Communications Analyst (Recent Grads) Job at Plains All American Pipeline
Plains All American is an industry-leading transportation and midstream provider specializing in transportation, storage, processing and marketing solutions for crude oil and natural gas liquids (NGLs). We own an extensive network of pipeline transportation, terminalling, storage and gathering assets in key crude oil and NGL producing basins and transportation corridors and at major market hubs in the United States and Canada. On average, Plains handles more than 6 million barrels per day of crude oil and NGL in its Transportation segment. The company is headquartered in Houston, Texas.
We are looking for highly-motivated individuals who enjoy working as part of a team in a dynamic and entrepreneurial work environment.
Job Purpose/Summary
The Communications Analyst focuses on enhancing Plains’ efforts to share information, with an emphasis on cross-functional, internal collaboration to deliver effective internal and external communications. The Analyst plays an essential role on the Communications Business Partner team that is collectively responsible for (i) providing tailored communications support to key internal customers (ii) helping to define and facilitate communications best practices across the organization, (iii) driving consistent messaging of key themes across the organization.
The Analyst will advise and support specific departments on communications deliverables as well as support the work of more senior members of the Communications Business Partner team. The Communications Business Partner team achieves their aims by (i) building relationships, (ii) developing subject matter fluency and embedding in internal customers’ annual planning and activities, and (iii) helping to develop and execute communications deliverables, with content production assistance provided in some cases by other members of the Communications organization.
This role is a part of the Communications, Sustainability and Government Relations team, and interacts with multiple disciplines across the organization. The broader team is comprised of dynamic, high-performing colleagues from diverse professional backgrounds, who are responsible for the representation of Plains internally and externally to numerous audiences across a variety of communication channels. The team — with representatives in both the US and Canada — is highly-integrated with company leadership and visible throughout the organization. As a group, we share a unified vision to develop and deliver compelling messaging to help stakeholders understand the role, value and long-range potential of our employees, business and industry in today’s evolving energy landscape.
Job Responsibilities
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In partnership with colleagues across the Communications, Sustainability and Government Relations team, deliver compelling and aligned messaging and ensure stakeholders are informed and engaged.
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Support the execution of internal and external communications strategies in collaboration with more senior members of the Communications Business Partner team.
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Serve as the communications lead for assigned projects and tasks, planning and executing deliverables including presentations, talking points, intranet articles, collateral, etc.
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Help define and promote the adoption of communications best practices.
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Advise and collaborate with content development experts on the production of multi-channel communication campaigns for internal customers.
Experience Required
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Bachelor’s degree, preferably with a focus in Communications or a related discipline, and 1 – 3 years prior related experience
Knowledge & Skills
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Excellent interpersonal skills; can develop effective collaborative working relationships with internal and external personnel from a variety of disciplines
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Strong writing and verbal communication skills
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Proficient in Microsoft 365 products including PowerPoint, Teams and familiarity with SharePoint Online
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Some graphic design experience with tools such as Canva, InDesign or Photoshop preferred
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Results-oriented team player, with keen attention to detail
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Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines
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Works well under pressure and in a fast-paced environment
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Highest standard of personal ethics and integrity supported by open and honest communication
Behaviors & Expectations
Communication & Interaction
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Listens carefully and asks questions
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Appropriately interprets and responds to messages from/interaction with others
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Raises issues in a respectful and candid manner, referring to supervisor for guidance in sensitive situations
Collaboration
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Readily cooperates, shares information and provides suggestions to meet team goals.
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Volunteers for assignments necessary to achieve team goals
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Solicits input from colleagues with more experience.
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Displays respect and appreciation for individual differences; values the contributions of others
Influence
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Plays a consultative role to the business by generating compelling ideas and suggestions and helping identify appropriate solutions
Driving Results
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Takes accountability for accomplishing objectives
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Seeks clarification when necessary to ensure personal performance aligns with expectations; takes initiative to improve performance when it deviates from expectations
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Anticipates potential challenges in own work and works with supervisor to overcome them
At Plains, our employees are our most valuable asset. Hard work is rewarded with competitive compensation and a top-tier benefits program designed to keep our employees safe, healthy and happy. We work hard to deliver the best results to our stakeholders and we also respect our employees need for personal and family time, which is reflected in our benefits program.
We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
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