Corporate Affairs Graduate Programme

Corporate Affairs Graduate 

Start date: September 2026 

Contract: full time; permanent

Join Kerry and Shape the Future of Sustainable Nutrition 

At Kerry, we’re tackling one of humanity’s greatest challenges: delivering sustainable nutrition to over 2 billion people while protecting our planet. It’s a monumental task, and we need ambitious graduates bursting with innovative solutions to real-world problems. If you’re an agile, collaborative team player, we offer a career where you can make a real difference and help secure our future. 

Do you have what it takes to deliver sustainable nutrition to over 2 billion people? Rise to the challenge with one of our Graduate Programs. 

This permanent, full-time role begins with a structured 2-year programme that includes rotational placements across different teams and functions. From day one, you’ll be immersed in real-world challenges, supported by a global network of mentors, and empowered to make meaningful contributions. With structured learning, cross-functional exposure, and opportunities to relocate across Europe, the programme is designed to give you the skills, confidence, and experience to thrive in your career. 

Our Corporate Affairs Program

We are focused on influencing stakeholder behaviour in support of Kerry’s brand, reputation, culture and business vision, strategies, and priorities. We are a dynamic, results-focused function, supporting an ambitious company and growth agenda. The roles available are highly visible, and will contribute significantly to our globally connected, locally led team. 

As a Corporate Affairs Graduate, you will play a key role in shaping and executing communication strategies that align with Kerry’s values, brand, and business priorities. This position offers a unique opportunity to work within a dynamic team at the forefront of influencing stakeholder perceptions and enabling Kerry to achieve our Vision to become our customers most valued partner, creating a world of sustainable nutrition. 

What you might be doing 

In your role, you could dive into a variety of exciting tasks and responsibilities, such as: 

• Strategic Communication Execution: Execute strategic communication plans aligned to Kerry’s Vision, Purpose and Values, including messaging, content creation, and distribution across various channels. 

• Content Creation: Develop engaging and impactful content for various communication channels such as Workplace, Kerry.com, KHNI and social media. Collaborate with internal teams to create compelling stories that resonate with different audiences. 

• Stakeholder Engagement: Cultivate and maintain relationships with internal stakeholders to effectively communicate Kerry’s Vision, Purpose and Values. Act as a liaison between departments to promote a unified and aligned communication strategy. 

• Event Coordination: Support the planning and execution of corporate events, ensuring messaging consistency and effective communication. Coordinate pre-event, during-event, and post-event communication to maximize impact and engagement. 

• Brand Management: Support the governance and enhancement of Kerry’s brand identity through consistent messaging and visual elements across all communication platforms. Contribute to initiatives that enhance brand reputation and awareness and help to build a community of brand ambassadors and storytellers internally. 

• Measurement and Reporting: Monitor and analyse communication channels to measure effectiveness and identify areas for improvement, utilising data-driven insights to inform future strategies. 

Do you have what it takes?

• You’re on track for a degree in communications, journalism, public relations, marketing, or a related field 

• You have strong project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment. 

• You are proficient in digital communication tools and platforms, including social media management and content creation software. 

• You have interpersonal and collaboration skills. 

• You are able to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic business environment. 

• Familiarity with the food, beverage, or pharmaceutical industry is a plus. 

* Kerry Graduates must have permanent Right to Work in Europe or UK (for UK based roles) and be willing to relocate to other European countries during the program.

Submit your application only for the program of your interest. Any multiple applications will be withdrawn.