Consultant, Public Affairs - Energy
Who We Are
FTI Consulting is the world’s leading expert-driven consulting firm. Over the last 40 years, FTI Consulting experts have served as the trusted advisor to Fortune 500 companies and the world’s leading law and private equity firms when they are facing their greatest opportunities and challenges. Our strong performance and continued success are a direct reflection of the ambition, energy, and commitment of our talented professionals across the globe to make a positive impact for our clients and communities.
At FTI Consulting, you’ll be inspired and empowered to make an impact on headline matters that change history. Working side by side with the world’s leading experts in your field, you’ll be surrounded by an open collaborative culture that embraces diversity, recognition, professional development and most importantly, you.
Are you ready to make an impact?
About The Role
As a Consultant in the Public Affairs, Energy and Natural Resources sector, you will take an active role in supporting team members in the execution of consulting programs in the energy & natural resources and utility space and, by doing so, will learn the necessary subjects and processes to service and advise clients. In this role, you will develop and execute communications strategies to deliver results and meet client expectations, draft documents for client use, provide valuable research to inform client decisions, and work with the larger team to provide perspective to clients. Additional responsibilities will include, but will not be limited to:
- Serve as one of the day-to-day client contacts on select accounts; manage the overall quality of work on multiple accounts public affairs initiatives by demonstrating professional and team leadership
- Play a role in the research, planning and development of comprehensive communication and governmental strategy programs
- Monitor client/region specific traditional and social media outlets, summarize findings and build client ready reports
- Manage client expectations and participate in preparing new business presentations
- Write and edit a variety of materials (e.g., memos, legislative analysis, press releases, presentations, emails, pitch decks, and web content)
- Address client issues thoughtfully and effectively
- Assist in successfully growing existing accounts
- Ad-hoc responsibilities as assigned by supervisor
What You’ll Do
Client Delivery
- Manage communication strategies and execute a variety of tactics at the same time
- Support multiple client teams to deliver high-quality work focused on client needs
- Create client-ready deliverables in a timely and efficient manner
- Provide strong project management
- 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
- Maintain solid relationships with clients
- Work with managers to help clients assess their program needs
- Actively participate in the generation of Strategic Communications new business proposals and presentations
Practice Leadership
- Consistently seek ways to improve client service
- Participate and be willing to play a role in strategic initiatives
- 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
How You’ll Grow
We are committed to investing and supporting you in your professional development and we have developed a range of programs focused on fostering leadership, growth and development opportunities. We aim to promote continuous learning and individual skills development through on-the-job learning, self-guided professional development courses and certifications. You’ll be assigned a dedicated coach to mentor, guide and support you through regular coaching sessions and serve as an advocate for your professional growth.
As you progress through your career at FTI Consulting, we offer tailored programs for critical professional milestones to ensure you are prepared and empowered to take on your next role.
What You Will Need To Succeed
Basic Qualifications
- Solid grasp of strategic communications, including traditional media relations experience, as well as digital and social media program management experience
- Demonstrated research and writing skills that show an ability to be resourceful and think critically
- Energy, gas, and utility experience a plus, but not required
- Proven project management skills and the ability to proactively support/counsel key client relationship
- Strong time and priority management skills and an ability to effectively juggle multiple client projects
- Experience with popular blogging tools (i.e. WordPress), publishing software and other social media platforms (i.e. Twitter) required
- Desire and ability to work in a fast-paced, multi-tasking, deadline-oriented dynamic environment with regular change
- Advanced proficiency in PowerPoint, Excel and Word
- Understanding of Associated Press style guidelines
- Ability to travel to clients and to FTI office(s) as needed
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in relevant industry or field
- 1+ years’ work experience in communications agency, in-house corporate affairs/communications, and/or state/federal government experience
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Total Wellbeing
Our goal is to support the wellbeing of you and your families—physically, emotionally, and financially. We offer comprehensive benefits such as the following:
- Competitive total compensation, including bonus earning potential
- Potential for flexible work arrangements
- Generous paid parental leave with available planning tools, virtual expert coaching services and flex return support
- Family care benefits, including back-up child/elder care
- Employee wellness platform
- Employee recognition programs
- Paid time off for volunteering in your community
- Corporate matching for charitable donations most important to you
- Make an impact in our communities through company sponsored pro bono work
- Professional development and certification programs
- Free in-office snacks and drinks
- Free smartphone and cellular plan (if applicable)
- FTI Perks & Discounts at retailers and businesses
- Upscale offices close to public transportation
About FTI Consulting
FTI Consulting, Inc. is the leading global expert firm for organizations facing crisis and transformation, with more than 8,300 employees located in 34 countries and territories. Our broad and diverse bench of award–winning experts advise their clients when they are facing their most significant opportunities and challenges. The Company generated $3.49 billion in revenues during fiscal year 2023. In certain jurisdictions, FTI Consulting’s services are provided through distinct legal entities that are separately capitalized and independently managed. FTI Consulting is publicly traded on the New York Stock Exchange. For more information, visit www.fticonsulting.com and connect with us on Instagram 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.
Compensation Disclosure: Actual compensation is determined based on a wide array of relevant factors including market considerations, business needs, and an individual’s location, skills, level of experience, and qualifications.
