Corporate & Government Affairs Specialist, GR & IT

Who we are?

We are JDE Peet’s. We craft coffee for every cup and build brands for every heart.

JDE Peet’s is the world’s leading pure-play coffee company, serving approximately 4,400 cups of coffee per second in more than 100 markets. Guided by our ‘Reignite the Amazing’ strategy, we are focusing on brand-led growth across three big bets: Peet’s, L’OR, and Jacobs, alongside a collection of 9 local icons; such as Douwe Egberts, Kenco, Pilao, Old Town, Moccona, Super, Gevalia, Friele, Marcilla. In 2024, JDE Peet’s generated total sales of EUR 8.8 billion and employed a global workforce of more than 21,000 employees.

What’s it like to work at JDE Peet’s?

We believe amazing things happen over a cup of coffee. Together, we create those moments every day, turning ideas into impact and possibilities into reality. At JDE Peet’s, we work as one team guided by our values: we Dare to Amaze, Own It, Make It Simple, and Win Together. Here, you’ll find the freedom to innovate, the courage to take bold steps, and the support to grow your career in a global environment.

Come join our team and discover what your cup of amazing can be!

Find out more at http://careers.jdepeets.com

We are seeking for a Corporate & Government Affairs (CGA) Specialist to cover Greece and Italy . The role is reporting to CGA Lead Southern Europe and is focused on informing and/or influencing multiple categories of internal and external audiences/stakeholders to support the improvement of the environment in which JDE Peet’s operates in the Southern European Cluster, including:

• Government Relations (influencing government policy and legislative direction to improve JDE Peet’s regulatory and economic environments);
• Public Relations (communications to the media to protect and promote JDE Peet’s reputation);

• Community Relations/Corporate Responsibility (active involvement with the communities in which JDE Peet’s operates to address social, economic, and environmental challenges and promote JDE Peet’s’ image in a positive way).
• Sustainability (participates in the local execution of the sustainability program of JDE Peet’s in the relevant markets, taking into account the strategic guidance of the global sustainability team at JDE Peet’s);
• Internal communication: Support the development and implement a broad internal communication strategy to ensure a proactive and consistent internal information;
• Legal support: including Regulatory support, Compliance and operational activities.

Working at JDE Peet’s is hands-on, giving you the chance to leave your mark while working together as one team. We’re a fast-paced company on a mission, focused on what matters most. Our environment demands energy, agility, and bold thinking. If you’re ready to make an impact and grow in a global team, JDE Peet’s is the place for you.

For this role as a CGA Specialist GR & IT, we’re looking for someone who has the following skills and experience:

• A bachelor’s degree in Law, Political Science, Communication or Public Relation; MA in Law would be an asset.
• 2-3 years relevant work experience on Corporate Affairs/ Corporate Communications or Legal, preferably in the FMCG or food sector.
• Ability to translate complex communication messages into clear and relevant content for various target groups.
• An excellent networker and a solid business partner.
• Organization-sensitive, analytical, energetic and proactive.
• Creative, both strategic and pragmatic and with a keen eye for detail.
• Excellent command of English, Italian or French would be considered as an asset.

Your application at JDE Peet's If you are interested in this career opportunity at JDE Peet's, apply and join us. After receiving your application we will do our utmost to give you quick feedback. Part of the recruitment procedure at JDE Peet's would be an online assessment, followed by interviews. A pre-employment check can be part of the recruitment process.

Our DE&I Statement

At JDE Peet’s we aim to create a better future where we authentically serve, reflect and embrace everyone. We believe in fostering a more diverse, equitable and inclusive organisation where everyone feels comfortable to truly be who they are and unleash their full potential. This means we do not tolerate discrimination on the basis of our race, ethnicity, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, nationality, age, disability, or any other trait protected by law.

Throughout the entire employee lifecycle, we place DE&I at the core of our people processes. This enables us to drive objectivity and eliminate any potential bias, ensuring an inclusive experience in the workplace. Do not hesitate to reach out if you require any reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process.

Our efforts on this agenda have earned us the prestigious Catalyst Award, as well as the Fair Pay Leader Certification in 2025 thanks to an unexplained gender pay gap of 0.52%.

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