Pernod Ricard

Pernod Ricard

SpiritsSpain HQ: MadridGlobal HQ: Paris, France19000 employeesFounded 1975www.pernod-ricard.comMadrid

Pernod Ricard is one of the world's largest spirits and wine companies, headquartered in Paris, France. The company owns a prestigious portfolio of brands including Absolut vodka, Jameson whiskey, Havana Club rum, and Beefeater gin, operating in over 160 countries with roughly 19,000 employees globally.

Company History

Pernod Ricard was created in 1975 through the merger of two French pastis companies - Pernod and Ricard. Over the past five decades, it has grown through strategic acquisitions of major spirits brands, becoming the second-largest spirits company globally and building a strong, premium portfolio.

For International Professionals

  • Pernod Ricard offers opportunities in brand management and finance, with several trainee and junior positions open in Spain for those starting their career
  • The company usually operates in English within its global structure, though knowledge of Spanish is valuable for local roles
  • Madrid serves as the main Spanish hub, where most of the company's current openings appear to be based
  • International employees can expect exposure in a diverse portfolio of premium brands and professional development through global market networks
  • Pernod Ricard is known for its innovative and sustainable approach, including the 'Good Times from a Good Place' 2030 sustainability strategy

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