Director OF Corporate Communications

Director, Corporate Leadership & Transformation CommunicationsNew York, United StatesOpportunityBrunswick Group, a strategic advisory firm focused on critical issues, is seeking a Director in New York with expertise in advising consumer companies – such as retail, food and beverage, apparel, luxury brands – on high-stakes issues and moments of transformation. In addition to client-facing responsibilities, the Consumer Industries Group Director will play an important role in the thought leadership and development of the sector team, one of the largest at the firm. Directors along with Partners serve as firm leaders and play a critical role in driving client work and the overall success of the firm.About the RoleClient Contribution & HandlingDeliver strategic advice to consumer industries clients, drawing on specialist communications expertise and depth of professional advisory experienceDemonstrate deep knowledge of the clients' business and strategic communications issues spanning financial situations, crisis, litigation, and/or transformationMonitor level of account profitability and intervene as necessaryCommunication SkillsExpress a point of view in a thoughtful manner; analyze and distill complex informationWrite thoughtful, well-structured content; consider audience in style and tone of communicationsExhibit and exercise sound judgement and discretionQuestion and challenge in a constructive way; present unpopular ideas to senior executives with poise and confidenceBusiness DevelopmentSource new business opportunities along with Partner, apply knowledge and experience to lead well-run pitch teams and drive the pitch preparationUse deep knowledge of key sectors to promote new business approaches and ideasAssist in pitches across regions and sectorsIdentify new opportunities to deliver other Brunswick expertise to existing clients; actively pursue and secure extensions of client relationshipsBuild and maintain strong external networks to deliver valuable insight to clients and the firmTeamsActively and effectively manage account teams; drive the day-to-dayKeep the Partner and other team members informed of account and project statusFoster development of team members' skills and client handling ability by identifying new challenges and encouraging team to stretch where appropriateWhat We're Looking ForKnowledge, Skills, and Abilities10-15+ years of experience in advising the c-suite of Fortune 500 consumer industries clients on strategic communications for critical issues (i.e., Litigation, Financial Situations, Crisis)Extensive expertise and focus on understanding stakeholders and issues within consumer industries sub-sectors such as retail, hospitality, CPG, apparel, luxury brandsExperience managing teams of five or more peopleProven ability to successfully interact with top-tier media in proactive and reactive situationsStrong work ethic and attention to detail; client service-orientationExceptional research, writing and communication skillsAbility to multitask and prioritize competing deadlines with attention to detailExhibit discretion with confidential client mattersStrong financial acumen, interest, and understanding of capital markets and a range of business and financial situations involving U.S. public companiesAppetite for consuming a wide range of news from multiple sourcesEmotionally intelligent and adept at "reading the room"Professional polish, energy, and clear leadership skillsNatural team player who invests in the people around themEntrepreneurial, collaborative and comfortable in a "roll your sleeves up environment"Adept at navigating and succeeding within high-performance, high-standards environmentsWhy Join UsWhether you are joining a client facing team, a core services team, or starting out on your professional career journey, joining Brunswick unlocks a range of exceptional employee benefits to support your financial future, health and wellness, family and community and continuous professional development.The successful applicant will be eligible for the following compensation and benefits package: Base Pay: The annual base compensation range for this role is $190,000-$250,000. The base pay offered will be determined by factors including experience, skills, training, office location, certifications, and education. Bonus Eligibility: Annual discretionary bonus contingent upon individual and firm-wide performance. Benefits: Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance. Disability insurance. Employee assistance program. Flexible spending account. Health savings account. Life insurance. Commuter Benefits. Generous Paid Time Off: 25 vacation days and 10 days sick leave, as well as 11 paid company holidays. Firm-sponsored 401(k) Plan with 3% automatic company contribution of base and bonus with an additional 1.5% profit share– immediate vesting. Career training and development opportunities. Employee discounts. Office Policy: At Brunswick, our work is a craft that thrives in teaching environments – whether in our offices or on-site with clients – through real-time observation, collaboration, human connection, clear guidance and by challenging one another to keep getting better. Our policy is that our team members are in person – either in the office or on-site with clients – at least four days each week.The firm will provide reasonable accommodation to qualified applicants or employees, as defined by applicable law. In addition to the application, the process may include virtual and in-person interviews, as well as an assessment, which may be timed. To request an accommodation during our application and hiring process, email View email address on click.appcast.io.