Senior Consultant, People and Transformation

FTI Consulting•Chicago, IL

6d•$80,000 - $119,000•Hybrid

About The Position

FTI Strategic Communications is currently looking for a Senior Consultant to join our People & Transformation practice. You will serve as a key member of our client-facing project teams, supporting the execution of communications and change management strategies during moments of transformation or transition. This can include mandates related to performance and process improvement, shift in strategy, transactions, restructuring, organizational effectiveness, DEI and the broader employee experience and engagement (among other topics).communication strategies for restructurings, merger integrations, carve-outs, and other transaction-related assignments. Programs generally emphasize internal stakeholders but also may comprise strategies targeted to media, investors, customers, suppliers and other third parties. Candidates preferably have a working knowledge of Chapter 11 restructuring and/or M&A transactions as well as strong writing and presentation skills and a team player mentality. A successful Senior Consultant is confident in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment, where situations may shift quickly and require an immediate response. Additionally, a successful Senior Consultant must be able to anticipate and prepare for potential challenges, and create new formats and strategies, where necessary, to meet a client’s objectives and build strong relationships with colleagues, adapt easily to differing work styles and be committed to continuous learning and process improvement. A successful Senior Consultant understands and lives by FTI’s values, Code of Ethics and the Strategic Communications Rules of Practice. Additional information about FTI’s values, Code of Ethics and the Strategic Communications Rules of Practice can be accessed here. FTI professionals must act with the highest level of integrity at all times and hold our clients accountable for the same. Additionally, a successful Senior Consultant is assured in an entrepreneurial environment, teaming successfully across multiple projects while demonstrating thoughtfulness, efficiency, accuracy and attention to detail. Candidates must be able to build strong relationships with colleagues, adapt easily to differing work styles and be committed to continuous learning and process improvement. Some travel may be required ─ including the possibility of being a key contributor to onsite client engagements, but this is NOT a traditional on-the-road consulting role. Travel is more the exception than the norm. While we strive to support one another and help all team members achieve a healthy work-life balance, evening and weekend work is a requirement of this role and may not always be predictable.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field
3+ years of experience in communications and/or change management transaction related work
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
Excellent written and oral presentation skills
Ability to be in the office minimum 3 days per week
Proven project management skills and the developed ability to multi-task (e.g., managing priorities between multiple client assignments)
Demonstrated accuracy and attention to detail
Ability to establish positive relationships with a wide variety of individuals
Proficient skills in Word, PowerPoint and Excel
A high level of integrity and mindfulness to confidential information
Service-oriented attitude
A strong work ethic and an ability to be a self-starter
This role requires travel to clients and 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

Nice To Haves

Working knowledge of Chapter 11 restructuring and/or M&A transactions

Responsibilities

Maintain a thorough understanding of each client's business and industry
Contribute to the development of strategic project plans for client programs
Draft client materials, such as internal communications, stakeholder messaging and presentations
Anticipate client needs and concerns and proactively work with senior leaders to address them
Provide strong project management support to ensure on-time delivery aligned with broader project plans
Work with colleagues to produce research-based pitch decks and proposals
Partner with senior team members to develop new offerings that address needs in the market (may include authoring thought leadership, driving social media content, pursuing awards, etc.)