Sr. Media Relations Advisor

A workplace powered by you At BC Hydro, we’re working towards creating a cleaner and more sustainable future for all British Columbians and need people like you to help us. A career at BC Hydro is meaningful and provides you the opportunity to be part of a talented, inclusive, and diverse team. We offer a healthy work-life balance, competitive wages, a comprehensive benefits package, and training opportunities to support you in your career growth. We're proud to be ranked as one of B.C.'s Top Employers and one of Canada's Best Diversity Employers. We invite you to join us as we build an even cleaner B.C. We welcome applications from all qualified job seekers. If you’re a person with a disability, please let us know by emailing RecruitmentHelp@bchydro.com, as adjustments can be made to help support you in your application process. Sr. Media Relations Advisor 2 Number of positions: Dunsmuir 15 Job Location: Permanent Employment type: Lower Mainland Region: Full-time (37.5 hrs/wk) Hours of work: Hybrid Flexible Work Role: $ 109,700.00 - 138,700.00 Annual salary: What you'll do This role is a part of BC Hydro’s Media Relations and Issues Management group. The primary responsibilities include: * Developing earned media strategies and products, and coordinating and executing a variety of media announcements and events. * Identify, assess, and manage emerging issues and reputational risks, providing strategic communications advice. * Creating, managing, editing and implementing communications strategies and products for corporate initiatives and issues. * Providing support for enquiries from media, including acting as a spokesperson (ability to speak publicly in a language besides English is an asset). * Speech writing and experience writing for senior leaders. * Acting as the lead and central point of contact for specific business areas and issues files. * Liaising with other groups within the organization to ensure consistent messaging and communications strategy. * Monitoring current events and industry news, anticipating potential impacts. What you bring * At least five years of related experience, ideally in corporate communications, public relations or journalism. * Post-secondary degree/diploma in communications or a related field. * Exceptional writing skills and ability to breakdown complex information into content that is engaging and easy to understand. * Ability to work under pressure and excel in a fast-paced, deadline driven environment. * Ability to build and maintain strong working relationships. * Experience advising others, including senior leaders, on media strategy and issues management. * Comfortable dealing with sensitive material * Strong organizational and research skills What we offer - A comprehensive benefits package - A minimum of 15 paid vacation days - A lifetime pension - Flexible work model, depending on your role type - Training and development courses For more information on the benefits we offer, visit bchydro.com/benefits. What else you should know * Please note a condition of employment for this role is to maintain your Class 5 Driver's License in good standing.