Labor Relations and Litigation Communications Advisor
Chevron
Houston, TX
Description
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 in efficient 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’ll build 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 a highly skilled communications professional to join our team as the Labor Relations and Litigation Communications Advisor. This role is vital to safeguarding the company's reputation and ensuring effective communication during complex labor relations and ligitation issues. The position will be responsible for developing and implementing communication strategies for both internal and external audiences. The ideal candidate will possess superb written and verbal communication abilities, exceptional relationship building skills and a deep understanding of the complexities of the legal and regulatory landscape.
Key Responsibilities
- Strategic Communications: Develop and execute comprehensive communication plans for ongoing and potential litigation cases and high-profile issues, including labor relations matters.
- Project Management: Deliver plans, track performance and conduct lookbacks for continuous improvement.
- Crisis Management: Manage communication during high-stakes litigation scenarios, mitigating reputational risk and maintaining public trust.
- Policy Interpretation: Interpret and explain labor agreements, company policies and relevant labor laws to employees and management.
- Content Creation: Draft press releases, statements, Q&A documents, talking points and other communication materials tailored to various audiences.
- Stakeholder Engagement: Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including legal teams, human resources, journalists and industry experts.
- Monitoring and Reporting: Track media coverage, public sentiment and industry trends related to litigation and labor relations, providing regular reports to senior management.
- Compliance: Ensure all communications are accurate, timely and comply with legal guidelines and regulatory requirements.
Additional responsibilities:
- Facilitate Discussions: Serve as a liaison between management and employees, facilitating open and constructive dialogue to address labor-related issues.
- Conflict Resolution: Assist in resolving labor disputes and conflicts by providing communication support and mediation services.
- Media Relations: Serve as the primary point of contact for media inquiries related to litigation, ensuring accurate and timely information dissemination.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Law, Human Resources, Labor Relations or a related field.
- 10+ years of experience in a communications role, preferably within a legal, human resources or corporate environment.
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
- Proven ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
- Documentable experience in conflict resolution and negotiation.
- Strong analytical and critical thinking abilities.
- Demonstrated ability to create engaging content, manage multiple stakeholders and deliver high-quality results under tight deadlines.
- Demonstrated understanding of current communication trends, strategies, tools and platforms.
- Proven ability to build and leverage relationships and partnerships to advance and support labor relations and legal priorities.
- Deep understanding of labor laws and regulations as well as legal terminology and processes with the ability to translate complex legal concepts into accessible language.
Attributes:
- Demonstrated high level of professionalism, integrity, sensitivity, discretion and ethical conduct.
- Proactiveness: A proactive and self-motivated approach, with the ability to anticipate needs and take initiative.
- Agility: Flexibility and adaptability to changing circumstances and evolving priorities.
- Team Player: A collaborative and supportive team player, with a commitment to contributing to the success of the organization.
- Creativity: A creative mindset, with the ability to generate innovative ideas for engaging and effective communication.
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/
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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
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Chevron participates in E-Verify in certain locations as required by law.