Strategic Communications Advisor

ExxonMobil • Houston, TX

296d

About The Position

The Strategic Communications Advisor (Business Line Lead) will be responsible for the development and execution of comprehensive communication strategies for a business line (Upstream, ExxonMobil Product Solutions or Low Carbon Solutions) to enhance the company's brand, reputation, and stakeholder engagement.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in communications, Public Relations, Marketing, or a related field (Master's degree preferred).
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in strategic communications, public relations, or a related field.
• Proven track record of developing and executing successful communication strategies.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Skilled in interpreting technical subjects and conveying them in an accessible manner to a diverse audience.
• Influential communicator, capable of persuading and guiding without direct authority.
• Quick comprehension and articulation of complex topics.
• Keen interest and understanding of matters pertaining to energy, economics, the environment, corporate responsibility, and government affairs.
• Outstanding project management abilities, with the flexibility to adapt to shifting priorities; experience in public policy is a plus.
• A proactive, collaborative mindset, cultural sensitivity, and familiarity with the dynamics of a vast, global enterprise.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic communications direction to ExxonMobil business line.
• Ensure integration/alignment of communications plans and activities with overall corporate strategic goals.
• Develop briefing documents, gain alignment on key messages, and inform colleagues to ensure broad understanding and coordination of communications strategies.
• Lead and develop communications professionals and work closely with the broader Public & Government Affairs team.
• Establish, build, and nurture a strong network of relationships across ExxonMobil business lines.
• Help promote, maintain, and defend corporate reputation.
• Build proactive strategies and execute rapid response to time-sensitive messaging, including crisis, litigation, public policy, change, and employee communications programs.

Benefits

• Pension Plan: Enrollment is automatic and at no cost to you.
• Savings Plan: You can contribute between 6% and 20% of your pay and are encouraged to enroll right away.
• Workplace Flexibility: Programs such as 'Flex your Day' providing ad-hoc flexibility around when and where you work.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans.
• Culture of Health: Programs and resources to support your wellbeing.
• Employee Health Advisory Program: Provides confidential professional counseling for you and your family.
• Disability Plan: Income replacement for when you cannot work due to illness or injury.

What This Job Offers

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