Media Relations Advisor

About the Role

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement media plans that enhance the company's reputation and contribute to business outcomes.
• Interface often with journalists, editors, and media outlets.
• Prepare briefing documents, press disclosures, media advisories, and other communications materials.
• Coordinate and manage media events, including press conferences, interviews, and media tours.
• Monitor media coverage and provide regular reports to senior management.
• Respond to media inquiries and act as the company's spokesperson when necessary.
• Collaborate with other teams to ensure consistent messaging across all communications channels.
• Stay up to date with energy industry trends and best practices in media relations.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in public relations, communications, journalism, or a related field.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in a media relations or related role, and 5 years of experience in government or with a trade group that works on industry issues.
• Exceptional writing and editing skills with experience in AP style.
• Strong interpersonal skills and extensive professional network in media circles.
• Ability to interpret technical subjects and conveying them in an accessible manner to a diverse audience.
• Influential communicator, capable of persuading and guiding without direct authority.
• Quick comprehension and articulation of complex topics.
• Keen interest and understanding of matters pertaining to energy, economics, the environment, corporate responsibility, and government affairs.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• Proven ability to identify and manage opportunities and risks.
• A track record managing complex, high-stakes issues for a major company.
• A proactive, collaborative mindset, cultural sensitivity, and familiarity with the dynamics of a vast, global enterprise.

Nice to Have

• Experience working in or with government or trade groups on industry issues.
• Experience with energy industry trends and best practices in media relations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in public relations, communications, journalism, or a related field.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in a media relations or related role, and 5 years of experience in government or with a trade group that works on industry issues.

Benefits & Perks

• The expected annual salary range for this position is $130,000 - $300,000. Individual pay will be determined based on various factors, which may include skills, abilities, qualifications, work experience, and education.
• Pension Plan: Enrollment is automatic and at no cost to you. The basic benefit is a monthly annuity to be paid to you in retirement for the rest of your life.
• Savings Plan: You can contribute between 6% and 20% of your pay and are encouraged to enroll right away. If you contribute at least 6% to your savings plan, the Company will contribute a 7% match.
• Workplace Flexibility: Programs such as 'Flex your Day', leaves of absence, and part-time work.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans.
• Culture of Health: Programs and resources to support your wellbeing.
• Employee Health Advisory Program: Confidential counseling for you and your family, including mental health and resiliency tools at no additional cost.
• Disability Plan: Income replacement for illness or injury, with automatic enrollment at no cost.