Senior Manager, Media Relations

Chevron; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global energy company is seeking a Senior Manager of Media Relations to join their team in Houston. This role involves developing media strategies that promote the company and address emerging issues, while leading a team of media professionals. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in public relations and demonstrated success in managing high-stakes media communication, making a significant impact on the company’s public image.

Benefits

Health and wellness programs

Career development opportunities

Flexible working and work-life balance

Retirement plan and insurance benefits

Qualifications

• Minimum 15 years in media relations, with at least 5 in senior leadership.
• Experience as spokesperson with senior executives in corporate environments.
• Proven crisis communication experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead a global team of 10-12 professionals.
• Develop proactive media strategies and safeguard company reputation.
• Prepare senior executives for media engagements.

Skills

Communication

Networking

Media Relations

Crisis Communication

Strategic Thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Public Relations, Communications, Journalism, Business Administration

Tools

Media Monitoring Tools

Job description

Total Number of Openings

1

Chevron is one of the world’s leading integrated energy companies. We believe affordable, reliable and ever-cleaner energy is essential to enabling human progress. Chevron produces crude oil and natural gas; manufactures transportation fuels, lubricants, petrochemicals and additives; and develops technologies that enhance our business and the industry. We aim to grow our traditional oil and gas business, lower the carbon intensity of our operations and grow new lower carbon businesses in renewable fuels, hydrogen, carbon capture and offsets, power generation for data centers, and emerging technologies.

Chevron brings together some of the best and brightest experienced professionals in the industry and then gives them opportunity to grow. Turn your ideas into solutions. We offer a truly global and collaborative work experience.

Join our Team

Corporate Affairs proactively manages social, political, and reputational risks for Chevron and engages the workforce to advance the business. We strengthen Chevron's strategic advocacy, communications, and social investments to build confidence in our company and industry.

Chevron’s strategy is straight-forward: be a leader inefficient and lower carbon production of traditional energy, in high demand today and for decades to come, while growing lower carbon businesses that will be a bigger part of the future. To achieve these goals, we’llbuild on the assets, experience, capabilities, and relationships we’ve developed over 140 years to incubate and grow new business.

Position Overview

Chevron is seeking a dynamic, strategic, and media-savvy Senior Manager of Media Relations. This individual will play a critical role in developing and executing media strategies that support business goals, promote our brand and leadership, and respond effectively to emerging issues. This position reports to the Director of External Enterprise Communications.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead a world-class global team of 10-12 professionals.

• Develop and implement proactive and reactive media strategies to support corporate priorities and safeguard reputation.

• Cultivate and manage strong relationships with top-tier business, financial, and trade media.

• Serve as a company spokesperson.

• Prepare and coach senior executives for media interviews and public appearances.

• Collaborate with internal teams—including legal, investor relations, and government affairs — to align messaging and ensure consistency.

• Lead media response during high-profile issues, crises, and major announcements.

• Monitor media trends, coverage, and public sentiment; generate reports and insights for leadership.

• Craft high-impact press materials including news releases, media statements, Q&As, and briefing documents.

• Oversee agency partners and ensure alignment with media relations objectives and KPIs.

Qualifications

Education: Bachelor's degree in Public Relations, Communications, Journalism, Business Administration or a related field.

Experience:

• A minimum of 15 years of progressive experience in media relations, public relations or communications, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role.

• Experience as a company spokesperson working directly with senior executives in a complex corporate structure, ideally within a Fortune 500 or global PR agency environment.

• Experience leading and managing a high-performing team.

• Documentable experience managing complicated reputational challenges as well as incident or crisis response.

• Proven experience handling high-stakes media relations and crisis communication.

• Strong media network and understanding of the evolving media landscape.

• Excellent writing, storytelling, and editing skills.

• Demonstrated ability to influence and partner across complex organizations.

Skills:

• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to influence and engage with diverse stakeholders.

• Exceptional networking and relationship-building capabilities at the highest levels of media and industry.

• Advanced proficiency in media monitoring and analytics tools, with the ability to derive strategic insights.

• Proven ability to thrive under pressure and manage multiple high-stakes projects concurrently.

• Innovative thinking and advanced problem-solving skills, with a track record of successful strategic initiatives.

Knowledge:

• Deep understanding of the global media landscape, including both traditional and emerging media platforms.

• Familiarity with the energy industry. Preferred

Attributes:

• Demonstrated high level of professionalism, integrity, sensitivity, discretion and ethical conduct.

• Exhibits a proactive and creative approach to media engagement and storytelling.

• Strong leadership qualities with the capability to inspire and mentor teams.

• Established personal network of media contacts.

• Experience supporting C-suite executives.

Relocation Options:

Relocation will be considered.

International Considerations:

Expatriate assignments will not be considered.

Chevron regrets that it is unable to sponsor employment Visas or consider individuals on time-limited Visa status for this position.

Flexible Working, Work-Life Balance, Hybrid Schedules

Chevron offers a complete package and provides career development opportunities to all employees. We do this through onboarding, training and development, mentoring, volunteering opportunities and employee networking groups. We advocate work-life balance and offer employees access to various health and wellness programs. We also offer hybrid work models and alternative work schedules.

Working with us

At Chevron we approach challenges with integrity, ingenuity, and respect. By valuing our employees, our partners, and our world, we’ve created a company that’s responsively moving the world forward. We value a full spectrum of human experience- diversity of thought, education, national origin, gender, skills, and experiences. We firmly believe that by pooling our unique talents and perspectives, and by inspiring each other, we will define the future of energy.

Benefits
Chevron offers competitive compensation and benefits programs which includes, but is not limited to, variable pay, healthcare coverage, retirement plan, insurance, time off programs, training and development opportunities and a range of allowances connected to specific work situations. Details of such benefits and allowances are available https://hr2.chevron.com/.

U.S. Regulatory notice:

Chevron is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin or ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, medical condition, reproductive health decision-making, military or veteran status, political preference, marital status, citizenship, genetic information or other characteristics protected by applicable law.

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation, please email us at [e-mail].

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