Corporate Communications Specialist

No Relocation Assistance Offered

Job Number #173437 - Overland Park, Kansas, United States

Who We Are

Colgate-Palmolive Company is a global consumer products company operating in over 200 countries specializing in Oral Care, Personal Care, Home Care, Skin Care, and Pet Nutrition. Our products are trusted in more households than any other brand in the world, making us a household name!

Join Colgate-Palmolive, a caring, innovative growth company reimagining a healthier future for people, their pets, and our planet. Guided by our core values—Caring, Inclusive, and Courageous—we foster a culture that inspires our people to achieve common goals. Together, let's build a brighter, healthier future for all.

At Hill’s we have a purpose. Every day around the world, we transform the lives of millions of pet families through pioneering innovation, amazing nutrition, and the best and brightest people. If you’re interested in work that matters, fueled by a passion for pets, we invite you to apply.

Founded more than 75 years ago with an unwavering commitment to pet nutrition, Hills’ mission is to help enrich and lengthen the special relationships between people and their pets. Our decades of science and research guide us in creating nutrition that’s a step ahead so pets and pet parents can enjoy every day together. As the US' #1 veterinarian-recommended pet food brand, knowledge is our first ingredient, with 220+ veterinarians, Ph.D. nutritionists, and food scientists working to develop breakthrough innovations in pet health.

We seek a Corporate Communications Specialist who will report to the Director of Global Communications and work collaboratively as a member of the Corporate Communications team to implement a dynamic corporate communications and content strategy for one of the world’s most respected pet food brands. This role balances strategic planning with other communications responsibilities that meet organizational goals.

The successful candidate will lead projects focusing on strategic goals, engaging creative and storytelling, and on-time delivery. The role regularly collaborates across the division team to ideate and execute projects to meet communications goals. As a part of the global communications team for Hill's, this role will also have an indirect but important connection with the Corporate Communication team of Hill’s parent company, Colgate-Palmolive.

Responsibilities:

• Creative Strategy & Brand Alignment: Translate organizational initiatives, operational updates, policy changes, and program launches into employee-friendly, action-oriented communications. Lead the development of strategies for employer brand and corporate communications in partnership with the broader team. Collaborate closely with the Integrated Brand Experience (IBE) team and CP Corporate Communications to ensure global brand consistency and impact. Projects can include campaign concepts, newsletters, web pages, videos, podcasts, digital signage, social media assets, and presentation materials using innovative idea creation, design and user experience to achieve communication goals.

• Employer Brand Social Media: Oversee all aspects of corporate social media and employer brand channels, including but not limited to LinkedIn, Glassdoor, and Indeed. This includes strategy, vendor management, content planning and execution, and reporting to elevate Hill's presence as an employer of choice.

• Media Monitoring: Support weekly media monitoring, tracking industry trends, competitor activity, and Hill's-specific coverage to provide actionable insights.

• Project Management: Develop, drive and improve project workflows while establishing best practices to maximize productivity efficiencies and maintain high-quality communication outputs using Monday.com . Manage production and creative work with potential support from external agencies and consultants with clear direction.

• Trend Analysis: Stay relevant and up-to-date on all corporate communications, design and marketing trends, as well as cultural events to ensure Hill's communications remain impactful and modern.

• Stakeholder Engagement: Effectively communicate and collaborate with stakeholders at all levels of the Hill’s organization and parent company, Colgate-Palmolive.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, or a related field.

• 4+ years of experience in marketing communications, public relations, digital marketing, or similar role.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Proven experience in corporate communications, marketing communications, social media management, or public relations.

• Experience delivering strategies and communications that effectively support change initiatives and alignment to organizational/business goals.

• Expertise in overseeing and growing professional social media channels (LinkedIn) and employer reputation platforms (Glassdoor, Indeed).

• Ability to create and tell stories through visual mediums (graphic design, video, etc.)

• Excellent project management skills with the ability to handle multiple priorities and make timely, effective decisions.

• Use of AI tools to accelerate research, spark ideas, and sharpen content.

• Proficiency in Google AI tools, Adobe Creative Suite and content creation tools.

• Experience with media monitoring tools and analytics platforms.

• Highly collaborative mindset with the ability to work effectively in a team-based, global, and highly complex, matrixed environment.Proven experience in graphic arts with a demonstrated ability to develop and execute overall communication objectives.

Compensation and Benefits

Salary Range $86,000.00 - $121,000.00 USD

Pay is determined based on experience, qualifications, and location. Salaried employees may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, profit-sharing, and long-term incentives for Executive-level roles.

Benefits: Salaried employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, basic life insurance, paid parental leave, disability coverage, and participation in the 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contributions subject to eligibility requirements. Additional benefits include a minimum of 15 vacation/PTO days (hourly employees receive a minimum of 120 hours) and 13 paid holidays (vacation days are prorated based on the employee's hire date within the calendar year). Paid sick leave is adjusted based on role and location in accordance with local laws. Detailed information regarding paid sick leave entitlements will be provided to employees upon hiring and may be subject to adjustments based on changes in legislation or company policies.

Our Commitment to Inclusion

Our journey begins with our people—developing strong talent with diverse backgrounds and perspectives to best serve our consumers around the world and fostering an inclusive environment where everyone feels a true sense of belonging. We are dedicated to ensuring that each individual can be their authentic self, is treated with respect, and is empowered by leadership to contribute meaningfully to our business.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Colgate is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, marital status, veteran status (United States positions), or any other characteristic protected by law.

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