Outstanding time management skills, thriving in a fast-paced environment
Ideally, a bachelor’s degree in a relevant field
Relish in the Macca’s difference when you join the Golden Arches:
Competitive Remuneration Package. We offer a total reward package of base salary, health care and target incentive plan (bonus).
5 Weeks of Annual Leave. Switch off and recharge or explore your passions outside of work with an additional week of annual leave each calendar year.
Highly Flexible Work Environment. Our teams have embraced a hybrid working model, balancing working remotely and connecting in the office to support our people and how they best add value.
Birthday & Volunteer Leave. Enjoy a day-off during your birthday month and 3 days annually to volunteer for a registered charity you are passionate about.
Ongoing Professional Development. We are committed to developing our people by investing in leadership programs and a world class learning and development offering that propel you to achieve your career goals.
Macca’s Staff Discount & Retail Discounts. Enjoy discounted Macca’s at any restaurant across Australia and access to hundreds of retail discounts.
Access To Our 24/7 Wellbeing Partner (Sonder) For You & Your Immediate Family. Using the Sonder app, access free and confidential safety, medical and mental health support via chat or phone with accredited professionals.
A Fun & Vibrant Culture. Immerse yourself in local and Macca’s only events and experiences from day one of working with us.
As an equal opportunity employer, we strongly encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, ethnicities, cultures and experiences. We strive to make every moment through the recruitment process a feel-good moment for everyone. Let us know if we can provide any reasonable accommodations to enable you to participate in the job application and interview process, if you'd like to note your pronouns or have suggestions for how we can improve in this space.
Before we jump into the responsibilities of the role. No matter what you come in knowing, you’ll be learning new things all the time and the McDonald's team will be there to support your growth.
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Key Responsibilities
* Developing a storytelling calendar
* Driving brand PR campaigns
* Providing communications guidance
Key Strengths
* ️ External communications expertise
* Media relationship building
* ️ Exceptional writing and verbal communication skills
* Attention to detail
* Time management
* Relevant degree
Why McDonald's is partnering with Hatch on this role. Hatch exists to level the playing field for people as they discover a career that’s right for them. So when you apply you have the chance to show more than just your resume.
A Final Note: This is a role with McDonald's not with Hatch. #J-18808-Ljbffr