(Global Petroleum Gas) Public Rels Consultant

• Build, maintain, and actively manage relationships with journalists and media outlets, including Tier 1 international titles, trade and special-interest publications (covering print, online and broadcast channels).
  
• Provide functional support and advice to senior leaders on strategic media issues.
  
• Contribute to crisis communication and response management.
  
• Support the Company s quarterly results announcements, including media calls and interviews.
  
• Prepare media plans, communications briefings and Q&A documents for executives.
  
• Co-ordinate media visits, interviews and background briefings.
  
• Develop corporate announcements and press releases.
  
• Provide on-site media relations support to executives at international events, conferences and during company activities.
  
• Respond effectively to media enquiries in a timely manner.
  
• Develop materials that effectively communicate This Company s strategic objectives to global media.
  
• Identify potential opportunities to engage with media on high-value projects.
  
• Support story generation activities, including proactive article and thought leadership development.
  
• Foster positive internal relationships across the company, to support the International Media Relations Unit s key objectives.
  

Requirements

• Education: Bachelor s degree, preferably in journalism, communications or a related field. An advanced degree is preferred.
  
• Languages: English (native / fluent), with full professional written and verbal proficiency.
  
• Experience: Minimum of 10 years experience in journalism, media relations or corporate communications, gained in either an agency or in-house corporate setting ideally with previous experience of the energy, oil and gas sectors.
  
• Previous experience as spokesperson is preferred, while a proven track record in crisis communications is also an advantage.
  
• Strong networking skills are essential and the role requires a strong understanding and experience of working in the media or public relations field.
  
• Qualities: The role suits a strong team player who is able to develop and maintain networks, perform well under pressure and handle a variety of requests.
  
• Flexibility and good organizational skills are crucial. Candidates should also be detail-oriented, with a strong sense of responsibility and accountability.
  
• The position matches imaginative public relations professionals who can think quickly on their feet, and who are comfortable speaking to large or small groups including senior leaders and executives.
  
• Strong interpersonal skills are therefore key. Candidates should also be trustworthy, displaying responsibility and care when handling confidential or sensitive topics.
  

Benefits