Consultant Global Communications (f/m/d)

PLACE OF WORK Moserstraße 42, 5020 Salzburg AREA OF EMPLOYMENT Marketing & Communications EMPLOYMENT TYPE Full-time SALARY Gross annual salary starting from € 62.500* *willingness to overpay with appropriate qualifications As soon as possible How you’ll make your mark Your main tasks in this role are: You will be responsible for supporting and driving the external communications activities and global alignment of the ALDI SÜD Group across a range of business topics and strategic priorities This involves managing reactive media enquiries, working with subject matter experts and country communications teams to develop clear, accurate and timely responses You will identify, develop and support external communications opportunities that help strengthen ALDI's reputation and advance strategic business priorities You will monitor media coverage and emerging issues , identifying reputational risks and opportunities and providing recommendations to stakeholders This requires you to support the management of reputation-related topics , helping to prepare communications strategies and materials during sensitive or high-profile situations You will partner with journalists, media contacts and communications teams across ALDI SÜD countries to support consistent external messaging, manage media opportunities and ensure local relevance where required In addition, you will advise stakeholders on the most effective channels , formats and approaches to reach external audiences Preparing briefing materials, key messages, speaking points and other communications content for senior leaders is part of your responsibilities You will lead communications projects and workstreams independently, ensuring activities are delivered to a high standard and within agreed timelines Your responsibilities include working collaboratively across functions including Sustainability, Buying, HR, Legal, Corporate Responsibility and Operations to support business priorities through effective external communications Contributing to the ongoing development of global external communications processes , tools and governance complements your field of expertise Your profile The requirements of the role include: You have a degree in communications, public relations, journalism or a related field, or equivalent professional experience You have at least 5 years of experience in external communications, public relations, corporate communications, journalism or a related field, either in-house or within an agency environment You bring demonstrated experience managing media relations and supporting engagement with journalists and external stakeholders A strong understanding of the European media landscape and how newsrooms operate, with the ability to identify opportunities and risks set you apart In addition, you bring experience supporting communications for reputation, corporate, sustainability, business or issues-based topics ; managing third-party stakeholders and engaging with industry experts You are able to manage projects independently, prioritise effectively and deliver high-quality work in a fast-paced environment You have excellent writing and editing skills, with the ability to translate complex topics into clear and compelling communications You feel confident with stakeholder management and working with senior leaders and subject matter experts You bring experience monitoring media and social channels and assessing potential reputational implications for an organisation A collaborative approach and the ability to work effectively within a global, matrix organisation is a matter of course to you You have strong judgement, discretion and the ability to navigate ambiguity and sensitive issues Excellent command of English, both written and verbal; German language skills would be an advantage A career that benefits You Our benefits for you are wide-ranging: Flexible working environment (Flexitime, remote work options within Austria and abroad, 6 weeks of annual leave) Health & wellbeing support (Wellpass membership, mental health support, wellbeing initiatives) Personal and professional development opportunities International and collaborative working environment Modern workplace and mobile devices to support flexible working Restaurant, free fruit and beverages Sustainable mobility support (Public transport subsidy and bike leasing) Employee discounts across shopping, travel, sports and health services Relocation support Remuneration Gross annual salary starting from € 62.500* *willingness to overpay with appropriate qualifications Place of work ​Moserstraße 42, 5020 Salzburg​ Start of work ​As soon as possible​ How to apply All applications take place through our online portal. Simply login and submit your CV, photo and all relevant certificates/qualifications.