Compass Corporate A family of companies and experiences
As the leading foodservice and support services company Compass Group USA is known for our great people, great service, and our great results. If youve been hungry and away from home chances are youve tasted Compass Groups delicious food and experienced our outstanding service. We have over 284,000 US associates who work in award-winning restaurants, corporate cafes, hospitals, schools, arenas, museums, and more in all 50 states. Our reach is constantly expanding to shape the industry and create new opportunities for innovation. Join the Compass family today - great people, great services, great results.
Each and every individual plays a key role in the growth and legacy of our company. We know the next big idea can come from anyone. We encourage developing and attracting expertise that differentiates us as a company as we continue to raise the bar.
Job Summary
The SVP of Communications is a strategic enterprise-level leader responsible for defining and driving the organizations communication strategy with a focus on market positioning, reputation management, internal coordination, and change management.
Reporting to the Chief Strategy Officer, the SVP oversees both the internal and external communications functions, integrating these areas under a unified strategy and operating model. The role is a trusted advisor to executive leadership, ensuring that communications reinforce business priorities and key themes are woven through Compass and its operating sectors.
Responsibilities
Executive & Enterprise Narrative
Create the companys overarching messaging and identify the appropriate channels as part of an overarching cohesive communications strategy
Partner with the CEO and other senior executives to craft and deliver consistent high-impact communications
Strike the balance between consistent Compass-wide themes and individual sector-led focus areas
Advise on how to optimize communications for GEO
Provide executive oversight for crisis communication planning readiness and response
Coordinate closely with other relevant functions, operations, and the global communications team where appropriate to ensure external messaging aligns with reputational priorities
Monitor reputational risks and develop proactive positioning strategies as needed
Change Management
Define and own the communications strategy for major enterprise initiatives and changes, including system and process implementations
Partner with HR Business Enablement and business leaders to communicate organizational impact and foster change understanding and engagement
Design scalable communication frameworks that support change across diverse employee populations
Functional Support & Coordination
Oversee relevant support for all corporate functions to ensure communications to the business are planned and sequenced effectively
Align team resources and messaging strategies to ensure coordination efficiency and message consistency
Manage relationship with creative and content production team to ensure brand and voice standards are maintained
Qualifications
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Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.
Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history, including relevant driving history, in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act.
Compass Corporate maintains a drug-free workplace.
Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.
Associates at Corporate are offered many fantastic benefits, including:
Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, click here or copy-paste the link below for paid time off benefits information: https://www.compass-usa.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/23_WageTransparency_CorpAndFoodbuy.pdf
Req ID: 1503767
Compass Corporate