Manager, Global Stakeholder Strategy & Partnerships

Pay Transparency: $112,860 – $143,900
McDonald’s Office Location: MHQ
Global Grade: G4

Company Description

McDonald’s is proud to be one of the most recognized brands in the world, with restaurants in over 100 countries serving 70 million customers daily. We continue to operate from a position of strength. Our updated growth strategy is focused on staying ahead of what our customers want and realizing further growth potential. Our relentless ambition is why McDonald’s remains one of the world’s leading corporations after almost 70 years. Joining McDonald’s means thinking big and preparing for a career that can have influence around the world.

At McDonald’s, we see every day as a chance to create a positive impact. We lead through our values centered on inclusivity, service, integrity, community, and family. From support of Ronald McDonald House Charities to our Youth Opportunity project and sustainability initiatives, our values keep us dedicated to using our scale for good: good for our customers, people, industry, and planet. We also offer a broad range of outstanding benefits, including a sabbatical program, tuition assistance, and flexible work arrangements.

Job Description

Are you passionate about global issues and building relationships that drive meaningful impact? As the Manager of Global Stakeholder Strategy & Partnerships on McDonald’s Global Impact Team, you’ll play a pivotal role in strengthening our brand and advancing our priorities across People, Planet, and Business.

Reporting to the Senior Manager, Global Stakeholder Strategy & Partnerships, you’ll manage the implementation of strategic stakeholder engagement plans, foster partnerships, and represent McDonald’s at major global events like Climate Week and COP. Collaborating across teams, you’ll identify emerging issues, mitigate risks, and champion McDonald’s efforts to drive responsible business growth.

Job Responsibilities

• Help shape and optimize McDonald’s global external stakeholder engagement strategy—mapping, auditing, and managing partnerships that align with our ambitions and values.
• Create and manage a calendar of key global stakeholder events that provide opportunities to enhance brand reputation.
• Execute activations at global convenings, including COP and UNGA/Climate Week, ensuring meaningful engagement that aligns with strategic business objectives.
• Build and nurture relationships with key external stakeholders, including industry groups, influencers, NGOs, and policymakers, to ensure that McDonald’s interests are represented.
• Drive McDonald’s reputation-building efforts through outreach, education, and proactive storytelling to key audiences.
• Develop a “One McDonald’s Way” of external stakeholder engagement and support upskilling of internal teams and global markets.
• Develop, manage, and champion an internal system for tracking stakeholder relationships.
• Monitor global news, political developments, and emerging issues to identify risks and opportunities, working with policy managers, markets, and internal functions to proactively address potential challenges.

Benefits eligible: Yes
Bonus eligible: Yes
Long-term incentive eligible: Yes
Expected salary range: $112,860 – $143,900 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.

Qualifications

Who You Are

You’re a strategic thinker and skilled relationship-builder who thrives in fast-paced environments. You’re adept at analyzing complex data, navigating global issues and risks, and identifying proactive opportunities to elevate McDonald’s reputation. A natural communicator, you’re as comfortable advising senior leaders as you are engaging with external stakeholders. You’re excited about working on global issues and with international audiences, including with multilateral institutions like the UN.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related discipline or equivalent work experience.
• 5+ years in public affairs, government relations, or a similar role.
• Expertise and interest in key policy areas: sustainability, human rights, labor standards, franchise business model, and more.
• Strong project management skills with the ability to adapt to rapidly changing priorities.
• Familiarity with global legislative and policy processes, including the UN system.
• Proven track record of external stakeholder engagement and cross-functional collaboration.
• Exceptional communication, research, and analytical skills.
• Some domestic and international travel may be required.

Additional Information

Benefits eligible: This position offers health and welfare benefits, 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). Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on job classification and length of employment.

Bonus eligible: This position is eligible for a bonus, calculated based on individual and company performance.

Long-term incentive eligible: This position is eligible for stock or other equity grants pursuant to McDonald’s long-term incentive plan.

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