Head of Communications – Americas

Head of Communications - Americas
Seeking a strategic leader to oversee and execute regional communications for Technip Energies. Responsible for developing and implementing integrated internal and external communication strategies, ensuring brand consistency, and elevating the company's profile across the Americas. 

Requires 15+ years of senior communications experience, exceptional leadership, proven ability to manage complex projects in a fast-paced, global environment, and a track record managing a team of professionals.  Fluency in English is  mandatory; French and Spanish are a plus.

 

Job purpose and organizational context

 

Job purpose:

 

• Ensures Corporate programs and campaigns reach all employees within the region
• Provides expert support, advice and guidance to the Regional Operating Centers. 
• Responsible for adherence to the brand guidelines for the entire region
• Ensures information from the region and its entities is well relayed to the company

• Raises the awareness of the Technip Energies brand 

   

 

Reporting lines and interactions:

Organizationally reports to: VP Corporate Communications 

Functionally reports to Managing Director of the Americas

 

Key interactions (internally): 

Corporate Communications Heads and team members

Regional Heads of: People & Culture, HSE, Quality, Facilities, and Security Departments 

Managing Director of Claremont

Managing Director of Bogota

Managing Director of Boston

Heads of local businesses and functional management

Project Managers and Directors

Regional Operating Center employees

 

 

 

Job scope 

• Responsible for the Americas Region
• Works with senior leadership, as appropriate, to support the regional business goals

• Responsible for Americas Communications budget and compliance

   

 

 

Profile:

 

Must have:

• Senior communication profile with experience managing a team
• Excellent skills in developing and implementing communications plans and a track record of managing communication channels
• Strong organizational, time management and project management skills
• Ability to work with all levels of employees in the organization.
• Ability to manage transversal projects involving various entities and people
• Experience in managing media relations, building relationships with journalists, developing and drafting press releases, and handling crisis communications
• Proficient in Microsoft Office skills including Word, Excel and PowerPoint

• Experience working in a global organization

   

 

 

Main accountabilities

 

 

• Provide communications support, advice and guidance to regional leaders and managing directors. 
• Develop regional communication strategies and plans in collaboration with managers and project teams. Write executive communication and regional announcements.
• Collaborate with global corporate communications teams to implement corporate campaigns and initiatives to accurately mirror global brand and messaging standards.
• Supervise internal communications efforts to inform and engage employees, contractors, and stakeholders across the region.
• Oversee digital platforms including intranet, internal messaging sites and other communication tools, ensuring content is engaging, accurate, and aligned with corporate priorities. 
• Lead and coordinate town halls and forums. Support webinars, in-person meetings and large-scale events ensuring timely delivery and measurable impact.
• Manage the Communications budget, hire and manage external agencies and vendors to support communication initiatives.
• Monitor, provide analysis, and report on the effectiveness of communication projects, recommending improvements to optimize outreach and engagement.
• Conduct regular meetings with communication focal points in the regional operating centers. 
• Foster a culture of transparent, consistent, and impactful communication within the region.
• Provide regional information and news to the Corporate Communications Group for publication on internal and external platforms.
• Supervise local