Communications Manager

We are assisting an American multi-brand restaurant operator headquartered in Orlando, Florida. that has more than 1,800 restaurant locations and more than 175,000 employees, making it the worlds largest full-service restaurant company!Their mission is to to be financially successful through great people consistently delivering outstanding food, drinks and service in an inviting atmosphere, making every guest loyal.The Communications Manager will support several aspects of communication across several of their brands.ResponsibilitiesOversees and leads interactions with functional leaders and/or cross-functional teams for key enterprise initiatives in support of business goals and key messagesPlans, organizes, monitors and controls all aspects of communications campaigns, including strategy development, messaging and reporting KPIsRegularly interacts with senior leadership to ensure alignment and provide counselPartners with executives to distill and disseminate their communications (e.g. speeches, letters and presentations), including serving as a member of relevant event planning committees to oversee executive messagingDevelops and employs public relations tools (pitches, media kits, news releases, etc.) and publicity techniques to raise brand awareness among key stakeholdersChampions creative PR and internal communications ideas to break through and drive key messages or actionsDrives actionable and compelling internal communications strategy in support of various initiatives, including HR strategy, change management and trainingManages issues, crisis and risk matters for the company and its brands, including identifying potential issues and developing appropriate response plansServes as member of rotating on-call schedule for weekend issues monitoringRemains current on industry and consumer trends and developments; leverages such knowledge to help achieve business objectivesSupports individual and team performance through actions demonstrating strong team orientation and feedbackQualifications-Bachelor's Degree (Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, or related field)Required Skills5+ Years of Public Relations and Media Management: Demonstrates the capability to develop and manage a variety of public relation techniques for brand-building publicity with a strong emphasis on national and local media relations programsIssue and Reputation Management: Demonstrates the capability to anticipate and effectively address issues affecting the brand or enterpriseExecutive Communications: Demonstrates the capability to write on behalf of key executives, maintaining a consistent tone and narrative over timeEmployee Communications: Demonstrates the capability to drive effective communications to a diverse and dispersed team member audienceCorporate Communications: Demonstrates the capability to drive compelling communications on behalf of various corporate functionsIntegrated Communications: Demonstrates the capability to identify opportunities for programs that can be leveraged across communication channels, including public relations, employee communications and social mediaBrand Strategy Development: Demonstrates the capability to develop and create a clear and compelling brand strategy and evolve and support that strategy over timeProject Management: Demonstrates the capability to balance multiple priorities and achieve desired outcomes on time and within budgetClient Service: Demonstrates the capability to embed and support various internal clients with individualized objectivesStrategic Counsel: Demonstrates the capability to provide communications counsel to partners and executivesLocation: Orlando, Florida hybrid schedule flexibility. In office for meetings is required.Pay range and compensation package$95k-105k base, 15% bonus, benefit package includes Employee Stock Purchase Program, 401K and Retirement, Tuition Reimbursement , Healthcare, Vacation Time / Holidays / Paid Time Off (PTO), Relocation Assistance (If Applicable)Equal Opportunity StatementCatena Solutions brings 30+ years of expertise supporting organizations to drive growth, optimize operations, and navigate industry challenges. Our team of consultants specialize in the areas of Change & People, Project & Program Management, Insights & Analytics, Strategic Growth & Innovation, Revenue Growth Management, Creative & Digital Marketing, Supply Chain Operations, Order to Cash, and Food Safety & Quality.Full-time employees are also eligible for benefits options such as health coverage, life insurance, disability insurance, and 401k benefits.At Advanced Group, our commitment to diversity and inclusion in every part of our organization is crucial to fulfilling our mission and demonstrating our REAL values. Advanced Group is committed to providing employment opportunities without regard to sex, race, color, age, national origin, religion, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation or sexual preference, pregnancy or maternity, genetic information, marital status, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law. Advanced Group complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and candidates with disabilities. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact accommodationrequest@#LA-JL1

Created: 2025-02-25