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Location:
Chicago, US, 60654
At Barry Callebaut, we are on a journey to transform the cocoa and chocolate industry. As the world’s leading manufacturer of high-quality chocolate and cocoa products, our actions truly shape the future of our industry. We are a business-to-business company, serving the entire food sector, from the cocoa bean to the finest chocolate product. We are a company with a purpose, we believe in doing well by doing good and reinvesting in the communities we operate. We have a long-standing commitment to sustainability and our goal is to shape a sustainable cocoa and chocolate future. We are headquartered in Zurich, and have more than 12,000 passionate Employees working in more than 40 countries worldwide. We are very proud of who we are and what we do. And of course, we are always looking for talented people to help us have a positive impact on our industry and beyond!
About the Role
The Director Corporate Communications NA contributes to the global corporate communications strategy and initiatives for internal and external audiences, shape Barry Callebaut’s image as the world’s largest manufacturer of high-quality cocoa and chocolate products and as a leader in sustainability and build high awareness through Public Relations and corporate communications within regional scope.
The Director Corporate Communications is also the business partner for specific key stakeholders namely the regional presidents and functional business leaders.
Job Responsibilities Include
- Contribute to the Group’s communications strategy, and develop and drive impactful corporate communications activities with defined stakeholders
- Develop and implement internal & external communications plan, to ensure that employees understand the company’s values, strategy, goals and direction.
- Set-up and lead the development and execution of PR strategy and initiatives to maximize the company’s exposure and to position the brand with the target segments.
- Serve as in-house communications consultant for top management, prepare top management speeches and external PR opportunities
- Act as the main point of contact for media within the region, handle media inquiries, maintain excellent relationship with media and maximize exposure in press and editorial columns.
- Develop regional content (including written articles, photography and video) across various internal and external communication channels and social media landscape.
- Develop press activities and material for press release distribution, launches/announcements, interviews/queries, conferences, etc. across all major business and initiatives in Africa (especially relating to the relevant business partners and stakeholder).
- Track the company’s media exposure, market news and potential issues.
- Monitor, evaluate and report on the effectiveness of communications to make appropriate improvements and recommendations.
- Liaise with Corporate Communications to cascade information to media and employees (e.g. corporate results announcements, major M&A activities, etc.)
- Build and manage external agency relationships to ensure successful delivery of plan, including budget management.
- Handle all communications aspect related to crises.
Scope:
The scope of the role is BC North America Region comprising our operations in the USA, Canada and Mexico. The operations include the US, Canada and Mexico factories, as well as our Commercial Offices and GBS in Monterrey.
About You
- Bachelor / master’s degree in economics, Business Administration, Communication or similar
- About 7-10 years of experience within a similar role in a multinational company preferably in the food industry or media agency
- Ability to adapt corporate communications strategies to local environment and needs of local target audiences
- Communication professional with a network of key media and journalists
- Management experience and budgeting know-how
- Fluent in English and Spanish. French language is an additional asset.
- Experience in the food industry is preferred.
- Proven success designing and executing communications strategies and campaigns
- Up to date on industry trends and able to stay ahead of the curve
- Travel requirements: Willingness to travel within region in scope
What you can expect from Barry Callebaut
- Salary Range of $160,000-$180,000, depending on factors such as experience and location, plus annual bonus and our comprehensive benefits package
- MyFlex PTO (unlimited!) and Paid Holidays
- Environment that welcomes workplace flexibility and hybrid environment
- An atmosphere where diversity is embraced, and inclusivity is second nature. We call it #OneBC!
- Just ask our champions with the Americas Women’s Forum and the Racial Equality Forum!
- Ability to grow personally and professionally within an organization that values development and internal career growth
We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive team and encourage all qualified candidates to apply. Be part of our mission in making sustainability the norm through Forever Chocolate with priorities centered around prospering farmers, zero child labor, carbon and forest positive, and creating 100% sustainable ingredients in all our products.
At Barry Callebaut, we are committed to Diversity & Inclusion. United by our strong values, we thrive on the diversity of who we are, where we come from, what we’ve experienced and how we think. We are committed to nurturing an inclusive environment where people can truly be themselves, grow to their full potential and feel they belong. #oneBC - Diverse People, Sustainable Growth.
Director, Corporate Communications Americas
Location:
Chicago, US, 60654
At Barry Callebaut, we are on a journey to transform the cocoa and chocolate industry. As the world’s leading manufacturer of high-quality chocolate and cocoa products, our actions truly shape the future of our industry. We are a business-to-business company, serving the entire food sector, from the cocoa bean to the finest chocolate product. We are a company with a purpose, we believe in doing well by doing good and reinvesting in the communities we operate. We have a long-standing commitment to sustainability and our goal is to shape a sustainable cocoa and chocolate future. We are headquartered in Zurich, and have more than 12,000 passionate Employees working in more than 40 countries worldwide. We are very proud of who we are and what we do. And of course, we are always looking for talented people to help us have a positive impact on our industry and beyond!
About the Role
The Director Corporate Communications NA contributes to the global corporate communications strategy and initiatives for internal and external audiences, shape Barry Callebaut’s image as the world’s largest manufacturer of high-quality cocoa and chocolate products and as a leader in sustainability and build high awareness through Public Relations and corporate communications within regional scope.
The Director Corporate Communications is also the business partner for specific key stakeholders namely the regional presidents and functional business leaders.
Job Responsibilities Include
- Contribute to the Group’s communications strategy, and develop and drive impactful corporate communications activities with defined stakeholders
- Develop and implement internal & external communications plan, to ensure that employees understand the company’s values, strategy, goals and direction.
- Set-up and lead the development and execution of PR strategy and initiatives to maximize the company’s exposure and to position the brand with the target segments.
- Serve as in-house communications consultant for top management, prepare top management speeches and external PR opportunities
- Act as the main point of contact for media within the region, handle media inquiries, maintain excellent relationship with media and maximize exposure in press and editorial columns.
- Develop regional content (including written articles, photography and video) across various internal and external communication channels and social media landscape.
- Develop press activities and material for press release distribution, launches/announcements, interviews/queries, conferences, etc. across all major business and initiatives in Africa (especially relating to the relevant business partners and stakeholder).
- Track the company’s media exposure, market news and potential issues.
- Monitor, evaluate and report on the effectiveness of communications to make appropriate improvements and recommendations.
- Liaise with Corporate Communications to cascade information to media and employees (e.g. corporate results announcements, major M&A activities, etc.)
- Build and manage external agency relationships to ensure successful delivery of plan, including budget management.
- Handle all communications aspect related to crises.
Scope:
The scope of the role is BC North America Region comprising our operations in the USA, Canada and Mexico. The operations include the US, Canada and Mexico factories, as well as our Commercial Offices and GBS in Monterrey.
About You
- Bachelor / master’s degree in economics, Business Administration, Communication or similar
- About 7-10 years of experience within a similar role in a multinational company preferably in the food industry or media agency
- Ability to adapt corporate communications strategies to local environment and needs of local target audiences
- Communication professional with a network of key media and journalists
- Management experience and budgeting know-how
- Fluent in English and Spanish. French language is an additional asset.
- Experience in the food industry is preferred.
- Proven success designing and executing communications strategies and campaigns
- Up to date on industry trends and able to stay ahead of the curve
- Travel requirements: Willingness to travel within region in scope
What you can expect from Barry Callebaut
- Salary Range of $160,000-$180,000, depending on factors such as experience and location, plus annual bonus and our comprehensive benefits package
- MyFlex PTO (unlimited!) and Paid Holidays
- Environment that welcomes workplace flexibility and hybrid environment
- An atmosphere where diversity is embraced, and inclusivity is second nature. We call it #OneBC!
- Just ask our champions with the Americas Women’s Forum and the Racial Equality Forum!
- Ability to grow personally and professionally within an organization that values development and internal career growth
We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive team and encourage all qualified candidates to apply. Be part of our mission in making sustainability the norm through Forever Chocolate with priorities centered around prospering farmers, zero child labor, carbon and forest positive, and creating 100% sustainable ingredients in all our products.
At Barry Callebaut, we are committed to Diversity & Inclusion. United by our strong values, we thrive on the diversity of who we are, where we come from, what we’ve experienced and how we think. We are committed to nurturing an inclusive environment where people can truly be themselves, grow to their full potential and feel they belong. #oneBC - Diverse People, Sustainable Growth.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship in Communications Lead
Translate your credentials into PERM-ready language
Your resume needs to mirror the minimum requirements the employer will list on the PERM application. A degree in journalism, communications, or public relations maps cleanly to EB-3 professional category, while a master's degree or specialized research background can support an EB-2 filing.
Target employers with active I-140 filing history
Media companies, corporate communications departments, and large nonprofits file I-140 petitions regularly for Communications Lead roles. Search DOL PERM disclosure data to confirm that a prospective employer has sponsored workers in communications-adjacent positions before, not just in technical roles.
Verify your role qualifies as a specialty occupation
The O*NET occupation profile for Communications Leads documents the degree requirements and specialized knowledge the position demands. Pull this profile before interviews so you can articulate why the role requires a specific field of study, which USCIS scrutinizes during the I-140 review.
Use Migrate Mate to filter sponsoring employers directly
Searching generalist job boards buries green card sponsors among employers who won't file. Migrate Mate surfaces Communications Lead positions from employers with documented PERM and I-140 sponsorship history, so you're applying to roles where the pathway already exists.
Negotiate PERM filing timing before you accept an offer
PERM labor certification can take 12 to 18 months or more before you even reach the I-140 stage. Clarify whether your prospective employer plans to file concurrently with your start date or after a probationary period, since that gap directly affects your green card timeline.
Check your country's EB-3 priority date backlog early
EB-3 professional category is current for most countries, but nationals from India and China face significant backlogs that stretch years beyond the PERM and I-140 approval stages. Review the monthly Visa Bulletin from the State Department to model your realistic residency timeline before committing to a sponsorship path.
Green Card Communications Lead: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Communications Lead role qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 sponsorship?
Most Communications Lead positions qualify for EB-3 professional sponsorship, which requires a bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as communications, public relations, journalism, or marketing. If the role requires a master's degree or the candidate holds advanced credentials with specialized expertise, the employer may file under EB-2 instead. The employer's job description and minimum requirements drive the classification.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B for a Communications Lead?
H-1B visa is a temporary work visa subject to an annual lottery cap, while EB-2 and EB-3 green card sponsorship leads to permanent residency with no lottery. PERM labor certification adds 12 to 24 months to the front of the process, but EB-3 is not subject to an annual cap the way H-1B registrations are, making it a more predictable pathway for most nationalities.
What does the PERM process look like for a communications role specifically?
The employer posts the Communications Lead position through a DOL-supervised recruitment process to document that no qualified U.S. worker applied. The job description must reflect actual duties and minimum requirements, not inflated credentials. Roles in communications are generally approvable, but vague degree requirements or overly broad responsibilities can trigger a DOL audit, which adds six to twelve months to the timeline.
How can I find Communications Lead jobs that offer green card sponsorship?
Most job postings don't advertise green card sponsorship explicitly, which makes filtering difficult on general platforms. Migrate Mate is built specifically to surface roles from employers with documented PERM and I-140 filing history in communications and adjacent fields, so you can target your applications to companies that have already committed to sponsoring foreign workers.
Can my employer sponsor me for a green card if I'm currently on OPT or H-1B?
Yes. Employers can initiate PERM labor certification while you're on OPT, STEM OPT, or H-1B. If you're on H-1B and your I-140 gets approved, you can extend your H-1B in three-year increments under AC21 portability rules while your green card application moves through the queue. Starting PERM early protects your timeline regardless of your current status.