Managing Director, Public Affairs, Telecom, Media, and Technology | Strategic Communications

FTI Consulting•Washington, DC

1d•$198,000 - $356,500•Onsite

About The Position

As a Managing Director in the Public Affairs practice in Washington, DC, you will provide senior-level counsel and assist clients in developing multi-faceted communications strategies to shape and inform the political and policy environment. A successful Managing Director will be confident in an entrepreneurial environment, have the ability to secure and build strong client relationships, develop new business opportunities, stay abreast of industry developments, as well as help continually innovate the firm's offerings. Qualified candidates must possess and demonstrate an excellent command of legislative and regulatory issues that have the potential to impact our clients.

Requirements

BA or BS from accredited college or university
10-12 years of relevant experience developing and executing communications and advocacy strategies
On-the-record media affairs experience and expertise; current relationships with industry-focused journalists
Significant experience in communications and/or policy work in one or more of the following: Capitol Hill, the Executive Branch; companies within the sector; trade associations within the sector; sector focused advocacy organizations; other sector focused public affairs work
Ability to translate past experience for the benefit of a broad array of clients across the telecom, media, and telecommunications sector
Superior strategic thinking, writing, and presentation skills required
Aptitude and network for developing new business

Responsibilities

Provide expert communications and/or advocacy counsel to clients in line with their respective business priorities
Manage overall quality and delivery of work on multiple accounts in a dynamic, fast-paced environment
Oversee client budgets, business strategy, and be accountable for client account profitability
Generate and lead new business development efforts
Identify emerging opportunities to add greater value for clients
Recognize and apply global and regional social, economic and other impactful policy trends, and translating those insights into actionable ideas
Possess, develop and maintain relationships with applicable trade associations, journalists/media outlets, think tanks and relevant industry leaders to enhance and grow business
Effectively lead account teams on complex client communications challenges
Actively manage, develop, inspire, and motivate staff to excel
Anticipate potential challenges and evaluate strategies with senior management