We are embarking on a new chapter where we lead by setting entirely new standards for the industry. We are in a growing market with many exciting new opportunities! Do you want to join us on this journey and help us establish new milestones for the future of Just Eat? Then continue to read.

As Just Eat’s Public Affairs and Corporate Communications Manager in Denmark you will be in charge of our corporate reputation. You will define, lead and execute our public affairs and corporate communications strategy on topics relevant to the company and to support the business’ strategic goals. In addition, you will engage with stakeholders including media and policy stakeholders to shape the way Just Eat is perceived by them.

An important part of your role is to help cross-functional internal stakeholders understand how our work supports Just Eat’s business ambitions and enhances the focus on the long-term reputation of the company. We expect you to leverage your experience in working with journalists, policy stakeholders, interest groups and/or trade associations to help shape and support the organisation’s strategic goals on topics such as platform work, AI, labour market, innovation and sustainability.

To ensure global alignment on these topics, you will work in close collaboration with our Central Corporate Communications and Public Affairs teams, located at Just Eat Takeaway.com’s headquarters in Amsterdam as well as the Country Director in Denmark.

“We were the first, now we want to continue being the best”

Our story began in 2001, when Just Eat was established in Denmark, with a mission to make the most of every food moment. In 2014 we truly became a global family when we became stock listed and conquered the foodworld! However, we did not stop there - in 2020 we merged together with Takeaway.com, and our culinary family established its headquarters in Amsterdam. Today, we are spreading the scent of delicious meals, tasty groceries, and meeting convenience needs in a total of 20 countries.

Locally, we pride ourselves on being a responsible employer and a top player on the market. By being bold and leading the field, we have established ourselves as the only company on the market with a collective agreement for our couriers, highlighting our dedication to the well-being of our employees. Our commitment extends beyond our workforce to our valued customers and we constantly strive to meet and exceed their expectations. Our challenger and performance-driven culture empowers us to innovate and achieve our goals, fostering an environment where every team member can thrive and play an important role.

All about the role…

You are responsible for setting-up and further professionalising the Public Affairs and Corporate Communication function. Furthermore, you will:

• Monitor relevant media coverage and regulatory, policy and political developments, assess their impact on the company’s and deliver analyses to key internal stakeholders;
• Promote and represent Just Eat’s vision and values towards a broad range of stakeholders. Identify key media and policy issues, listen carefully to others’ views and opinions, and distil and share the company’s perspective on those issues with external stakeholders on local and national level, such as journalists, governmental bodies, think tanks, public interest groups or relevant industry associations.
• Design and draft Public Affairs and Corporate Communications strategy in close collaboration with the Danish business priorities and in alignment with our companies global goals.
• Draft position papers and press releases on core issues, by working across functions to ensure alignment between business objectives and your Corporate Communications and Public Affairs strategy;
• Facilitate high-level meetings between Just Eat Denmark's executives and key stakeholders including journalists, senior government officials, regulators, industry associations and alliance partners to promote and advocate the company’s commitment to public policies.
• Represent JET externally in publications, events, and policymaker settings.

Can you deliver?

Here are the qualifications and attributes we seek in a candidate for the role of Public Affairs and Corporate Communications Manager in Denmark:

• Bachelor and/or Master’s degree, or equivalent practical experience, preferably in Communications, Political Science or Law.
• Minimum of 5-8 years/substantive experience working in public affairs and/or corporate communications within an in-house corporate policy or communication function, consultancy firm, interest group/trade association or in government.
• Experience in working independently on public affairs and/or corporate communication tasks and knowledge of and a network in both the Danish political and institutional sphere and media landscape.
• A self-starter and team player with a hands-on and can-do attitude, willingness to learn, and ability to adapt quickly and in a rapidly changing environment;
• Ability to manage multiple priorities with a high attention to detail, and drive projects to successful completion.
• Strong language skills and the ability to write and translate complex issues into a language suitable for either technical or non-technical audiences and to communicate impactfully in person and writing.
• Full proficiency in Danish and English.

What do we offer?

We are known for offering our employees ownership, freedom, engaged colleagues, and leadership that leads by example. We can make quick decisions, and there is room to learn from mistakes. Additionally, we have a long list of employee benefits and a great rewards package, including:

• Work phone and computer
• Pension plan, market competitive salary and health insurance
• Employee discounts when ordering food and convenience, as well as many other employee benefits
• A responsible employer with a focus on strong growth as a first mover, prioritising employees, partners, customers, and the environment
• A work environment that fosters creativity, where innovation is valued, and where we work together to achieve success

What is on the table?

For us, people are important, which is something that circles in our DNA. This is evident in our competitive terms for both our couriers and office staff. Our values are Lead-Deliver-Care, and stand for:

LEAD 'Challenger and Performance Culture' - We lead by taking responsibility for our employees, partners, customers, and the world around us. A challenge does not scare us and we never give up. Feedback is something we value greatly and see as an opportunity to grow.

CARE 'We got you' - We have close relationships among colleagues, are open to change, and are eager to learn as well as develop. As a consumer, we know your needs and make it happen!

DELIVER 'Responsibility is in our DNA' - Our partners and customers are always our focus, and we keep our promises. We are a business built by people and take full employment responsibility, among other initiatives, by being the only player on the Danish market to have a collective agreement for our couriers.

Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging

No matter who you are, what you look like, who you love, or where you are from, you can find your place at Just Eat Takeaway.com. We’re committed to creating an inclusive culture, encouraging diversity of people and thinking, in which all employees feel they truly belong and can bring their most colourful selves to work every day.

Interested?

If this takeaway journey sounds appealing to you, we look forward to receiving your application. With us, only your creativity sets the limits, so go ahead and send your application today!

Questions?

If you have any questions regarding the position, you are very welcome to contact the responsible recruiter Frida Warlo, frida.warlo@justeattakeaway.com.

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