Internal Communications Superstar

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Date: 19 Aug 2025

Location: THORNLEIGH, NSW, AU, 2120

Company: McDonald's Corporation

McDonald’s Australia is the largest quick service restaurant operation in the country. Fondly known as “Macca's”, we have been a household name in Australia for over 50 years, we believe that our customers are the heart and soul of everything we do and make it our mission to make every moment count! As an employer of choice winner time and time again, working with us means taking pride and having fun along the way; while growing and developing your career in a dynamic and supportive environment.

Could you be our next Internal Communications Superstar?

Are you a strategic storyteller with a passion for connecting people to purpose? Do you thrive in fast-paced environments where your creativity and influence can shape culture across a national workforce? If so, we’ve got a golden opportunity for you! McDonald’s Australia is on the lookout for a dynamic communications superstar to join our Impact and Corporate Relations team. This is your chance to shape internal communications for one of the most iconic brands in the world - bringing our strategy, values, and culture to life for over 100,000 employees across the country.

 

What can you expect on a day-to-day basis?

  • Designing and delivering a bold, multi-channel comms strategy that drives engagement across the System
  • Creating content that rallies our people around McDonald’s strategy and values from email to podcasts to Town Halls
  • Uncovering and sharing powerful stories from across our local and global teams
  • Owning our internal platforms and keeping the heartbeat of Macca’s culture pulsing
  • Partnering with senior leaders and global teams to align messaging and elevating employee experience

Your keys to success:

  • Tertiary qualifications in communications or a related field
  • Extensive experience leading and managing the development and delivery of internal and change communications in a complex, geographically dispersed organisation.
  • Strong ability to build rapport and maintain proactive peer-to-peer relationships 
  • A strong storyteller, with a nose for news and uncovering great opportunities 
  • A can-do attitude and commitment to delivering tasks on time, to the highest standards  
  • Experience with digital and audio platforms  

Relish in the Macca’s difference when you join the Golden Arches:

  • Competitive Remuneration Package. We offer a total reward package of base salary, health care and target incentive plan (bonus).
  • 5 Weeks of Annual Leave. Switch off and recharge or explore your passions outside of work with an additional week of annual leave each calendar year.
  • Highly Flexible Work Environment. Our teams have embraced a hybrid working model, balancing working remotely and connecting in the office to support our people and how they best add value.
  • Birthday & Volunteer Leave. Enjoy a day-off during your birthday month and 3 days annually to volunteer for a registered charity you are passionate about.
  • Ongoing Professional Development.  We are committed to developing our people by investing in leadership programs and free access to LinkedIn Learning.
  • Modern Office with Sustainable Amenities. Newly revamped office located in Thornleigh featuring the latest technology and electric car chargers to support eco-friendly commuting.
  • Macca’s Staff Discount & Retail Discounts. Enjoy discounted Macca’s at any restaurant across Australia and access to hundreds of retail discounts.
  • Access To Our 24/7 Wellbeing Partner (Sonder) For You & Your Immediate Family. Using the Sonder app, access free and confidential safety, medical and mental health support via chat or phone with accredited professionals.
  • A Fun & Vibrant Culture. Immerse yourself in local and Macca’s only events and experiences from day one of working with us.

At Macca’s, our doors are open to everyone, and we live by our Golden Rule: treating everyone with dignity, fairness and respect, always. We’re committed to building a safe, inclusive and welcoming workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered - it’s our people who make us Macca’s.

 

As an equal opportunity employer, we strongly encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, identities and experiences. If you have a disability, illness or injury and need adjustments during the recruitment process, we’re here to help, just reach out to start the conversation.