Corporate Affairs Advisor - Media And Communications

About Woodside Energy
We know great results come from our people feeling valued, getting the support they need to reach their full potential as well as bring their whole self to work. We also recognise that enduring, meaningful relationships with communities are fundamental to maintaining our licence to operate.
Technology and innovation are essential to our long-term sustainability. We are growing our carbon and new energy businesses using technology to reduce emissions and the carbon footprint of our products. We are working to improving energy efficiency, offset emissions, reduce emissions intensity and explore options for lower-carbon energy. Woodside led the development of the LNG industry in Australia and is applying this same pioneering spirit to solving future energy challenges.
Our global headquarters are based in Perth and our state-of-the-art campus reflects the quality of life Perth is known for - with a six Green Star rating, advanced wellness features and flexibility in how you work.
About the Role:
An exciting opportunity has become available to join our team as a Corporate Affairs Adviser specialising in Media and Communications, based in Perth. Reporting to the Global Media Manager, you will protect and enhance Woodside's reputation by helping our team build effective media networks, strengthen monitoring and analysis capabilities, and produce materials that support recognition of Woodside's contribution to economic prosperity and a stable energy transition.
There is an expectation for the role to be on 'on-call' outside of normal business hours on a rostered basis.
Duties & Responsibilities:

• Support the Global Media Manager with management of daily media queries.
• Monitor daily media coverage of Woodside and issues relevant to the company / industry, alerting relevant internal audiences and assessing opportunities for engagement. ​
• Support expansion of Woodside's real-time media monitoring and analysis capabilities, alerting relevant Woodside internal audiences to breaking media issues and commentary.
• Engage with WA (Perth and regional) media to build relationships and promote positive coverage of Woodside's activities and contributions.​
• Support the Global Media Manager with development and execution of key company announcements and Communications.​
• Develop and maintain up-to-date approved public messages.

Skills & Experience:

• A tertiary qualification in communications, media studies, public relations or other relevant area is desirable.
• Previous experience working with a media organisation or in a corporate communications / media advisory role.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to meet deadlines, establish clear priorities and deliver business outcomes.
• Strong networking skills and demonstrated experience in building relationship and influencing stakeholders.
• Proven ability to create and implement engagement and advocacy plans and strategies.
• Ability to understand public policy issues and trends and interpret them for a business context.

If you think you can do this job but don't meet all the criteria, that's OK! Please apply. At Woodside, we value people with diverse experiences and backgrounds, as they provide unique perspectives that help us innovate.
Recognition & Reward:
What you can expect from us:

• Commitment to your ongoing development, including on-the-job opportunities, formal programs, coaching and mentoring
• Industry-leading 18 weeks' paid parental leave for primary carer, and maintenance of superannuation or retirement benefits at the current rate during any period of unpaid parental leave for up to 24 months (plus secondary carer leave entitlements)
• Values led culture
• Active employee community groups for gender equality, reconciliation between Indigenous and non-Indigenous Australians, and LGBTI+ staff and allies, and Neurodiversity
• Community volunteering opportunities
• Relocation assistance (if required)
• A competitive remuneration package featuring performance-based incentives and above-industry superannuation contributions

Woodside is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workforce culture, which is supported by our Values. Our aim is to attract, develop and retain a truly diverse and high-performing workforce.
Diversity encompasses differences in age, nationality, race, ethnicity, national origin, religious beliefs, sex, sexual orientation, intersex status, gender identity or expression, relationship status, disability, neurodiversity, cultural background, thinking styles, experience, family background, including caregiving commitments, and education. Inclusion centres on all employees creating a climate of trust and belonging, where people feel comfortable to bring their whole self to work.
We offer supportive pathways for all employees to grow and develop leadership skills. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and those seeking a more flexible working environment, including part-time opportunities
Applications close at 11:59pm AWST on 14th February 2024.
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Please note Woodside Energy will only accept direct candidate applications. We do not accept applications from Recruitment Agencies.