Office and Communications Lead

About the role

We have a great opportunity for an Office Operations & Communications Lead to join us, at our site in Listowel.

Reporting into the Site Manager, you will play a pivotal role in creating a positive, well‑run, and well‑connected workplace. You will drive the smooth operation of the office while shaping clear, engaging communication that keeps our employees aligned, informed, and proud to be part of Kerry Dairy Ireland.

This role blends office operations excellence with strong internal communications capability, supporting leaders, partnering with cross‑functional teams, and ensuring that all messaging and touchpoints reflect our brand, values, and purpose.

About Kerry Dairy Ireland

Kerry Dairy Ireland is a vertically integrated farm-to-fork business with a very substantial consumer foods presence and a leading nutritional and dairy ingredients division, delivering high-quality dairy solutions with a focus on sustainability and innovation. From partnering with local family farms to producing world-class dairy products, we ensure every step of our value chain reflects our commitment to excellence.

With over 50 years’ experience in milk processing, dairy and nutritional technology advancement, and product innovation, we are a key stakeholder in the global food industry and creators of a strong portfolio of market leading dairy brands including Cheestrings, Charleville and Coleraine Cheese, Dairygold, Golden Cow and our new SMUG range. Our from food, for food culture and deep-rooted connection to our 2,800 milk suppliers differentiates our business and offers captivating opportunities for our customers and consumers. 

Our dairy comes from some of the world’s richest grazing land and is produced by a network of Irish family farms that have one of the lowest carbon footprints in the world. Through a combination of expertise, innovation, and sustainability, Kerry Dairy Ireland is proud to shape the future of dairy while meeting the diverse needs of our farmers, customers, and communities.

Headquartered in Tralee, Co. Kerry, we operate multiple manufacturing facilities in the southwest of Ireland, including Listowel, Charleville, Newmarket, and Farranfore. Additionally, we manage 29 Farm & Home stores throughout the region, ensuring comprehensive coverage and service. In Northern Ireland and the United Kingdom, our presence extends to key locations in Portadown, Coleraine, and Ossett.

Globally, Kerry Dairy Ireland employs over 1,600 dedicated professionals across Ireland, Northern Ireland, the UK, USA, Netherlands, Spain, Germany, and China. In 2024, we achieved a turnover of approximately €1.3 billion, reflecting our commitment to excellence and growth.

What you'll be doing

• Oversee daily office operations.
• Coordinate scheduling, meetings, and logistics.
• Manage facilities and vendor relationships.
• Ensure availability of office supplies and resources.
• Develop internal communication plans.
• Create content for newsletters, intranet, and updates.
• Partner with teams to ensure consistent messaging.
• Support cultural and engagement initiatives.
• Support external communication materials.
• Ensure brand consistency across communications.
• Act as central coordination point.
• Build strong cross-functional relationships.

What you can bring to the role

• Proven experience in office management, site administration, or operational coordination within a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrated background in internal communications, employee engagement, or organisational communications.
• Experience partnering with cross functional teams and senior leaders to support operations and communication initiatives.
• Track record of managing multiple priorities, deadlines, and stakeholders effectively.
• Experience supporting culture, engagement, or change management programmes is an advantage.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and digital communication tools.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Highly organised, with strong attention to detail and problem-solving ability.
• Third level qualification in Business Administration, Communications, HR, Marketing, or a related field (or equivalent experience) is desirable but not required.
• Professional certification in communications, project management, or office administration is also desirable but not required.  

What we can offer

At Kerry Dairy Ireland, we believe in giving talented, curious people the opportunity to make a difference. We work as a team, searching for the best ways to inspire food and nourish life.

We are a community of innovators, working across disciplines to solve global food challenges with a fresh approach. We want you to achieve whatever you put your mind to.

We also offer:

• 25 days annual leave (excluding bank holidays)
• Hybrid working
• Health Care
• Matched pension scheme
• Benefits platform offering discounts and cashback on major retailers.

Get in touch today!

In Kerry Dairy Ireland we benefit from the knowledge of our colleagues who bring a diverse range of cultures, backgrounds, lifestyles and experiences. One team fostering an inclusive culture that, above all, inspires food and nourishes life. One culture where everyone brings their unique perspectives and experiences to help make us better, together. We are committed to nurturing an environment of positivity and inclusiveness, where everyone can be at their best, both personally and professionally.

Our recruitment, selection and assessment process are based on the skills and competencies of the specific roles and based entirely on merit.  We are committed to and value Diversity and Inclusion in all recruitment processes within Kerry and do not discriminate based on gender, race, class, economic status, ethnic background, sexual orientation, age, political beliefs, veteran status, marital status or any other protected characteristic.