Consultant, Public Affairs - Financial Services

Consultant, Financial Service Public Affairs

FTI Consulting is the leading global expert firm for organizations facing crisis and transformation. We work with many of the world's top multinational corporations, law firms, banks and private equity firms on their most important issues to deliver impact that makes a difference. From resolving disputes, navigating crises, managing risk and optimizing performance, our teams respond rapidly to dynamic and complex situations.

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 The Role

We are currently seeking a motivated and enthusiastic individual to join our team as a Consultant in our Financial Service Public Affairs practice. As a Consultant, you will take an active role in supporting the day-to-day management and execution of financial services client accounts. Consultants primarily support team members on public affairs and strategic communications advocacy campaigns, including communications and messaging development, cultivating relationships with members of the media, writing press pitches, performing research, media monitoring, and development of client deliverables. In so doing, the Consultant will learn the processes and gain the expertise necessary to service and advise clients, with a particular emphasis on strategic communications and public affairs. A Consultant must keep up-to-date on key financial services policy issues and current developments in the industry.

What You'll Do

Client Delivery

• Assist in the research, planning, and development of comprehensive strategic communications and public affairs advocacy campaigns
• Write and edit a variety of client materials (e.g., 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 and track priority legislation
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with members of the media
• Write media pitches, press releases and op-eds
• Develop and maintain media lists for clients and specific targets
• Demonstrate an understanding of client interests, including business strategy, stakeholders, policy issues and politics

Business Development

• Maintain solid relationships with clients including identifying new ways to engage on core issues and create new opportunities for clients to advocate for key priorities through events, meetings, and partnerships, aside from traditional media tactics
• Develop, maintain and grow relationships with key Beltway media reporters and outlets to assist clients' Washington amplifications
• Work with managers to help clients assess their program needs
• Participate in the generation of new business proposals and presentations

Practice Leadership

• Consistently seek ways to improve client service
• Strong communications skills, development and ideas to enhance clients' needs
• Support the development, production and marketing of thought leadership surrounding emerging trends and issues
• Contribute to the professional development and performance review process for interns, as needed

How You'll Grow

Direct access to leadership in tandem with defined long-term developmental planning ensures continued success and advancements in your career trajectory at FTI. You'll have the opportunity to partner with our internal teams and engage with our diverse clients which will help with your continued growth in new and complex practice skills.

What You Will Need To Succeed

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant industry or field, such as Communications, Public Relations, Public/Government Affairs, or Political Science
• 1+ years' work experience, including internships, at a public affairs agency, on Capitol Hill, in an Administration or agency, trade association, think tank, campaign, public relations, media, or another relevant field.
• Demonstrated interest in financial services and the key issues facing the industry
• Advanced proficiency in PowerPoint, Excel and Word
• Superior writing, editing, and researching skills
• Strong work ethic, attention to detail and a positive service-oriented attitude
• Excellent time management, organizational, written and verbal presentation skills
• Travel required to clients and to FTI office(s)
• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States for any employer on a full-time basis; this position does not provide visa sponsorship

Preferred Qualifications

• Desire and ability to work in a fast-paced, multi-task, deadline-oriented dynamic environment with regular change
• Strong time and priority management skills and an ability to effectively juggle multiple client projects
• Solid grasp of government affairs/lobbying, public affairs, communications, public relations, including traditional media relations experience, as well as digital and social media program management experience
• Political acumen gained through work on political campaigns or Capitol Hill

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 Minimum Pay: $68,000Maximum Pay: $91,000 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.