Energy Public Affairs Director — Strategic Communications

FTI Consulting, Inc.; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 102,000 - 173,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

Retirement plan

Paid leave

Job summary

FTI Consulting, Inc. seeks a Director of Public Affairs for Energy to lead client delivery, develop communications strategies, and manage senior relationships. You will draft materials, oversee media outreach, and mentor junior staff in a fast-paced energy sector practice.

The role requires strong policy writing, media relations and strategic communications skills, with a preference for oil, natural gas, and mining experience. Hybrid work in Houston, TX is offered with competitive compensation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years in communications, public affairs, or campaigns.
• Strong writing, editing, and research skills.

Responsibilities

• Serve as day-to-day client contact for energy accounts; manage multiple accounts and ensure quality.
• Draft engagement plans, memos, presentations, emails and media pitches.
• Engage with media on behalf of clients and advise on industry developments.

Skills

Public affairs

Policy writing

Media relations

Digital media

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

PowerPoint

Excel

Word

WordPress

Job description

FTI Consulting, Inc. seeks a Director of Public Affairs for Energy to lead client delivery, develop communications strategies, and manage senior relationships. You will draft materials, oversee media outreach, and mentor junior staff in a fast-paced energy sector practice.

The role requires strong policy writing, media relations and strategic communications skills, with a preference for oil, natural gas, and mining experience. Hybrid work in Houston, TX is offered with competitive compensation.