McDonalds

Manager, Brand Marketing

McDonalds$115K — $144K *
Retail & Consumer Goods
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Experience in brand strategy, integrated marketing, or campaign development.
  • Ability to create integrated plans and translate strategy into actionable campaign guidance.
  • Curious mindset with comfort in conceptual thinking.
  • Skilled in coordinating multiple stakeholders and maintaining project timelines.
  • Detail-oriented with strong project management skills and high quality standards.
  • Excellent communication skills for clear briefs and feedback synthesis.

Responsibilities

  • Help develop and execute the global Family strategy through integrated planning and asset development.
  • Lead the creation of integrated marketing communications (IMC) for Family campaigns, ensuring consistency across channels.
  • Produce and coordinate global campaign assets with internal teams and agencies for timely and brand-aligned delivery.
  • Collaborate with the Partnerships team to manage partner relationships and align on campaign development.
  • Support key strategic projects through analysis, brief creation, and market updates alongside leadership.
  • Ensure project rigor by managing timelines and synthesizing feedback into actionable next steps.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health insurance including medical, dental, vision, and mental health coverage.
  • Life insurance and a 401(k) plan.
  • Adoption assistance program and educational assistance program.
  • Flexible working arrangements and robust time off policies.
  • Bonus and long-term incentive eligibility.
Full Job Description
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Duties

The Manager, Brand Strategy (Family) will help bring global Family strategy to life through strong integrated planning, asset development, and market-ready execution. This role partners closely with the Partnerships team and supports the Director and Senior Manager on priority initiatives-ensuring campaigns are cohesive, on-brief and built for markets to leverage effectively.

Support the new Family Strategy and Future of Play

Lead development of the integrated marketing communications (IMC) approach for global Family campaigns, helping connect channel roles, messaging and assets into one cohesive plan.

Produce and coordinate core global campaign assets, partnering with internal teams and agencies to ensure deliverables are on time, on brand and easy for markets to adopt.

Work closely with the Partnerships team to manage partner relationships through campaign development-driving alignment, surfacing opportunities, and ensuring partner needs are reflected in plans.

Support the Director and Senior Manager on key strategic projects (e.g., Family hospitality, McCafé implementation and other priority initiatives), contributing to analysis, briefs, recommendations and market updates.

Bring rigor to the process by managing timelines, inputs and decision points, and by synthesizing feedback into clear next steps that keep teams moving.

Qualifications

You have experience in brand strategy, integrated marketing, and/or campaign development,

You can build integrated plans and translate strategy into clear campaign guidance and assets that teams can use.

You are curious and is comfortable with conceptual thinking.

You're comfortable coordinating multiple stakeholders (markets, agencies and cross-functional partners) and keeping projects moving against timelines.

You're detail-oriented and organized, with strong project management skills and a high bar for quality.

You bring strong communication skills-able to write clear briefs, synthesize feedback, and create simple narratives.

Core Competencies
• IMC planning and campaign integration
• Asset development
• Cross-functional collaboration (Partnerships, markets, agencies)
• Project management and operational excellence
• Clear writing, briefing and stakeholder communication
• Problem solving and follow-through

Compensation

Bonus Eligible: Yes

Long - Term Incentive: Yes

Benefits Eligible: Yes

Salary Range

The expected salary range for this role is $115,872.00 - $144,840.00 per year

The above represents the expected salary range for this job requisition. Ultimately, in determining your pay, we may also consider your experience, and other job-related factors.

Benefits eligible: This position offers health and welfare benefits, including but not limited to comprehensive health insurance, which includes medical, prescription drug, mental health, dental and vision coverage, as well as, life insurance; a 401(k) plan; adoption assistance program; educational assistance program; flexible ways of working; and time off policies (including sick leave, parental leave, and vacation/PTO).

About McDonalds

McDonald's Careers

Join the vibrant team at McDonald's, a global leader in the fast-food industry, and be part of a company known for its exceptional culture and commitment to innovation and leadership. At McDonald's, we offer a range of job opportunities that cater to a variety of skills and professional aspirations, making it an ideal place to jumpstart or advance your career. Work You'll Do At McDonald's, every position is an opportunity to grow. Whether you're looking for an entry-level role or a managerial position, you'll find that McDonald's supports your career ambitions with robust training programs and growth opportunities. Our team is dedicated to helping you develop the leadership and professional skills necessary for success in any endeavor. Join our diverse team and contribute to a culture that values innovation, leadership, and diversity. McDonald's is not just a workplace but a community where you can thrive professionally and personally. McDonald's Employment Benefits Choose a career at McDonald's and enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that supports both your professional and personal life. From competitive salaries and health benefits to employee discounts and flexible schedules, McDonald's is committed to the well-being of our team members. We also offer exclusive leadership and diversity training programs that empower our employees to take on new challenges and lead with confidence. Internship Opportunities Kickstart your career with a McDonald's internship. Our internships provide invaluable workplace experience and a chance to develop essential skills in a supportive environment. Interns at McDonald's work on real projects, learn from industry leaders, and gain exposure to the operational excellence that drives our global success. Innovation at McDonald's At the heart of McDonald's culture is a drive for innovation. We continuously seek innovative solutions to enhance the dining experience of our customers and improve our operational efficiencies. By joining our team, you'll collaborate on exciting projects that push the boundaries of what's possible in the fast-food industry. Networking and Professional Development McDonald's encourages professional development and networking through various initiatives and platforms. Connect with colleagues, mentors, and industry leaders who can help you navigate your career path and achieve your professional goals. Our commitment to career development is reflected in our ongoing training programs and our proactive approach to internal promotions and hiring. Join Our Team Explore the job opportunities at McDonald's and find the position that matches your skills and interests. We are hiring creative, curious, and motivated individuals who are ready to contribute to our dynamic team. Check out our open positions and apply today to take the first step towards a rewarding career at McDonald's. Stay Connected Keep up to date with the latest career tips, company news, and industry insights—all from the people who work here at McDonald's. Subscribe to our careers blog and personalize your experience to receive updates that align with your career interests. McDonald's is more than just a company—it's a place where you can make a difference. Join us and help shape the future of the fast-food industry while building a career that you can be proud of.
Learn more about McDonalds
Size
200,000 employees
Market Cap
$194.1 billion
Industry
Net Income
$4.7 billion
Founded
1955
5 Year Trend
-1.2%
Revenue
$19.2 billion
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