Consultant, Strategic Communications - Public Affairs, Telecom, Media, and Technology
Posted December 12, 2022
Apply: FTI Consulting, Inc.
The Consultant will primarily support team members in the execution of various projects and campaigns. The Consultant will conduct research for ongoing client projects, will work with account teams on client deliverables, and contribute to successfully meeting client goals and objectives. A Consultant must keep up-to-date on key issues and current events for their clients, as well as generally in relevant industries.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
In this role, the Consultant will develop knowledge of clients' objectives and challenges to help the client team design communication strategies and execute program tactics. Responsibilities will include, but will not be limited to, the following:
- Provide research, help plan and develop comprehensive communication programs
- Write and edit a variety of client materials (e.g., strategic memos, press releases, presentations, emails, media reports, media pitches, social media posts and content, etc.) under the direction of senior team members
- Prepare daily media monitoring reports
- Assist with ongoing program measurement and progress report development
- Research appropriate target media for clients, and develop and maintain media lists
- Develop and evaluate appropriate editorial calendar opportunities
- Address client issues thoughtfully and effectively
- Assist in successfully growing existing accounts
- Contribute to the professional development and performance review process for interns, as needed
Client Delivery
- Demonstrate an understanding of client information, including business strategy, services, stakeholders and competitive landscape
- Execute communication program activities for a variety of clients simultaneously
- Deliver high-quality work focused on client needs
- Create client-ready deliverables in a timely and efficient manner
- Identify resource needs and work with managers to assign individual responsibilities
- Support billing procedures to ensure timely and accurate delivery of client invoices
Business Development
- Support relationships with clients
- Work with managers to help clients assess their program needs
- Participate in generating new business proposals and presentations
Practice Leadership
- Consistently seek ways to improve client service
- Support the development, production and marketing of thought leadership surrounding emerging trends and issues
- Demonstrate a high level of integrity and ask the necessary questions to manage firm and client data responsibly
- Understand FTI's values, Code of Ethics and the Strategic Communications Rules of Practice and demonstrate a strong commitment to applying these concepts in daily interactions with colleagues and clients. (Additional information about FTI's values, Code of Ethics and the Strategic Communications Rules of Practice can be accessed here .)
SKILLS WE ARE LOOKING FOR:
- A solid grasp of communications, including traditional media relations experience, as well as digital and social media program management experience
- Possess superior research, public policy, writing, editing skills and oral presentation skills
- Solid experience with popular blogging tools, publishing software and other social media platforms (i.e., Twitter)
- Strong time and priority management skills and an ability to effectively juggle multiple client projects
- Desire and ability to work in a fast-paced, multi-tasking, deadline-oriented dynamic environment with regular change
- Service-oriented attitude
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Understanding of Associated Press Style Guidelines
- A high level of integrity and sensitivity to confidential information
- A strong work ethic and an ability to be a self-starter
- Advanced proficiency in PowerPoint, Excel and Word
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor's degree required, preferably communications or related field
- 1+ year of communications agency and/or state/federal government experience-Capitol Hill experience desired
- Travel required to clients and to FTI office(s)
- COVID Vaccine required*
*Individuals seeking an exemption from this requirement for medical or religious reasons should complete a request for accommodation form and submit the form to your recruiter.
Our Benefits
Apart from the well-structured career path and excellent team environment, our employees enjoy a variety of perks and benefits. Our benefits include, but are not limited to:
- Competitive salary and bonus plans
- Generous paid holidays, time off and parental leave
- Full package of benefits plans
- Company matched 401K
- Annual paid volunteer hours
- Corporate matching for charitable donations
- Potential for flexible working arrangements
- Free snacks and drinks
- Upscale offices close to public transportation
- Pet insurance
About FTI Consulting
What makes us unique? With more than 6,250 employees located in offices in every corner of the globe, we are the firm our clients call when their most important issues are at stake. Regardless of what level you are, you will have the opportunity to work alongside and learn from top experts in your field on high-profile engagements that impact history. Our culture is collaborative, and we value diversity, recognition, development and making a difference in our communities.
FTI Consulting is publicly traded on the New York Stock Exchange and has been recognized as a Best Firm to Work For by Consulting magazine and one of America's Best Management Consulting Firms by Forbes . For more information, visit www.fticonsulting.com and connect with us on Twitter ( @FTIConsulting ), Facebook and LinkedIn .
FTI Consulting is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, protected veteran status, religion, physical or mental disability, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.
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