Consultant, Corporate Reputation l Strategic Communications

Who We Are

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

Our Strategic Communications team in Singapore provides our clients with a comprehensive view of strategic communications that leverages our integrated suite of services, including financial communications, corporate reputation and public affairs in all the major markets around the world.

We are looking to hire a Consultant to join an ambitious, dynamic growth-minded team in Singapore. As one of our Consultants, you will have the opportunity to learn and implement a full range of strategic communications services. Our Consultants play a key role in advising FTI's international and domestic clients across a range of industries. In this role, you will support ongoing communications programmes as well as contribute towards new business proposals as needed..

We take career progression seriously and seek candidates who wish to learn and develop their own career while becoming a key long-term member of our team. Our ideal candidate is a proactive self-starter who can work independently, take ownership of their work, and show a genuine interest in learning and developing in the role.

Our Consultant role is both challenging and highly rewarding, with client service and account management at its core. The successful candidate will be able to join a number of exciting and challenging client accounts, serving a range of leading corporate names from day one.

What You’ll Do

• Assist with client deliverables and counsel on all aspects of their communications programmes, with a focus financial services corporate communications and media relations work.
• Draft communications materials, including strategies, press releases, client memos, articles, and briefing documents with guidance from seniors.
• Build relationships with key financial and business media and relevant stakeholders.
• Deliver high-quality work and manage assigned client engagement tasks.
• Assist senior team members in developing new business initiatives (e.g. conducting research on prospects, developing strategic approaches and ideas, reviewing presentations and proposals, etc.).
• Contribute strategic and creative insights in client and internal discussions.
• Stay current on client and industry trends, identify opportunities, and participate in relevant industry events.
• Understand and live by FTI’s values, Code of Ethics and the Strategic Communications Rules of Practice, and work with junior staff to embed these concepts within the firm’s culture. (Additional information about FTI’s values, Code of Ethics and the Strategic Communications Rules of Practice can be accessed here.)

How You’ll Grow

• In this interesting and diverse role, you will have the opportunity to work with our worldwide network of member firms and gain a unique experience to work with a diverse team across Asia and Global.
• You will have the opportunity to be part of a growing team of leading experts in the financial and corporate PR space, and develop a deeper understanding on areas including corporate reptation management (profile raising, market positioning, multi-market communication campaigns, crisis and issues management, etc.), transaction communications (M&As, IPOs, privatisations, shareholder activism, takeovers, etc), investor relations, and public relations for our suite of clients in the financial space.
• You will build your professional skills in a variety of project experiences by assisting the clients to understand the complexities of issues they face, and by implementing solutions to help them remediate identified issues.
• We aim to promote continuous learning and individual skills development through on-the-job learning, and self-guided professional development courses. FTI offers professional milestones programmes and other internal learning courses to ensure you are prepared and empowered to take on your next role.

What You Will Need to Succeed

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Journalism, International Relations, Business, or a related field preferred.
• 1–2 years of relevant experience in strategic communications and media relations. Strong graduates with relevant internship experience are encouraged to apply.
• Interest in financial markets and financial services.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills.
• Able to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Collaborative team player who can also work independently and take initiative.
• Comfortable working with senior stakeholders and clients in a fast-paced environment.
• Able to work effectively across regional and global teams.
• Strong learning mindset and openness to new communication approaches.
• Willing to accommodate regional or global meeting hours as required.

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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.