What are the responsibilities and job description for the Corporate Public Relations Manager position at Mettler Toledo?
Corporate Public Relations Manager
Location Columbus, Ohio, United States
Date posted December 10, 2025
Job ID 20903
Our Opening and Your Responsibilities
We are seeking an experienced and strategic Group Communications Manager to lead and manage a variety of department workstreams. While activities may vary, the core areas of responsibility include supporting external and internal communications initiatives. The role works at the global level, helping support communications for our more than 17,000 talented employees. External areas of responsibility include executive-level external communications, media relations, crisis communications, social media, and providing research, knowledge, and strategic approaches regarding AI technologies and how it can be leveraged to benefit both corporate communications and the Company. The successful candidate will be a trusted advisor and content creator, ensuring consistent, impactful communications that are aligned with our corporate strategy and values. They will report to the Head of Group Communications and work from our office in either Columbus, Ohio or Warsaw, Poland via a hybrid schedule.
External Communications
- Provide external communications counsel and support for the Company, creating messages that enhance and protect corporate reputation.
- Counsel will include recommendations for the CEO and executive team, along with providing tactical support.
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders (HR, IR, Legal, Marketing, etc.) to ensure message alignment and strategic positioning.
- Act as the main department social media strategist and coordinator.
- Assist the Head of Group Communications in crafting and delivering messages for external stakeholders, including the media, customers, and partners.
- Support communications planning and response during crises, regarding sensitive issues, or concerning other reputational threats.
- Ensure rapid and coordinated execution of communication plans during critical moments.
- Update and enhance the mt.com newsroom.
- Conduct research and provide actionable insights regarding AI technologies and their impact and benefit to the Company.
- Shape and lead strategic department roadmap projects, such as the internal communications employee survey and high-visibility employee engagement initiatives.
- Manage or contribute to other strategic communication campaigns and cross-functional initiatives, as assigned, such as the annual Corporate Responsibility Report.
- Provide internal CEO communications support, as needed and assigned.
- Serve as internal CEO communications backup as needed.
- Be a core, active contributor to the Group Communications editorial teams.
What You Need to Succeed
- 7 years in corporate communications, with a strong focus on external communications, including PR/media relations, crisis communications, executive communications, and social media. Internal communications experience is also highly desired.
- Exceptional writing and editing skills, and proven ability to write for a variety of audiences and formats.
- Familiarity with digital storytelling and social media strategies, including executive-level social media approaches.
- Experience in crisis communications and issues management.
- Has a positive, proactive, and highly collaborative workstyle.
- High interest in and a basic understanding of AI technologies.
- Experience in a Fortune 1000 or global organization preferred.
- Strong interpersonal and advisory skills; able to influence senior leaders and cross-functional teams.
- Track record of managing confidential information with discretion.
- Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple projects.
- Familiarity with Microsoft SharePoint.
- Bachelor’s degree in communications, Public Relations, Journalism, or a related field; advanced degree a plus.
Our Offer to You
- Medical, dental and vision care coverage and a 401(k) savings plan with company matching – all starting on date of hire
- Tuition reimbursement, employee wellness programs, plus other perks and discounts
- Parental and caregiver leave policies
- All the usual benefits such as paid time off, flexible spending, short-and long-term disability, basic life insurance, business travel insurance, Employee Assistance Program, and domestic partner benefits
- Global market strength and worldwide leadership in weighing
- A brand name that is identified worldwide with precision, quality, and innovation
- Thousands of patents, design and innovation awards
- A commitment to extraordinary service on our state-of-the-art equipment
About Mettler Toledo
METTLER TOLEDO is a global leader in precision instruments and services. We are renowned for innovation and quality across laboratory, process analytics, industrial, product inspection, and retailing applications. Our sales and service network is one of the most extensive in the industry. Our products are sold in more than 140 countries, and we have a direct presence in approximately 40 countries. For more information, please visit www.mt.com.
Equal Opportunity Employment
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We give consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other protected classification. You can find more details in our Equal Employment Opportunity Policy.
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