VP Communications & Corp Affairs

About the position In the role of Vice President Communications and Corporate Affairs working in Chicago, IL you will be part of the Americas Legal, Communications, and Government Affairs team. You will lead the company’s unified communications strategy and consistent execution across employee engagement, consumer and commercial communications, corporate reputation, meetings and events, and guest relations. The role develops and maintains coordinated plans, processes and platforms necessary to effectively and efficiently reach a wide variety of audiences critical to delivering the company’s strategy. This position reports to the Chief Legal, Communications and Government Affairs Officer and works closely with senior leaders across the organization.

Responsibilities

• Lead and Develop Team: Build, mentor, and manage a high-performing team supporting all business functions; foster collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement
• Strategic Communications: Design and execute an integrated communications strategy across stakeholders and channels; craft narratives that reinforce company purpose, values, and vision
• Executive Advisory: Serve as a trusted advisor to senior leadership on messaging priorities and positioning
• Community Engagement: Ensure responsible representation in communities and manage charitable investments and partnerships
• Crisis Management: Develop and lead crisis communication strategies; create playbooks for readiness and act as communications lead during crisis response
• Investor & Regulatory Communications: Partner with Investor Relations and Legal to deliver accurate strategic messaging to investors, analysts, and regulators; maintain consistency across all stakeholder touchpoints
• Public Affairs Collaboration: Work closely with Government Affairs to address public affairs gaps

Requirements

• You are an authentic leader. You value and respect differences and believe everyone’s unique differences is the key to collaboration and a winning team culture
• You have a Bachelor’s degree in Communications OR equivalent experience (4+ years) in the field of communications
• You have at least 10 years experience in communications
• Strong business acumen; able to quickly learn new concepts and adapt strategies based on market and business insights
• Skilled in managing external communications partners (PR, marketing agencies, brand influencers) to ensure alignment with company messaging and compliance
• Expertise in handling sensitive issues, crises, and high-stakes communications in fast-paced, complex environments
• Exceptional judgment, strategic thinking, and adaptability; able to take calculated risks and drive execution

Benefits

• Flexible work programs that support work life balance including a hybrid work model of 4 days in the office
• Participation in our Total Rewards program with a competitive base salary, incentive plans, parental leave, health, dental, vision, retirement plan options with incredible employer match, generous paid time off plans, an engaging Wellness Program, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with amazing resources
• On site Pub, access to cool brand clothing and swag, top events and, of course... free beer and beverages!
• We care about our People and Planet and have challenged ourselves with stretch goals around our key priorities
• We care about our communities, and play our part to make a difference – from charitable donations to hitting the streets together to build parks, giving back to the community is part of our culture and who we are
• Engagement with a variety of Business Resource Groups, which can provide volunteer opportunities, leadership experience, and networking through the organization
• Ability to grow and develop your career centered around our First Choice Learning opportunities
• Work within a fast paced and innovative company, meeting passionate colleagues and partners with diverse backgrounds and experiences

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