Archer Daniels Midland Company
Strategic Communications Manager - Chicago, IL
Archer Daniels Midland Company, Chicago, IL, United States
Job Description
Strategic Communications Manager
Role Overview: The Strategic Communications Manager plays a pivotal role in developing and executing comprehensive communication strategies that align with Legal, Regulatory and Compliance objectives and the broader strategic goals of ADM. This position is integral in fostering a culture of integrity, managing the company's reputation, and promoting transparency both within Legal, Regulatory and Compliance and across the global organization.
Key Responsibilities:
Excited about this role but don't meet every requirement listed? Studies show that often applicants will self-select out if they don't check every box. We encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this role or another one of our openings.
ADM requires the successful completion of a background check.
REF:91466BR
About ADM
At ADM, we unlock the power of nature to provide access to nutrition worldwide. With industry-advancing innovations, a complete portfolio of ingredients and solutions to meet any taste, and a commitment to sustainability, we give customers an edge in solving the nutritional challenges of today and tomorrow. We're a global leader in human and animal nutrition and the world's premier agricultural origination and processing company. Our breadth, depth, insights, facilities and logistical expertise give us unparalleled capabilities to meet needs for food, beverages, health and wellness, and more. From the seed of the idea to the outcome of the solution, we enrich the quality of life the world over. Learn more at www.adm.com.
#IncludingYou
Diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging are cornerstones of ADM's efforts to continue innovating, driving growth, and delivering outstanding performance. We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce and create welcoming, truly inclusive work environments - environments that enable every ADM colleague to feel comfortable on the job, make meaningful contributions to our success, and grow their career. We respect and value the unique backgrounds and experiences that each person can bring to ADM because we know that diversity of perspectives makes us better, together.
We are committed to ensuring all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment regardless of 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.
We welcome everyone to apply, especially those individuals who are underrepresented in our industry, as we strive to ensure our workforce represents the world that we help to feed: people of color, women, gender non-conforming, LGBTQIA+, veterans and persons with disabilities. For more information regarding our efforts to advance Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging, please visit our website here: Diversity, Equity and Inclusion ADM.
Benefits and Perks
Enriching the quality of life for the world begins by taking care of our colleagues. In addition to competitive pay, we support your diverse needs with a comprehensive total rewards package to enhance your well-being, including:
Strategic Communications Manager
Role Overview: The Strategic Communications Manager plays a pivotal role in developing and executing comprehensive communication strategies that align with Legal, Regulatory and Compliance objectives and the broader strategic goals of ADM. This position is integral in fostering a culture of integrity, managing the company's reputation, and promoting transparency both within Legal, Regulatory and Compliance and across the global organization.
Key Responsibilities:
- Strategic Communications Development: Create, deploy, and manage robust communications that enhance employee and partner awareness of key initiatives, company priorities, and the value provided by the department, including performance metrics and scorecards.
- Culture of Integrity: Develop and implement a strategic communications program that promotes a culture of integrity and transparency, addressing legal and regulatory developments, policies, personnel changes, and other key initiatives.
- Global Collaboration: Collaborate with teams across the global organization to ensure messaging aligns with ADM's values and regulatory requirements. Tailor communications to engage various stakeholders, including employees, senior management, and external partners.
- Training and Continuous Improvement: Design training and communication plans while continuously evaluating and refining strategies for improved effectiveness and engagement.
- Monitoring and Reporting: Stay informed on industry developments, Legal, Regulatory and Compliance priorities, and ADM strategy. Support periodic reporting for Senior Management and the Board of Directors.
- Education: Bachelor's degree in business, communications, public relations, journalism, or a related field.
- Experience: 3-5 years of relevant experience in corporate communications, preferably within a global organization.
- Skills: Strong writing, editing, and presentation skills, with the ability to craft clear, concise, and persuasive messages for diverse audiences. Familiarity with communication tools, content management systems, and visualization platforms.
- Competencies: High ethical standards, integrity, decision-making skills, and the ability to translate complex regulatory requirements into practical, accessible language.
- Technology Proficiency: Proficiency in business software such as Microsoft Office and content management tools.
Excited about this role but don't meet every requirement listed? Studies show that often applicants will self-select out if they don't check every box. We encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this role or another one of our openings.
ADM requires the successful completion of a background check.
REF:91466BR
About ADM
At ADM, we unlock the power of nature to provide access to nutrition worldwide. With industry-advancing innovations, a complete portfolio of ingredients and solutions to meet any taste, and a commitment to sustainability, we give customers an edge in solving the nutritional challenges of today and tomorrow. We're a global leader in human and animal nutrition and the world's premier agricultural origination and processing company. Our breadth, depth, insights, facilities and logistical expertise give us unparalleled capabilities to meet needs for food, beverages, health and wellness, and more. From the seed of the idea to the outcome of the solution, we enrich the quality of life the world over. Learn more at www.adm.com.
#IncludingYou
Diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging are cornerstones of ADM's efforts to continue innovating, driving growth, and delivering outstanding performance. We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce and create welcoming, truly inclusive work environments - environments that enable every ADM colleague to feel comfortable on the job, make meaningful contributions to our success, and grow their career. We respect and value the unique backgrounds and experiences that each person can bring to ADM because we know that diversity of perspectives makes us better, together.
We are committed to ensuring all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment regardless of 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.
We welcome everyone to apply, especially those individuals who are underrepresented in our industry, as we strive to ensure our workforce represents the world that we help to feed: people of color, women, gender non-conforming, LGBTQIA+, veterans and persons with disabilities. For more information regarding our efforts to advance Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging, please visit our website here: Diversity, Equity and Inclusion ADM.
Benefits and Perks
Enriching the quality of life for the world begins by taking care of our colleagues. In addition to competitive pay, we support your diverse needs with a comprehensive total rewards package to enhance your well-being, including:
- Physical wellness - medical/Rx, dental, vision and on-site wellness center access or gym reimbursement (as applicable).
- Financial wellness - flexible spending accounts, health savings account, 401(k) with matching contributions and cash balance plan, discounted employee stock purchasing program, life insurance, disability, workers' compensation, legal assistance, identity theft protection.
- Mental and social wellness - Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) and Colleague Giving Programs (ADM Cares).
- Paid time off including paid holidays.
- Adoption assistance and paid maternity and parental leave.
- Tuition assistance.
- Company-sponsored training and development resources, such as LinkedIn Learning, language training and mentoring programs.