Director | Public Affairs | Strategic Communications - Paris - FTI Consulting

Description

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 division in Paris is currently seeking a Director in France in the Public and Government Affairs (PGA) Practice, possibly with a strong focus on one of our key sectors: Healthcare & Life Sciences, Energy, Technologies, or Financial Services.

We help our clients create sustainable relationships with policy makers, interest groups, industry, and the media. You will be involved in conceiving and delivering solutions in areas that could include advocacy on pieces of legislation, intelligence gathering, policy and impact analysis, strategy engagement shaping with governments to support building the right context and profile with regulatory and political stakeholders.

As a Director you will provide strategic advice to a portfolio of clients, manage accounts on a day-to-day basis, develop excellent relationships with client groups and guide junior colleagues in their professional practice. Own client relationships with limited senior supervision; creatively preparing and delivering the client programme.

You will support the ongoing development and growth of the PGA practice and will be associated to the definition of the business development strategy in general in France.

This role is based in Paris with our flexible hybrid working arrangement in place.

What You'll Do

• Provide expert communications and/or advocacy counsel to clients in line with their respective business priorities.
• Support the growth of the Public and Government Affairs portfolio.
• Recognize and apply global and regional social, economic and other impactful policy trends, and translating those insights into actionable ideas.
• Thought leadership, develop and maintain relationships with trade associations, journalists/media outlets, think tanks and relevant industry leaders.
• Manage overall quality and delivery of work on multiple accounts in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
• Work collaboratively with teams across France as well as peers in the EMEA region and across the world on complex client communications challenges.
• Enhance the consulting capabilities of the team, recruiting, mentoring and coaching colleagues when required.

How You'll Grow

We are committed to investing and supporting you in your professional development and we have developed a range of programs focused on fostering leadership, growth and development opportunities. We aim to promote continuous learning and individual skills development through on-the-job learning, self-guided professional development courses and certifications. You'll be assigned a dedicated coach to mentor, guide and support you through regular coaching sessions and serve as an advocate for your professional growth.

As you progress through your career at FTI Consulting, we offer tailored programs for critical professional milestones to ensure you are prepared and empowered to take on your next role.

What You Will Need to Succeed

• Excellent understanding and experience of working with policymakers and stakeholders in France to develop strategic objectives, and knowledge of one or several sector regulations and policy discussions.
• Expertise in legislative and regulatory issues impacting corporations and knowledge of the competitive landscape surrounding corporations in the space.
• Experience in advising corporate internal or external clients on Public Affairs and policy related topics, executing Public Affairs, Government relations and advocacy strategies.
• Track record of working collaboratively with internal and external senior stakeholders.
• Experience working in complex, matrix environments, working with multicultural stakeholders and colleagues.
• Experience in mentoring and coaching colleagues, supporting their development as well as the growth of the business.
• Fluency in French and English.

Total Wellbeing

Our goal is to support the wellbeing of you and your families—physically, emotionally, and financially. We offer market competitive benefits, including professional development programme, wellness, recognition, community volunteering initiatives, and flexible/hybrid working arrangements.

About FTI

FTI Consulting, Inc. is the leading global expert firm for organizations facing crisis and transformation, with more than 7,900 employees located in 32 countries and territories. Our broad and diverse bench of award–winning experts advise their clients when they are facing their most significant opportunities and challenges. The Company generated $3.7 billion in revenues during fiscal year 2024. In certain jurisdictions, FTI Consulting's services are provided through distinct legal entities that are separately capitalized and independently managed. FTI Consulting is publicly traded on the New York Stock Exchange. For more information, visit and connect with us on Instagram and LinkedIn.

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.

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Additional Information

• Job Family/Level: Op Level 3 - Director
• Citizenship Status Accepted: Not Applicable