Communications Senior Specialist - PR and Community Relations
At a glance
Senior Communications role at Baker Hughes. TX-HOUSTON-575 N. DAIRY ASHFORD RD · full-time.
Pay not stated Communications Specialist salary
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What you'll do
- Write and refine press releases, media briefs and other external communications, keeping them aligned with brand standards and strategic aims
- Help plan and deliver campaigns across multiple communication channels
- Build working relationships with internal teams, external partners, agencies and vendors
- Support Foundation and community-affairs public relations with People & Culture, including community investment projects
- Juggle communications and engagement work while meeting corporate policy and reporting requirements
What you bring
- A bachelor's degree in communications, public relations, journalism or another related field
- Six to eight years in media relations, including pitching stories and handling crisis situations
- Strong writing and editing, including AP Style, plus experience producing varied communications materials
- You can advise on public relations strategy, manage several deadlines and use data to guide decisions
Who this fits
This senior role suits an experienced communications professional comfortable with media relations, crisis work and advice to stakeholders. The position is based in Houston, Texas.
From the employer
Do you enjoy using strategic communication and public affairs expertise to create meaningful impact and strengthen an organization's reputation?
Do you enjoy serving as a trusted advisor on communications, public affairs, and community engagement initiatives?
Join our Baker Hughes Communications & Public Affairs Team
At Baker Hughes, our Communications & Public Affairs team plays a critical role in strengthening our reputation, building trusted community partnerships, and supporting business initiatives through strategic communications and stakeholder engagement. We collaborate across the organization to deliver impactful messaging, strengthen relationships with key audiences, and help drive positive outcomes in the communities where we live and work.
Partner with the best
As a Public Relations Senior Specialist, you will serve as a key ambassador for Baker Hughes, helping to build and strengthen relationships with community organizations, government officials, media contacts, and other external stakeholders. This role offers the opportunity to support strategic communication initiatives, community engagement programs, corporate giving efforts, and public affairs activities that enhance the company's reputation and business objectives.
As a Public Relations Senior Specialist, you will be responsible for:
Draft, review and edit diverse communication materials, primarily press releases, external messaging and media briefs
- Ensure all content aligns with brand guidelines and strategic objectives
- Contribute to the strategic planning and execution of multi-channel communication campaigns
- Proactively engage with and manage relationships across internal teams, external partners, agencies, and vendors
- Responsible for Baker Hughes Foundation and community affairs PR support, working alongside People & Culture to drive strategic initiatives
Leading or contributing to cross-functional projects focused on communications, stakeholder engagement, and community investment initiatives.
Managing multiple communication and community engagement priorities while ensuring compliance with corporate policies and reporting requirements.
Fuel your passion
To be successful in this role you will:
- Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism or related field
- Strong writer with proven experience in content creation, drafting, reviewing and editing a wide range of communication materials
- 6-8 years experience in media relations, including proactive pitching and crisis management
- Ability to work under pressure, manage multiple projects and meet deadlines
- Strong analytical skills, capable of interpreting data to inform strategic decisions
- Ability to provide strategic PR counsel and effectively manage client needs and challenges
- Experience fostering positive relationships with all stakeholders, facilitating approvals, and promoting collaboration
- Professional and calm approach to managing conflicts and crisis communications
- Familiarity with AI-assisted tools for content drafting, compliance checks and workflow efficiency
- Strong writing and editing skills with mastery of AP Style
Desired Qualifications
- Experience in corporate communications, public affairs, community engagement, journalism, or media relations.
- Previous experience serving as a company spokesperson or managing media inquiries.
- Experience supporting community investment programs, CSR initiatives, or charitable partnerships.
- Familiarity with crisis communications, reputation management, or stakeholder engagement strategies.
- Experience working within a large global organization.
- Ability to influence stakeholders and lead initiatives across multiple functions.
Work in a way that works for you
We recognize that everyone is different and that the way in which people want to work and deliver at their best is different for everyone.
Working with us
Our people are at the heart of what we do at Baker Hughes. We know we are better when all of our people are developed, engaged and able to bring their whole authentic selves to work. We invest in the health and well-being of our workforce, train and reward talent and develop leaders at all levels to bring out the best in each other.
Working for you
Our inventions have revolutionized energy for over a century. But to keep going forward tomorrow, we know we have to push the boundaries today. We prioritize rewarding those who embrace change with a package that reflects how much we value their input.
Join us, and you can expect:
- Contemporary work-life balance policies and wellbeing activities
- Comprehensive private medical care options
- Safety net of life insurance and disability programs
- Tailored financial programs
- Additional elected or voluntary benefits
You will be eligible to participate in Company-sponsored benefit programs, including health & welfare programs and the Thrift Plan (401k). You will have a choice of coverage options that best suit your needs. Coverage options and contribution amounts are related to your benefit elections, base salary level, and specific requirements of each of these plans.
This position is eligible for our comprehensive and competitive benefits package, which can be found here, and is further eligible for additional forms of compensation such as bonuses subject to the terms of the applicable benefit plans or policies.
You will be eligible to participate in Company-sponsored benefit programs, including health & welfare programs and the Thrift Plan (401k). You will have a choice of coverage options that best suit your needs. Coverage options and contribution amounts are related to your benefit elections, base salary level, and specific requirements of each of these plans.
This position is eligible for our comprehensive and competitive benefits package, which can be found here, and is further eligible for additional forms of compensation such as bonuses subject to the terms of the applicable benefit plans or policies.
The Baker Hughes internal title for this role is: Communications Senior Specialist - PR and Community Relat
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