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TC Energy · 22 hours ago

Senior Communications Specialist

Houston, TX

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level

6+ years exp

TC Energy is a leader in North American energy infrastructure, and they are seeking an experienced Senior Communications Specialist to shape and execute communications strategies for large-scale natural gas infrastructure projects. This role involves managing end-to-end communications, collaborating across functions, and enhancing TC Energy's reputation among key audiences.

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Responsibilities

Ensure successful project execution by developing and implementing fit-for-purpose communication plans to successfully navigate projects through pre-construction and construction to in-service into operations

Contribute to business objectives through creative storytelling and advocacy, and identify ways to promote TC Energy across its platforms including events, presentations, social and digital media, website, factsheets

Manage and execute campaigns across multiple channels to position the Company’s narrative and increase brand awareness

Support internal communications, which could include high profile customer events and employee town halls, presentations and speaking materials

Work closely with our peers to develop and execute high-impact policy communications and integrated external relations plans

Build relationships and collaborate across business teams to ensure integration and alignment with our target audiences

Provide coaching and mentorship to drive the team members towards collective success

Monitor and analyze marketing performance metrics and make data-driven decisions to improve and drive communications plans

Manage relationships with external agencies and vendors to ensure high-quality deliverables

Media engagement and spokesperson duties as required

Serve as a member of the on-call issues team

Qualification

Communications strategyCrisis communicationsProject managementPublic relationsStakeholder engagementInfluencing skillsAttention to detailOrganizational skillsTeam collaborationSelf-motivated

Required

Post-Secondary Education in a related field (i.e. communications, journalism, public relations, business, etc.)

6 years' experience in communications, journalism, public affairs or community relations

Demonstrated experience in issue and reputation management and crisis communications

Proven experience in project management and project development

A working knowledge of the US political system and policy development are considered an asset

Must have strong attention to detail for content quality control with an ability to produce high-quality products under intense deadline pressure

Ability to influence without authority by working with a wide variety of people, internally and externally, with tact, courtesy and professionalism while driving for positive results

Organizational skills and the ability to prioritize tasks are essential

Self-motivated and capable of working with minimal supervision and/or direction

Able to work effectively in a ‘one team' environment and consistently maintain a professional and respectful demeanor/attitude with co-workers, clients, vendors, and regulatory agencies

Ability to work well under pressure, managing multiple projects simultaneously