Director of Communications, Americas

S&P Global•Washington, DC

21h•$95,007 - $166,056

About The Position

The Director of Communications, Americas, leads the development and execution of communications for S&P Global Energy across the Americas. The role enhances the division’s visibility and reputation by building relationships with key media, supporting senior stakeholders, and ensuring consistent, strategic messaging. It requires close collaboration with colleagues, leadership, and subject matter experts to deliver communications that support divisional and corporate goals. The Director develops communications strategies that position S&P Global Energy as a leader in data, insights, news, and benchmarks across global energy and commodities markets. The role supports media relations, tracks regional coverage and communications metrics, contributes to strategic planning and crisis response, and collaborates on internal communications campaigns and content.

Requirements

At least 10 years of experience in external communications, media relations, or public relations.
Experience developing and executing regional PR strategies, using creativity to achieve resonance and reach, and identifying and driving high-value opportunities.
Experience drafting and managing communications materials for internal and external audiences and crafting clear messages for diverse audiences.
Demonstrated ability to build relationships with colleagues, stakeholders, media outlets, and industry influencers, take ownership, and drive actions forward.
Strong project management skills and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to handle time-sensitive issues and support media relations during crisis situations.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Fluency in written and spoken English.
High degree of AI literacy to help plan, prepare, and measure communications efforts.
Indefinite right to work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

Experience in financial services, energy, data analytics, or technology.
Familiarity with financial and commodities markets, data services, or analytics sectors.

Responsibilities

Develop and execute the S&P Global Energy communications strategy for the Americas, aligned with divisional and corporate objectives.
Collaborate with senior leaders and subject matter experts to craft narratives and communicate strategic initiatives and innovations.
Draft and distribute external communications, including press releases, statements, media advisories, pitch materials, and bylined articles.
Ensure communications align with S&P Global's values, vision, strategic goals, and communications guidelines.
Build and maintain relationships with colleagues, stakeholders, global media, industry analysts, and regional journalists.
Coordinate media interviews, press briefings, and events to promote divisional initiatives and corporate goals.
Monitor and report communications results in line with divisional and enterprise strategic goals.
Manage media relations during crises, providing effective responses and mitigating reputational risks.
Create internal content and manage internal events as required.
Track regional media coverage and internal metrics to assess communications effectiveness and alignment with business goals.
Contribute to communications planning and execution, including crisis communications and rapid-response strategies.