Sr HR Communications Strategist

Valero Energy • San Antonio, TX

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About The Position

The Sr HR Communications Strategist is an advanced individual contributor role responsible for executing creative development, planning, and strategic delivery of internal and employee-focused external communications. This position requires expertise in internal communications, advanced writing/editing skills, project management, and innovative content creation to engage Valero's workforce and enhance understanding of benefits and programs. The ideal candidate will be a consensus-builder who can initiate strategic messaging and respond to communication needs effectively, while promoting Valero's global brand and culture.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or higher-level degree required.
• 5 years of experience in written communications, creative writing, internal or corporate communications, and/or digital communications required.
• Preferred degree in Strategic Communications, Mass Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, or related field.
• Bilingual communications skills preferred.
• Able and willing to work on-site at the Valero San Antonio location.

Responsibilities

• Generate clear and innovative ideas that educate, promote, and engage Valero's workforce and global brand.
• Collaborate with HR Communications manager to execute internal communications initiatives and coordinate cross-department efforts.
• Provide responsive and professional HR Communications support to HR and other stakeholders.
• Develop and execute strategic plans, manage HR content calendars, and facilitate quality communication for HR stakeholders.
• Advise HR teams on effective options for workforce recruitment and brand promotion.
• Drive development of creative content for Valero.com/Careers site and manage content updates.
• Streamline and manage internal communications requests and fulfillment processes.
• Oversee and create content for internal audiences using visual and written communication strategies.
• Create clear and concise employee awareness communications and develop bilingual versions as needed.
• Ensure consistent messaging for employee-facing projects across diverse audiences.
• Plan and ensure quality HR social media content that meets HR objectives.
• Manage video and photography projects from pre-production through post-production.
• Create and manage internal digital billboards content and serve as writer for reports and communications projects.
• Act as a primary point of contact for Corporate Communications and field HR teams.
• Provide creative guidance and messaging support for HR Communications team members.
• Handle production logistics and editing of multimedia content.
• Develop targeted communications campaigns to align project goals with stakeholder objectives.
• Provide video and photography post-production support and coordinate with editors.
• Develop rapid responses for effective crisis communication efforts.

Benefits

• Excellent benefits package
• Opportunities for personal growth
• Caring and committed culture

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Industry: Petroleum and Coal Products Manufacturing
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree