Director, Public Affairs - Energy

FTI Consulting • Houston, TX

4d • $102,000 - $173,000

About The Position

As a Director in the Energy and Natural Resources Sector, you will support the day-to-day management of client accounts in energy and natural resources. You will manage communications across account teams, develop and execute communications strategies, draft client-facing materials, and advise clients on internal, peer, and market developments as they relate to media. The role includes client delivery, business development, and practice leadership responsibilities.

You will serve as a day-to-day client contact for energy and natural gas accounts, manage work quality across multiple accounts, write and edit communications materials, counsel clients on industry and market developments, engage with media on clients’ behalf, and provide onsite media support at local events and meetings. You will also maintain client relationships, contribute to proposals and program measurement, support thought leadership, and lead and mentor junior staff.

FTI Consulting provides professional development through on-the-job learning, self-guided courses and certifications, a dedicated coach, and programs for career milestones. The position requires authorization to work in the United States on a full-time basis; visa sponsorship is not available. The stated base salary range is $102,000 to $173,000, with actual compensation dependent on relevant factors.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant industry or field.
• At least 5 years of work experience in a communications agency, state or federal government, issues work, or political campaigns.
• Strong public policy, writing, editing, and research skills.
• Solid understanding of strategic communications, including traditional media relations and digital and social media program management.
• Project management skills and ability to proactively support and counsel key client relationships.
• Strong time- and priority-management skills and ability to manage multiple client projects.
• Experience with blogging tools such as WordPress, publishing software, social media platforms such as Twitter, database tools, and pitching media to secure client coverage.
• Advanced proficiency in PowerPoint, Excel, and Word.
• Understanding of Associated Press Style Guidelines.
• Ability to travel to client sites and FTI offices as needed.
• Must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis; the employer will not sponsor work visas.

Nice To Haves

• Oil, natural gas, and mining experience.
• Established professional network and experience with media contacts.
• Experience in crisis preparedness, assessing client readiness and potential risks, supporting crisis management plans and communications strategies, and participating in crisis tabletop and simulation exercises.
• Desire and ability to work in a fast-paced, multitasking, deadline-oriented environment with regular change.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a day-to-day client contact for energy and natural gas accounts and manage the overall quality of work on multiple accounts.
• Write and edit engagement and communications plans, strategy memos, presentations, emails, media pitches, and web content.
• Understand clients’ business strategies, services, stakeholders, and competitive landscapes, and deliver timely, high-quality, client-ready work.
• Anticipate client needs and counsel clients on industry, company, and market developments.
• Engage with media on clients’ behalf and provide onsite media support at local events and meetings.
• Identify resource needs and coordinate with managers on assigning responsibilities.
• Support billing procedures to ensure timely and accurate client invoices.
• Maintain client relationships and help clients assess program needs.
• Assist with program measurement and progress reports, and participate in new-business proposals and presentations.
• Identify opportunities to add value for clients.
• Improve client service and support the development, production, and marketing of thought leadership on emerging trends and issues.
• Anticipate difficult situations and evaluate strategies and alternatives with senior management.
• Manage competing demands and take responsibility for outcomes while supporting colleagues.
• Lead and mentor junior staff, manage individuals and teams, and develop relationship-building efforts.

Benefits

• Healthcare coverage
• Retirement savings
• Paid leave
• Family support benefits
• Financial protection benefits
• Wellbeing resources

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director