Internal Communications & Employer Branding Manager at General Mills

Mumbai, maharashtra, India -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

18 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

20 Oct, 25

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Internal Communications, Employer Branding, Employee Engagement, Content Creation, Change Management, Collaboration, Project Management, Strategic Thinking, Communication Excellence, Results-Oriented, Adaptability, Media Relations, Crisis Communications, Budget Management, Team Leadership

Industry

Manufacturing

Description

Position Title Internal Communications & Employer Branding Manager Function/Group Human Resources Location Mumbai Shift Timing Regular Role Reports to HR Senior Director, GIC Remote/Hybrid/in-Office Hybrid ABOUT GENERAL MILLS We make food the world loves: 100 brands. In 100 countries. Across six continents. With iconic brands like Cheerios, Pillsbury, Betty Crocker, Nature Valley, and Häagen-Dazs, we’ve been serving up food the world loves for 155 years (and counting). Each of our brands has a unique story to tell. How we make our food is as important as the food we make. Our values are baked into our legacy and continue to accelerate us into the future as an innovative force for good. General Mills was founded in 1866 when Cadwallader Washburn boldly bought the largest flour mill west of the Mississippi. That pioneering spirit lives on today through our leadership team who upholds a vision of relentless innovation while being a force for good. For more details check out http://www.generalmills.com General Mills India Center (GIC) is our global capability center in Mumbai that works as an extension of our global organization delivering business value, service excellence and growth, while standing for good for our planet and people. With our team of 1800+ professionals, we deliver superior value across the areas of Supply chain (SC) , Digital & Technology (D&T) Innovation, Technology & Quality (ITQ), Consumer and Market Intelligence (CMI), Sales Strategy & Intelligence (SSI) , Global Shared Services (GSS) , Finance Shared Services (FSS) and Human Resources Shared Services (HRSS).For more details check out https://www.generalmills.co.in We advocate for advancing equity and inclusion to create more equitable workplaces and a better tomorrow. JOB OVERVIEW Function Overview Human Resources focuses on inspiring our talent and teams to drive winning performance. Through exceptional HR practices, support and tools, we enable our employees to maximize their full potential and develop world-class capabilities. Human Resources supports the business to build agile organizations while driving employee engagement. HR is aligned around three areas of practice: HR Operations, Centers of Expertise (CoE), and Business HR For more details about General Mills please visit this Link Purpose of the role The role of Internal Communications & Employer Branding Manager for the Global India Center (GIC) is responsible for shaping and executing comprehensive communication strategies that engage employees, promote a positive workplace culture, and enhance the GIC's reputation as an employer of choice. Additionally, this role would be responsible for communications support of both the Leader of the GIC, and in creating specific GIC-related communications initiatives for regional employees. The expectation is that this role would also work General Mills’ corporate communications team to ensure connection and amplification of broader General Mills’ enterprise strategies and deploying with scale. This role requires a strategic thinker with communication skills, a passion for employee engagement, and a strong understanding of employer branding principles. The role involves both hands-on execution and strategic oversight, ensuring alignment with both GIC objectives and corporate communications strategies. KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES Internal Communications Strategy: Develop and implement a comprehensive internal communications strategy for the GIC and/or GIC leaders, aligned with the organization's goals and values. Content Creation & Management: Create engaging and informative content for various internal communication channels, including newsletters, intranet, emails, town halls, and digital displays. Leverage enterprise content where and when relevant. Employee Engagement: Develop and execute communication plans to support employee engagement initiatives, fostering a sense of community and belonging within the GIC. Build and enhance the GIC's reputation as an employer of choice. Change Management Communications: Lead communication efforts related to organizational changes, ensuring clear, timely, and consistent messaging to employees. Employer Branding: Develop and execute employer branding strategies to attract top talent to the GIC in partnership with the Talent Acquisition team and Corporate Branding. External Communications: Manage external communications efforts on social media, and other channels, to promote the GIC's achievements and reputation. Collaboration: Work closely with the HR Function, Corporate Communications, and other stakeholders to ensure alignment of communication strategies and messaging. Measurement & Analysis: Track and analyze the effectiveness of communication initiatives, using data to inform future strategies and improve results. Budget Management: Manage the internal communications and employer branding budget, ensuring efficient allocation of resources. Team Leadership: Lead and mentor communications professional, providing guidance and support to achieve team goals. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Bachelor’s degree in communications, Public Relations, Marketing, or a related field. 10+ years of experience in internal communications, public relations, or employer branding, with a focus on employee engagement. Proven experience developing and executing successful communication strategies. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Strong understanding of employer branding principles and best practices. Experience with content creation and management across various channels. Ability to work effectively in a matrix organization, collaborating with multiple stakeholders. Strong project management skills and attention to detail. Experience with media relations and crisis communications. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Master's degree in a related field. Experience working in a global organization. Experience working in a Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) industry. Key Competencies: Strategic Thinking: Ability to develop and execute communication strategies aligned with organizational goals. Communication Excellence: Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to tailor messaging to different audiences. Employee Engagement: Passion for creating a positive and engaging workplace culture. Collaboration: Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders. Results-Oriented: Focus on achieving measurable results and driving continuous improvement. Adaptability: Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic environment. COMPANY OVERVIEW We exist to make food the world loves. But we do more than that. Our company is a place that prioritizes being a force for good, a place to expand learning, explore new perspectives and reimagine new possibilities, every day. We look for people who want to bring their best — bold thinkers with big hearts who challenge one other and grow together. Because becoming the undisputed leader in food means surrounding ourselves with people who are hungry for what’s next.

Responsibilities

The Internal Communications & Employer Branding Manager is responsible for developing and executing communication strategies that engage employees and enhance the organization's reputation. This role involves both hands-on execution and strategic oversight, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives and corporate communications strategies.