Director, Corporate Communications

X-energy•Rockville, MD

1d•$192,375 - $218,250•Hybrid

About The Position

X-energy LLC is hiring a Corporate Communications Director. This position is responsible for developing and implementing X-energy’s internal and external communications strategies in support of the company’s business objectives, reputation, and growth. The role serves as a strategic communications advisor to senior leaders and leads the development of corporate narratives, executive communications, media relations, issues and reputation management, and major company announcements. The role is expected to bring sound judgment, strong editorial instincts, and a proactive approach to identifying communications opportunities, while helping measure and continuously improve the effectiveness of X-energy’s communications programs.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in communication, public relations, business, or related field.
Seven or more years of experience developing and implementing communication plans, corporate communications, media relationships, community or stakeholder engagement, or public affairs.
Understanding of best‑practice public relations programs and communication approaches.
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to think both creatively and strategically.
Ability to translate complex technical content into clear and engaging narratives for varied audiences.
Experience working with social and traditional media.
Strong knowledge of corporate communications disciplines, including media relations, issues management, external engagement, and public affairs.
Demonstrated experience working with diverse communities and stakeholder groups.

Responsibilities

Lead media relations strategy, including proactive engagement with national, trade, business, energy, and local media; identification of high-value storytelling opportunities; and development of long-term relationships with key journalists and key stakeholders.
Lead issues and reputation management efforts, including monitoring emerging developments, assessing communications risks and opportunities, and developing timely response strategies.
Serve as a strategic communications advisor to senior leaders, providing counsel on corporate positioning, executive visibility, major announcements, stakeholder communications, and emerging reputational issues.
Lead communications planning and execution for significant corporate, commercial, regulatory, operational, and organizational developments, ensuring appropriate sequencing and alignment across internal and external audiences.
Build and maintain working relationships with relevant industry stakeholders, media contacts, trade press, and local community outlets to support communication efforts.
Support placement of X‑energy content in appropriate news and industry publications.
Serve as a spokesperson for X‑energy with media and external stakeholders, as appropriate.
Partner with Brand Marketing to ensure corporate communications and brand initiatives reinforce a consistent company narrative and strengthen awareness and reputation.
Provide communications support for operating units, Business Development, Operations, Government Affairs, stakeholder/rightsholder engagement, and company publications.
Maintain effective communication channels with strategic partners, subcontractors, customers, suppliers, think tanks, and relevant industry groups.
Coordinate subcontractors or marketing partners supporting Corporate Communications needs.
Develop measurement frameworks to evaluate communications effectiveness, media visibility, message penetration, reputation, and audience engagement, and use insights to continually refine strategy.
Manage external agencies, consultants, and communications partners as needed, ensuring high-quality work, effective use of resources, and alignment with company priorities.
Support and provide direction to communications team members and cross-functional contributors, helping establish consistent standards, processes, and best practices across the organization.
Perform additional duties as required.