Principal Strategist, Strategic Communications & Stakeholder Engagement

ERM; Columbus (OH); Híbrido; USD 122.000 - 151.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Comprehensive benefits

PTO

Parental leave

401(k)

Descripción de la vacante

ERM is seeking a Principal Consultant in Columbus, OH to lead strategic communications and stakeholder engagement programs across diverse industries. You will guide complex stakeholder engagement, influence client strategy, and drive cross-functional collaboration to deliver integrated, results-focused solutions.

The role requires strong writing, facilitation, and project leadership skills, with travel as needed and a focus on social license to operate.

Formación

• 6–8+ years of experience in public affairs, PR, communications or related field (consulting/agency preferred).
• Strong facilitation and presentation skills across diverse audiences.
• Expertise in stakeholder engagement, public consultation programs, and communications strategy.

Responsabilidades

• Lead strategic communications and stakeholder engagement initiatives from planning through execution.
• Manage client relationships, project teams, budgets, and timelines.
• Design and implement public consultation programs (in-person and virtual).
• Develop integrated communication materials (fact sheets, websites, newsletters, reports, etc.).
• Drive media relations strategy and execution.
• Analyze stakeholder insights to inform client strategies.
• Facilitate meetings, workshops, and community engagement events.
• Oversee social risk assessments tied to capital projects, M&A, and permitting efforts.

Conocimientos

Stakeholder engagement

Facilitation

Public affairs

Client management

Budget management

Proposal leadership

AP style writing

Travel readiness

Educación

Bachelor's degree in communications or related field

Descripción del empleo

ERM is seeking a Principal Consultant in Columbus, OH to lead strategic communications and stakeholder engagement programs across diverse industries. You will guide complex stakeholder engagement, influence client strategy, and drive cross-functional collaboration to deliver integrated, results-focused solutions.

The role requires strong writing, facilitation, and project leadership skills, with travel as needed and a focus on social license to operate.