Senior External Communications Advisor - Houston, TX

Overview

Senior External Communications Advisor - Houston, TX

Location : United States, Texas, Houston

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute strategic communications campaigns that elevate Sempra Infrastructure's projects and social investment, delivering clear, compelling messages across diverse audiences and platforms.
• Partner closely with the Senior External Communications Manager to support high-impact corporate initiatives—including major announcements, media training, narrative development, strategic planning and awards programs.
• Produce a wide range of external communications materials, from talking points and holding statements to video scripts, blog posts, FAQs and project fact sheets.
• Lead and support the development of fresh content ideas for SI's digital and social channels and implement best practices to further enhance content strategy across platforms.
• Provide expert-level support to the team with crisis communications planning and response, including drafting reactive statements, coordinating with internal stakeholders and ensuring timely, accurate messaging during high-stakes situations.
• Lead continuous improvement of project landing pages and SharePoint platforms, ensuring content is accurate and aligned with brand standards and messaging priorities.
• Monitor and analyze communications performance, translating insights into actionable recommendations that strengthen future campaigns and outreach.
• Serve as a liaison with external agencies, vendors and contractors to ensure alignment, efficiency and measurable outcomes across all communications activities.
• Act as a connector across the organization, working with internal teams and the broader External Affairs group to align messaging, share insights and maintain messaging consistency.

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in communications, journalism, public relations, marketing or related field, or the equivalent combination of training and / or experience. Required

8+ years of experience in communications, public relations, or related fields. Required; energy or related industry experience is a plus. Public company and / or agency experience is preferred; experience in managing communications during crises situations with understanding of crisis communication best practices, stakeholder engagement and reputation management is preferred

Expertise in developing and executing strategic communications plans, with exceptional writing, editing and storytelling skills. Advanced; proven ability to collaborates with internal stakeholders and senior leadership to provide strategic counsel and support high-impact communication efforts. Strategic communicator who can simplify complex topics and craft compelling narratives across formats. Self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced environment with multiple priorities. Discretion and sound judgment with handling sensitive information and knowledge of public company protocols and SEC guidelines. Exceptional interpersonal skills; strong understanding of social media best practices. Proficiency in SharePoint and communications tools (e.g., Cision, Sprout, Canva).

Travel up to 25% of the time.

Work Schedule

HYBRID : Work a combination of onsite and remote days each week, typically 3 days per week onsite.

Area of Interest

External Affairs / Marketing / Communications

Compensation & Benefits

Total rewards include health and welfare benefits, employer contributions to retirement benefits, life insurance, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, paid parental leave, and employee assistance programs. This position is eligible for an annual performance-based incentive (bonus) and merit-based recognition. Location : Houston Center of Excellence-TXHS.

Salary range : $99,000.00 - $148,500.00 per year. Actual pay will depend on qualifications and experience.

Note : The Company strives to ensure that employees are paid equitably and competitively.

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