Inspire Brands is seeking a Manager, International Communications, to serve as a strategic communications partner to our international business which oversees more than 10,000 locations outside the U.S. This role sits at the intersection of corporate communications and internal communications, supporting an expanding international portfolio of iconic brands.
This position is a balance between internal and external communications, requiring a communicator who can seamlessly operate across both disciplines, shaping how we engage team members and franchisees, while also elevating and protecting Inspire’s reputation externally across global markets.
The ideal candidate is a strategic thinker and hands-on operator who thrives in a fast-paced, global environment and understands how communications drives business outcomes, from alignment and engagement to media positioning and market expansion.
This position is an onsite 80% role at the Atlanta Global Support Center.
Responsibilities
Corporate & External Communications- Own and execute international communications strategy, elevating Inspire and our brands across global markets and stakeholders.
- Lead proactive storytelling and earned media efforts that showcase international growth, market expansion, and brand innovation.
- Earn visibility for major business milestones, including market entries, development agreements, restaurant openings, partnerships, and launches.
- Develop and approve key external communications, including press releases, Q&As, talking points, spokesperson briefs, and reactive statements.
- Serve as a communications advisor to the International Leadership Team on media engagements, speaking opportunities, and reputational considerations.
- Lead communications planning for major milestones and global initiatives across markets and regions.
- Partner with regional leaders, franchisees, and agency partners to drive consistent and locally relevant communications.
- Support issues management and crisis communications.
- Drive external visibility through earned media, executive platforms, and corporate social channels.
- Develop internal communications strategies that support business priorities, international growth, and enterprise initiatives.
- Create scalable communications frameworks for international teams, franchisees, and licensees.
- Translate complex business strategies into clear, actionable communications for global stakeholders.
- Create executive messaging, leadership communications, and enterprise updates.
- Partner with International leadership to strengthen communication effectiveness across markets and audiences.
- Lead communications for organizational changes, strategic initiatives, town halls, and franchise conventions.
- Manage and evolve internal communications channels and programs to maximize reach and engagement.
- Measure communications effectiveness and use insights to improve impact.
- Ensure communications are culturally relevant and resonate across diverse global markets.
- Serve as a trusted communications advisor to the International Leadership Team, providing counsel on messaging, positioning, and stakeholder engagement
- Translate the company and leadership strategy into durable communications frameworks executed consistently across markets
- Partner cross-functionally with Marketing, Communications, Operations, Development, Legal and Brand teams to ensure aligned, integrated communications
- Proactively identify opportunities where communications can drive greater alignment, engagement, or business impact
- Represent communications strategy and performance in leadership forums and cross-functional settings
- Maintain and evolve communications best practices, frameworks, and standards across the international organization
- Leverage data, insights, and emerging tools to improve communications effectiveness, including AI-enabled content creation and workflow optimization
- 6+ years of experience in corporate communications, public relations, internal communications, or integrated communications
- Experience supporting global or multi-market organizations strongly preferred
- Proven ability to operate across both internal and external communications disciplines
- Experience working in complex, matrixed environments with multiple stakeholders
- Background in restaurant, retail, hospitality, franchising, or consumer brands is a plus
Required Knowledge, Skills, or Abilities
- Internal & Corporate Communications Execution - Strong writing and editing skills, with experience developing clear, engaging communications for both internal (employees, franchisees) and external audiences
- Executive Communications Support - Ability to draft and refine messaging for senior leaders, including talking points, presentations, and key announcements
- Project Management & Campaign Execution - Proven ability to manage multiple communications initiatives simultaneously, coordinating timelines, stakeholders, and deliverables
- Cross-Functional Collaboration & Stakeholder Management - Ability to work effectively across teams and build strong relationships to align messaging and execution
Measurement & Continuous Improvement - Familiarity with tracking communications effectiveness and applying insights to improve performance over time
We’re made up of some of the world’s most iconic restaurant brands, but we’re much more than just a restaurant company. We’re a team of hundreds of thousands who individually and collectively are changing the way people eat, drink, and gather around the table. We know that food is much more than a staple—it’s an experience. At Inspire, that’s our purpose: to ignite and nourish flavorful experiences.
Skills Required
- 6+ years of experience in corporate communications, public relations, internal communications, or integrated communications
- Strong writing and editing skills for internal and external audiences
- Ability to develop executive messaging, talking points, presentations, and announcements
- Proven ability to manage multiple communications initiatives, timelines, stakeholders, and deliverables
- Ability to collaborate cross-functionally and manage stakeholder relationships
- Familiarity with measuring communications effectiveness and applying insights for improvement
- Experience supporting global or multi-market organizations
- Experience in restaurant, retail, hospitality, franchising, or consumer brands
Inspire Brands Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Inspire Brands and has not been reviewed or approved by Inspire Brands.
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Healthcare Strength — Comprehensive health coverage, mental health support, disability insurance, and related programs are emphasized for support‑center and eligible management roles. Materials also reference options like HSAs and EAPs as part of a broad healthcare offering.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Unlimited PTO is highlighted for support‑center roles alongside paid leaves such as parental and adoption assistance. Feedback suggests these time‑off elements are a core part of the corporate employee value proposition.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Employee food discounts, on‑site amenities (e.g., gym, snacks, and similar perks), and lifestyle programs add tangible day‑to‑day value. Additional benefits like commuter options, financial wellness tools, and pet insurance further broaden the package.
Inspire Brands Insights
What We Do
Inspire Brands was founded in February 2018 with a vision to invigorate great brands and supercharge their long-term growth. In an industry facing increasing disruption, our leaders saw an opportunity to build a restaurant company unlike any other – one that brings together differentiated yet complementary brands and aims to make them stronger than they would be on their own. Found inherently in the purposes of our family of brands, we identified a common thread between our restaurants – the capacity to inspire. From guest experience to career development to community well-being, Inspire plays a role in the lives of millions of people every day.
