Communications Lead Analyst

AES•Salt Lake City, UT

2d•$97,500 - $121,550

About The Position

We are seeking a Communications Lead Analyst to support strategic communications for AES' US Renewables & Power portfolio. In this role, you will help strengthen AES' reputation as a trusted energy partner and industry leader by developing compelling communications that connect with a wide range of stakeholders. Reporting to the Senior Manager, Strategic Communications, you will contribute to project communications, media relations, digital communications, thought leadership initiatives, and stakeholder engagement programs across priority markets. This is an exciting opportunity to influence communications strategies that support the development of renewable energy projects with long-term positive impact. You will collaborate with colleagues across business functions, helping translate complex industry and project information into clear, engaging, and credible communications. Success in this role comes from strong communication skills, sound judgment, curiosity, collaboration, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.

Requirements

Experience in communications, public affairs, public relations, marketing, journalism, stakeholder engagement, community relations, or a related field.
Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, Journalism, Political Science, Environmental Policy, or a related discipline, or equivalent professional experience.
Experience supporting projects within renewable energy, utilities, infrastructure, sustainability, or other regulated or community-facing industries is valued.
Exceptional written, verbal, and presentation communication skills.
Ability to translate complex information into clear messages tailored to different audiences and communication channels.
Strong project management, planning, prioritization, and organizational skills.
Experience building productive relationships across diverse teams and stakeholder groups.
Experience working with agencies, consultants, vendors, or external partners.
Sound judgment and professionalism when managing sensitive information or rapidly evolving situations.
Familiarity with media monitoring, stakeholder management, digital communications, content management, social listening, or project management platforms.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to delivering high-quality work.
Ability to travel as business needs require.

Responsibilities

Support AES' external communications strategy, helping strengthen the company's reputation as an innovative, responsible, and trusted energy leader.
Develop and execute communications plans for project milestones throughout the project lifecycle, from early development through operations.
Create project narratives and engagement strategies that support community meetings, public events, open houses, construction milestones, media opportunities, and other stakeholder-facing activities.
Develop communications campaigns that support priority business objectives, policy initiatives, and regulatory engagement efforts.
Transform technical and industry-specific information into clear, accessible, and engaging content for diverse audiences.
Create communications materials including FAQs, fact sheets, presentations, newsletters, website content, public notices, talking points, social media content, and stakeholder communications.
Identify and amplify stories that showcase AES' innovation, community partnerships, economic contributions, responsible development practices, and leadership in the energy transition.
Support media engagement across project markets and identify opportunities to strengthen AES' visibility and credibility.
Monitor local media, public records, and emerging topics to inform communications planning and proactive stakeholder engagement.
Develop media materials, leadership messaging, response strategies, and briefing resources.
Support issue management and crisis communications efforts related to project activities, emerging issues, and reputational considerations.
Help ensure consistent messaging and communication readiness across projects and stakeholders.
Partner with cross-functional teams to align communications activities with project and business priorities.
Build trusted relationships across a matrixed organization and serve as a strategic communications partner to assigned teams.
Manage relationships with agencies, consultants, vendors, and external partners.
Contribute to the development of tools, templates, reporting mechanisms, and scalable processes that enhance communication effectiveness and consistency.