WGL - Senior Advisor, Communications

District of Columbia, USA (On-site)

$95K/yr – $138K/yrSenior Level7+ years expFull time

Posted 6 days ago

Job Summary

Own and lead the integrated external and executive communications program for Utilities, guiding strategy, media relations, risk management, and cross-functional collaboration.

Leads executive messaging and thought leadership across key stakeholders
Shapes crisis and issue management with senior leadership
Partners with Public Affairs, Operations and Customer Experience to ensure consistent messaging

Job Description

Responsibilities

Serve as the primary communications advisor to Utilities leadership, providing strategic counsel on business priorities, reputation, stakeholder engagement, and communications strategy
Develop and execute integrated communications plans that align with business objectives and strengthen trust with key audiences
Lead executive communications, including speeches, presentations, talking points, key messages, and thought leadership initiatives
Manage proactive and reactive media relations activities and support the organization's response to complex or high-profile issues
Anticipate emerging risks and develop communications strategies that protect and enhance organizational reputation
Identify and coordinate executive visibility opportunities, including conferences, speaking engagements, awards programs, and external events
Build strong partnerships across Public Affairs, Customer Experience, Operations, Community Investment, and other business functions to ensure consistent and aligned messaging
Support emergency response communications, crisis communications planning, preparedness exercises, and incident response activities

Requirements

7-10 years of progressively responsible communications experience
Demonstrated success developing strategic communications plans and providing counsel to senior leaders
Strong experience in executive communications, speechwriting, media relations, issues management, and stakeholder engagement
Proven ability to manage sensitive, high-profile, or complex communications challenges with confidence and sound judgment
Exceptional written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
Strong relationship-building skills with the ability to influence and collaborate across all levels of an organization
Experience supporting crisis communications, emergency response activities, or business continuity initiatives
Bachelor's degree in Communications, Journalism, Public Affairs, Government Relations, or a related field
Experience supporting regulated utilities, energy, infrastructure, public sector, or other critical services organizations is considered an asset
Experience managing executive social media and thought leadership programs is considered an asset

Benefits

Employees also enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that includes health and wellness coverage, retirement savings programs, and paid time off.

AltaGas Ltd.

3.2 Glassdoor

We are a leading North American infrastructure company connecting customers and markets to affordable and reliable sources of energy. Every day, we leverage the strength of our people and our assets to connect our customers with premier energy solutions – from the well sites of upstream producers, to the doorsteps of homes and businesses, to markets around the world. With a strong portfolio of assets in some of the fastest growing energy markets, including a prominent position in the Montney basin and Utilities in key U.S. jurisdictions, we are developing an integrated footprint capable of delivering sustained value to shareholders and customers for many years to come.

Founded in 1994

Calgary, Alberta, CAN

2.7K employees (107 in marketing)

www.altagas.ca

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