Senior 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 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
The Senior Director will take a leadership role in the development and management of communications programs. The Senior Director will oversee the development and execution of multi-stakeholder communications activities, which requires knowledge of utility regulatory matters, media, government, legal, technology, industrials, infrastructure, and financial services.
The Senior Director is a primary client counselor and will be a valuable member of a growing global practice, supporting projects across a variety of industry sectors. A successful Senior Director will work in collaboration with colleagues and clients to provide tailored solutions that successfully engage employees and communicate change within organizations. She or he is confident in an entrepreneurial environment, with the ability to establish and maintain strong client relationships, deliver high quality work, and contribute to internal practice development initiatives as well as new business activities. Periodic travel is required.
What You’ll Do
The Senior Director manages account teams and projects, leveraging in-depth knowledge of clients' objectives and challenges to oversee the design and implementation of innovative strategies to assist them through communication challenges and position them for the future. Responsibilities will include, but will not be limited to, the following:
Develop strategic proposals and communications plans for clients and new business prospects
Serve as a primary client contact, providing strategic counsel directly to clients in meetings, conference calls and while working on client sites
Oversee project management and document development to ensure deadlines are met and objectives are achieved
Anticipate client needs and concerns and work to proactively to address them
Drive new business pursuits, including the development of thought leadership, identification of business prospects and ongoing networking on behalf of the firm
Support team training and professional development and serve as a coach to early career professionals on the team
Manage profitability and utilization on multiple projects and accounts
Help clients identify and escalate risks in order to act and communicate with integrity
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 Requirements
Bachelor’s degree
8+ years of communications, political/issues campaign experience
Travel required to clients and to FTI office(s)
Preferred Requirements
Master degree
Ability to advise and secure confidence of senior communications and C-level client contacts, as well as other outside legal and financial advisors
Excellent organizational skills and written and verbal presentation skills
Proven project management track record and comfort managing and working with staff at all levels
Strong work ethic, attention to detail and a service-oriented attitude
Ability to work under pressing deadlines across multiple projects and portray calm in the face of difficult situations to clients and other team members
- Track record of managing communications with multiple stakeholders (investors, employees, customers, media, etc.) during hostile and friendly transactions, bankruptcies, crises, distressed and litigation
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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
- Full package of benefits plans, including medical, dental, and vision coverage along with life and disability insurance
- Generous paid time off and holidays
- Company matched 401(k) retirement savings plan
- 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 a leading global expert firm for organizations facing crisis and transformation, with more than 8,100 employees located in 32 countries and territories as of December 31, 2025. In certain jurisdictions, FTI Consulting’s services are provided through distinct legal entities that are separately capitalized and independently managed. The Company generated $3.80 billion in revenues during fiscal year 2025. More information can be found at www.fticonsulting.com.
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 potential base salary for the role. 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.
