Global Corporate Communications: Executive Communications and Operations Manager

Elanco•Indianapolis, IN

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

At Elanco (NYSE: ELAN) – it all starts with animals! As a global leader in animal health, we are dedicated to innovation and delivering products and services to prevent and treat disease in farm animals and pets. At Elanco, we are driven by our vision of Food and Companionship Enriching Life and our purpose – all to Go Beyond for Animals, Customers, Society and Our People. At Elanco, we pride ourselves on fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment. We believe that diversity is the driving force behind innovation, creativity, and overall business success. Here, you’ll be part of a company that values and champions new ways of thinking, work with dynamic individuals, and acquire new skills and experiences that will propel your career to new heights. Making animals’ lives better makes life better – join our team today! Your Role: Global Corporate Communications: Executive Communications and Operations Manager We are seeking a highly organized, strategic, and results-oriented individual to join our dynamic team supporting global corporate communications and executive communications. Corporate Communications is responsible for strengthening Elanco’s corporate reputation as a leader and changemaker in animal health by executing strategic thought leadership platforms and driving the corporate narrative. This pivotal role will be responsible for shaping and executing communications from our executive leadership – internally and externally -- while also ensuring our communications function runs efficiently and consistently. The position will play a critical role in bringing clarity across the communications team, actively listening to synthesize diverse ideas and brainstormed concepts, translating them into clear, actionable, and well-documented strategic plans and initiatives.

Requirements

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture, Communications, Journalism, English, Public Relations, Marketing or Business
Required Experience: 4+ years’ experience within Agriculture, Communications or Marketing
Top Skills: Executive communications strategy and project management

Nice To Haves

Experience in agriculture, animal health, food, or related industry communications, with a strong understanding of regulated or complex environments
Exceptional communication skills across written, verbal, social, and presentation formats, with the ability to influence and engage stakeholders at all organizational levels
Proven ability to develop and execute comprehensive communications strategies that drive engagement, results, and alignment with business objectives
Strong strategic thinking and project management capabilities, translating broad strategy into clear, actionable plans and delivering complex initiatives on time and within scope
Highly collaborative, self-directed professional with strong learning agility and a completer-finisher mindset, able to operate independently while driving work to successful completion

Responsibilities

External Engagement & Media Relations: Work with team leaders and agency support to identify and secure key external engagement opportunities (keynotes, events, media relationships, online) for Elanco leaders, providing comprehensive content support and coaching. Proactively create news opportunities and leverage business actions to drive top-tier media coverage.
Executive Social Media Strategy: Develop and implement integrated and fluid executive social media strategies and content, enhancing the visibility and influence of Elanco's leadership.
Internal Communications: Support the CEO’s town halls, drive internal VIVA posts and other executive comms strategies in collaboration with the internal communications team to support employee engagement, align with business strategy, build trust and confidence in management, and positively impact company culture and morale.
Project Management & Execution: Develop and manage detailed project plans, manage communication business plan tracking, communicate project changes and progress effectively, and implement swift and decisive procedures to optimize opportunities and resolve issues. This requires a highly organized approach and strong project management skills to ensure all initiatives are driven to completion.