(Senior) Consultant, Strategic Communications - Public Affairs, Sydney
About the Role
As a (Senior) Consultant in our Strategic Communications segment, you will take an active role in the day-to-day management of client accounts. You will be supporting account teams to deliver high quality outcomes for our clients.
We provide our clients with a suite of services, including financial communications, corporate reputation and public affairs in all the major markets around the world.
In Australia, our teams in Sydney, Melbourne and Perth have worked on complex and high-profile communications assignments for clients from sectors including financial services, energy and natural resources, infrastructure, property, media, telecommunications, technology and retail.
We’ve advised Boards and governing councils of industry representatives and not-for-profit organisations on strategies to strengthen and improve their communications capabilities and have acted as trusted advisors to high-profile business and community leaders at critical times in their careers.
What You’ll Do
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Delivering high-quality work within project teams under minimal supervision
- Completing assigned tasks related to public affairs, media relations, crisis communications, and communication campaign management
- Assisting senior team members in developing new business initiatives (e.g. conducting research on prospects, reviewing PowerPoint presentations and proposals, etc.)
- Actively contribute to both internal and client meetings by offering strategic and creative insights
- Staying abreast of client issues and related industry trends and providing proactive insight as and when important developments occur.
- Participate in industry networking events and inform team leaders of potential new business opportunities
- Demonstrates a high level of integrity and asks the necessary questions to manage firm and client data responsibly.
- Understands FTI’s values, Code of Ethics and the Strategic Communications Rules of Practice and demonstrates 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.)
How You’ll Grow
Our consultants can build a career at FTI Consulting. In addition to having access to formal learning opportunities, you’ll will be working with a team of communications professionals who will provide you with ongoing training and mentoring. You’ll be working on complex projects that will broaden your skills and give you the opportunity to learn by doing.
Qualifications & Experience
We want to hear from candidates who are motivated to learn and are not afraid to ask questions. We’re looking for creative problem solvers with:
- Up to 2 years of work experience in a corporate, political, government, public policy or regulatory affairs environment.
- Strong academic performance, with a bachelor’s degree in business, law, politics, communications, or a related field.
- An interest in and sound understanding of Australian and regional politics and government processes, public affairs and civil society issues
- Strong time and priority management skills and an ability to juggle multiple client accounts
- An ability to communicate information effectively and accurately, verbally or in writing across multiple disciplines
- A strong work ethic and an ability to be a self-starter
- Collaborative team player with the ability to also work independently, take initiative and set priorities
- Proficiency in MS PowerPoint, Excel and Word
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:
- Attractive remuneration, including discretionary bonuses available to all employees
- 18 weeks paid, gender-neutral parental leave with full superannuation contributions throughout paid and unpaid leave
- Flexible working arrangements
- Financial support to obtain work-related professional qualification, such as CA, CPA, or CFA, and other
- Professional membership contributions and generous paid study leave (up to 12 days)
- Corporate discount available for health insurance, including dependent(s)
- Employee Assistance Program (“EAP”) – free to all employees and their immediate families
- Make an impact in our communities through company sponsored pro bono work
- Special leave - 2 days per year of a cultural or religious holiday that is not treated as a public holiday in Australia
- FTI Work Perks: our discount program that provides a wide range of corporate offers, savings, and wellbeing resources
- Monthly Health & Wellbeing program including fitness subsidies
- Annual paid volunteer hours
- Corporate matching for charitable donations
- Opportunity to join our Reconciliation Action Plan - Working Group; FTI’s Women’s Initiative Network (FTI WIN); Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging and Corporate Citizenship committees
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 your impact?
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: The compensation range reflects the potential base salary for the role and is inclusive of Superannuation. 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.
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