Manager, Communications

Are you ready to be part of a company thats not just talking about the future but actively shaping it Join The AES Corporation (NYSE: AES) a Fortune 500 company thats leading the charge in the global energy revolution. With operations spanning 14 countries AES is committed to shaping a future through innovation and collaboration. Our dedication to innovation has earned us recognition as one of the Top Ten Best Workplaces for Innovators by Fast Company in 2022. And with our certification as a Great Place to Work you can be confident that youre joining a company that values its people just as much as its groundbreaking ideas.

AES is proudly ranked #1 globally in renewable energy sales to corporations and with $12.7B in revenues in 2023 we have the resources and expertise to make a significant impact as we provide electricity to 25 million customers worldwide. As the world moves towards a net-zero future AES is committed to meeting the Paris Agreements goals by 2050. Our innovative solutions such as 24/7 carbon-free energy for data centers are setting the pace for rapid global decarbonization.

If youre ready to be part of a company thats not just adapting to change but driving it AES is the place for you. Were not just building a cleaner more sustainable future - were powering it. Apply now and energize your career with a true leader in the global energy transformation.

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Job Description

At AES we are focused on accelerating the future of energy together. Fast Company named us as one of the Best Places to Work for Innovators the only US-based energy company to be recognized. This means innovation happens at every level in every position and in every country where we work. Thats what has transformed us into the worlds most impactful energy company. At AES we invest in your development and empower you to continuously improve because we know that when youre at your best thats when well make the greatest impact on improving lives by accelerating a smarter greener energy future.

The Manager Communications will support strategic external communications for AES renewables and energy infrastructure portfolio in the West and Mountain West regions of the US positioning AES as a solution-focused market leader in utility-scale clean energy development. This role will be a member of the AES US Businesses External Affairs team supporting external communications media relations digital thought leadership and content creation in alignment with the global brand strategy.

Primary job responsibilities

• Support AES overallexternal communications strategyto effectively position the company as a solution-focused and innovative market leader with critical stakeholder audiences aligning with AES global brand narrative
• Work collaboratively with project teams and internal subject matter experts and conduct independent research tounderstand technical industry-related informationand deliver compelling content that meets the needs of customers and key stakeholder audiences
• Support the creation of asuite of collateralto showcase AES distinctive capabilities in the industry to support strategy and development goals
• Manage press engagement in key local project markets and track localmedia relationsactivities utilizing media monitoring and stakeholder management software
• Employdigital toolsto build platforms to showcase successful projects and position AES in key markets
• Draft posts that increase AESsocial media presence to highlight the US portfolio
• Assist with thought leadership development to increaserecognition and public visibilityof AES through industry events sponsorships and speaking engagements
• Some travel may be required

Qualifications

• 7 years of proven experience in communications public affairs marketing journalism stakeholder engagement or related field
• Bachelors degree in Communications Public Relations Marketing Political Science Environmental Policy or relevant discipline
• Strong preference for candidates with experience in the energy sector specifically renewable energy
• Ability to cultivate and maintain strong relationships across a matrixed global organization
• Outstanding written verbal and presentation skills
• Experience with managing or assisting in the production of high-quality marketing collaterals and digital content
• Strong project management and time management skills
• Strong interpersonal skills with the desire to work in a fast-paced entrepreneurial environment and to meet deadlines and complete time-sensitive tasks
• Knowledge of stakeholder management software media monitoring platforms social media platforms and digital analytics
• Ability to travel as needed

AES is an Equal Opportunity Employer who is committed to building strength and delivering long-term sustainability through diversity and inclusion. Respecting all backgrounds differences and perspectives enables us to improve the lives of our people customers suppliers contractors and the communities in which we live and work. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex sexual orientation gender gender identity and/or expression race national origin ethnicity age religion marital status physical or mental disability pregnancy childbirth or related medical condition military or veteran status or any other characteristic protected under applicable law. E-Verify Notice: AES will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and if necessary the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) with information from each new employees I-9 to confirm work authorization.

The expected salary for this position at commencement of employment is between $115.000 and $143.650/Annual; however base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors including market location job-related knowledge skills and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements such as annual bonus in addition to a full range of medical dental vision life financial and/or other benefits (including 401(k) eligibility and various paid time off benefits such as vacation sick time and parental leave) dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if a candidate receives an offer of employment. If hired employee will be in an at-will position and the Company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time including for reasons related to individual performance Company or individual department/team performance and market factors.