Director, Public Affairs - Industrials

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 work side-by-side with leaders who have shaped history, helping solve the biggest challenges making headlines today. From day one, you’ll be an integral part of a focused team where you can make a real impact. 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  

FTI Consulting’s Strategic Communications segment is looking for an enthusiastic self-starter to join its team in Washington, D.C., specializing in providing public affairs and communication services to companies within the industrials sector. Our clients represent a range of industries, including chemicals, manufacturing, infrastructure, agrifood, transportation, and aerospace and defense. The team offers expert counsel to help clients navigate complex regulatory environments, manage public perception, and engage effectively with stakeholders. Services encompass policy advocacy, issues and crisis communications, media relations, campaigns and reputation management. 

As a director, you will take an active role in supporting the day-to-day management of client accounts. At this level, you will be responsible for managing both up and down within account teams to appropriately service client communications. You will develop and execute communications strategies to deliver results and meet client expectations, draft documents for client use, and provide perspective to clients on internal, peer, and market developments as such pertains to the media. 

What You’ll Do  

• Serve as one of the day-to-day client contact for select accounts; manage the overall quality of work on multiple accounts by demonstrating professional and team leadership 

• Write and edit a variety of materials (e.g., memos, press releases, presentations, emails, media pitches, web content) 

• Demonstrate an understanding of client information, including business strategy, services, stakeholders and competitive landscape 

• Deliver high-quality work focused on client needs 

• Create client-ready deliverables in a timely and efficient manner 

• Take a proactive approach and anticipate client needs 

• Counsel clients about industry, company, and market developments 

• Identify resource needs and work with managers to assign individual responsibilities 

• Support billing procedures to ensure timely and accurate delivery of client invoices 

• Help clients identify and escalate risks in order to act and communicate with integrity 

• Participate in the generation new business proposals and presentations 

• Identify emerging opportunities to add more value for the client 

• Work and demonstrate mentoring ability; effectively manage individuals and teams and develop relationship-building efforts 

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

• Bachelor’s degree in communications / public relations, political science, international affairs, journalism or a related field

• 5+ years of relevant post-graduate professional experience in a communications agency, in-house corporate and/or state/federal/international government experience 

• Superior public policy, writing, editing, and researching skills 

• Demonstrated development of a professional network and experience with media contacts, database tools and pitching media to secure client coverage is required 

• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis; the employer will not sponsor applicants for work visas 

• Ability to travel to FTI offices and client site(s) as needed 

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft 365 and AI/LLM tools 

• Proven organizational, time and project management skills, and the ability to effectively juggle multiple client projects and relationships 

• Experience supporting new business development and/or proposal writing

• Familiarity with issues in the industrials sector (e.g., chemicals, agrifood, manufacturing, aerospace and defense) or other highly regulated industries

• Familiarity with media monitoring tools (e.g., Factiva, Cision), social media (e.g., X, LinkedIn) and related analytics platforms (e.g., Brandwatch, Talkwalker)

• Familiarity with the Associated Press Stylebook

• Ability to work collaboratively within a fast-paced, team-first environment

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