Colgate Palmolive - Manager - Corporate Communications

About Us :

Would you like to be part of a team that is building a future to smile about? What about having the opportunity to collaborate with teams across the world, full of stimulating discussions, and making impactful contributions?

If this is how you see your career, Colgate is the place to be!

Our dependable household brands, dedicated employees, and sustainability commitments make us passionate about building a future to smile about for our employees, consumers, and surrounding communities. We, at Colgate, take immense pride in our brand which fuels our workplace to encourage innovative thinking, champion experimentation, promote authenticity and thus contribute to our enduring success.

If you want to work for a company that lives by their values, then give your career a reason to smile...every single day !

Job Purpose & Context :

- Design & implement an aligned communications strategy to support organizational & functional goals, and build strong equity with external stakeholders through development & management of strategic public relations and social media.

- This position is responsible for developing and executing effective communication strategies to enhance the organization's corporate image and reputation.

- The person will play a crucial role in managing both internal and external communications, ensuring consistent and impactful messaging across various channels.

- Key to manage internal stakeholders and ensure effective delivery - adhere both to time and impact

Key Accountabilities :

- Support design & implementation of Communications Strategy:

- Create comprehensive communication strategies aligned with the organization's goals and objectives.

- These strategies should encompass both internal and external communication efforts and both short term & long term.

External Communications :

- Lead external communication initiatives to enhance the organization's reputation and promote its key messages to stakeholders, including customers, investors, media, and the general public.

- Media Relations: Serve as the primary point of contact for media inquiries, build relationships with key journalists, and proactively pitch stories, PR campaigns, press releases etc.

Internal Communication :

- Develop and implement internal communication programs to keep employees informed, engaged, and aligned with the organization's mission and values.

- This includes drafting and distributing newsletters, organizing employee events, and managing internal communication platforms.

Brand Management :

- Collaborate with marketing teams to ensure consistent brand messaging and alignment across various communication channels.

- Develop and maintain brand guidelines and provide guidance to internal stakeholders on brand representation round corporate communication platforms and assets.

Content Creation :

- Create compelling and engaging content for various communication channels, including websites, social media platforms, internal portals, and print materials.

- Ensure content is aligned with the organization's communication objectives and brand guidelines.

Stakeholder Engagement :

- Identify and engage key stakeholders, including customers, investors, community organizations, and industry influencers. Develop and maintain strong relationships with these stakeholders to support the organization's objectives and enhance its reputation

Measurement and Analysis :

- Track and analyze the effectiveness of communication initiatives using appropriate metrics and tools.

- Provide regular reports and insights to senior management, highlighting key performance indicators and recommending improvements.

Required Qualifications :

- 8+ years of experience in Corporate / Marketing (+CSR) Communications Background

- MBA (Marketing)/ Masters in Mass Communications

Preferred Qualification :

- Proficiency with Google suite

- Experience within FMCG industry or a Listed company