Corporate Communications & External Relations Partner

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Job Summary: We are seeking a Corporate Communications & External Relations Partner to define, implement, and monitor institutional communication and external relations strategies, reinforcing Sumol Compal’s reputation. Key Highlights: 1. Support the Institutional Communication and External Relations Strategy 2. Develop communication and stakeholder engagement initiatives 3. Utilize and promote new AI tools in communication At Sumol Compal, we nurture a dream: to make every day an opportunity to make life more flavorful. We are market leaders in the non-alcoholic beverages sector in Portugal. Our core activities include the development, management, production, marketing, and distribution of unique and innovative brands. We are looking for a **Corporate Communications \& External Relations Partner** for **Carnaxide, Lisbon.** Join us! **YOUR CHALLENGE** Reporting to the **Corporate Affairs \& Sustainability Directorate**, the candidate will assume the following responsibilities: * Support the definition, implementation, and review of the Institutional Communication and External Relations Strategy; * Develop and implement institutional communication initiatives and strategic stakeholder engagement activities to reinforce Sumol Compal’s reputation and positioning; * Develop institutional content and messaging that reinforce corporate positioning, reputation, and identity; * Prepare communication materials for institutional initiatives, corporate events, and external engagement activities; * Develop monitoring and evaluation frameworks for communication initiatives’ impact, delivering analysis and recommendations; * Monitor the organization’s digital presence, as well as communication and reputation indicators; * Utilize and promote the adoption of new tools, methodologies, and Artificial Intelligence solutions applied to the function; * Coordinate collaboration with external partners and suppliers; * Collaborate on the preparation of the department’s Operational Plan and Budget; * Ensure functional supervision, guidance, and development of team members with lower seniority levels. **WHAT MAKES YOU THE IDEAL CANDIDATE** * Higher education degree in Communication, Marketing, or related fields; * Minimum 5 years of experience in similar roles; * Knowledge of institutional communication, digital communication, and corporate reputation and positioning management; * Experience in defining, tracking, and analyzing communication metrics; * Experience in project management and coordination of external partners; * Proficiency in English; * Interest in sustainability, corporate reputation, and stakeholder engagement; * Analytical ability, organizational skills, dynamism, and results orientation; * Excellent communication and interpersonal relationship skills; * Team spirit, initiative, and ability to influence diverse stakeholders. More than an ideal CV, **we seek people who embody our values** — so if you are dynamic, creative, empathetic, team-oriented, resilient, and focused on results and customer satisfaction, we are confident you will make a difference. **WHY WE ARE THE BEST CHOICE** You will have the opportunity to join a Portuguese company with over 80 years of history and market leadership in the non-alcoholic beverages sector in Portugal. We are a *house of brand*, deeply committed to our values and focused on building a sustainable future — because tomorrow matters. We offer competitive compensation aligned with your responsibilities, including performance-based bonuses, as well as a comprehensive benefits package covering health and wellbeing, highly attractive communications allowances (including equipment acquisition), special purchase conditions for our brands, and a nationwide network of partner discounts and advantages. **Employment Segment:** Marketing Communications, Communications, Corporate Communications, Marketing