Who We Are
FTI Consulting is the world's leading expert-driven consulting firm. Over the last 40 years, FTI Consulting experts have served as the trusted advisor to Fortune 500 companies and the world's leading law and private equity firms when they are facing their greatest opportunities and challenges. Our strong performance and continued success are a direct reflection of the ambition, energy, and commitment of our talented professionals across the globe to make a positive impact for our clients and communities.
At FTI Consulting, you'll be inspired and empowered to make an impact on headline matters that change history. Working side by side with the world's leading experts in your field, you'll be surrounded by an open collaborative culture that embraces diversity, recognition, professional development and most importantly, you.
There's never been a more exciting time to join FTI Consulting and this is where you will do the most exciting and fulfilling work of your career.
Are you ready to make an impact?
About The Role
We provide our clients with a comprehensive view of strategic communications that leverages our integrated suite of services, including crisis management, litigation communications, financial communications, corporate reputation, transaction communications and public affairs in all the major markets around the world.
We are currently looking for a sagacious Consultant to join our Strategic Communications team in our São Paulo office. This is an entry-level position, and the Consultant will primarily support client teams in the execution of various strategic communications consulting programs simultaneously, across all the different offerings, including crisis communications, public & government affairs, reputation building, financial communications and change management. Given the diverse nature of the work, we are looking for someone who has flexibility, go-getter mentality and is willing to learn and work with different subjects, offerings and industries. This is a very hands-on position, requiring a high level of organization and also that theConsultant keeps up-to-date on key issues and events impacting clients, as well as the general news. As many of the clients are not based in Brazil, the position requires full professional fluency, speaking and writing, in English. This is a hybrid position, the Consultant will be expected to be at the office at least three times a week (Tuesdays to Thursdays), and in-person meetings with clients might happen occasionally.
What You'll Do
In this role, the Consultant will develop knowledge of clients' objectives and challenges as well as business and political issues to help the client team design communications strategies and execute program tactics. Responsibilities will include, but will not be limited to, the following:
- Research on topics such as market issues, public policies and legislations, client challenges and stakeholders, and competitive landscapes;
- Follow market trends;
- Prepare daily media monitoring analytical reports for clients;
- Prepare regulatory monitoring reports for clients;
- Draft a variety of client materials (e.g., strategic memos, press releases, presentations, position and policy papers, emails, media reports, media pitches, social media posts and internal communications content, etc.) in a timely and efficient manner, under the direction of senior team members;
- Create client-ready deliverables;
- Assist with ongoing program measurement and progress report development;
- Research appropriate target media for clients, and develop and maintain media lists;
- Develop appropriate editorial calendar opportunities;
- Manage the proper functionality of third-party media tools and media subscriptions;
- Address client issues thoughtfully and effectively;
- Deliver high-quality work focused on client needs;
- Evaluate results against objectives;
- Assist in successfully growing existing accounts;
- Contribute to the professional development and performance review process for interns, as needed; and
- Demonstrate a high level of integrity and ask the necessary questions to manage firm and client data responsibly.
Additional Duties
Business Development
- Nurture solid relationships with clients;
- Work with managers to help clients assess their needs;
- Contribute to the development of new business proposals and presentations, including research support.
How You'll Grow
This is a great opportunity to strengthen your understanding of how strategic communications are for the various businesses and use this knowledge to help build best-in-class programs. In addition, developing strong interpersonal skills by working closely with members of the FTI team, in Brazil and abroad, and your clients on a day-to-day basis.
Basic Qualifications
What You Will Need To Succeed
- One plus year of professional work experience in corporate communications, media relations, public relations, or related field;
- Bachelor's degree in Journalism, Public Relations, International Relations, Political Science, Law, Economics or related;
- Full professional fluency, speaking and writing, in English is required;
- Ability to attend client meetings, events and to work at FTI office in São Paulo. Travel outside São Paulo will not be frequent.
Preferred Qualifications
- A strong work ethic and an ability to be a self-starter. A collaborative team player that also has the ability to work independently, take initiative and set priorities;
- Superior research, writing and editing skills;
- Proven project management skills and the ability to proactively support/counsel key client relationships;
- Strong time and priority management skills and an ability to effectively juggle multiple client projects;
- Desire and ability to work in a fast-paced, multi-tasking, deadline-oriented dynamic environment with regular change;
- Proficiency in PowerPoint, Excel and Word;
- Spanish knowledge is a plus; and
- Experience in social media is also a plus.
Wellbeing
Our goal is to support the wellbeing of you and your families-physically, emotionally, and financially. In addition to regulatory benefits required in your country, FTI offer s comprehensive benefits such as the following:
- Competitive total compensation, including bonus earning potential
- Full package of benefits plans, including healthcare coverage and life insurance
- Generous paid time off
- Potential for flexible work arrangements
- Generous paid parental leave and flex return support
- Employee recognition programs
- Paid time off for volunteering in your community
- Corporate matching for charitable donations most important to you
- Make an impact in our communities through company sponsored pro bono work
- Professional development and certification programs
- Free in-office snacks and drinks
- Upscale offices close to public transportation
About FTI Consulting
FTI Consulting is a global business advisory firm dedicated to helping clients with their most significant opportunities and challenges. With more than 8,000 employees located in 31 countries, our broad and diverse bench of award-winning experts advise their clients when they are facing their most significant opportunities and challenges. At FTI Consulting, we embrace, cultivate and maintain a culture of diversity, inclusion & belonging, which are fundamental components to our core values. FTI Consulting is publicly traded on the New York Stock Exchange and has been named the #1 Professional Services Firm on Forbes List of America's Best Employers and the best firm to work for by Consulting Magazine . For more information, visit www.fticonsulting.com 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.
Compensation Disclosure: Actual compensation is determined based on a wide array of relevant factors including market considerations, business needs, and an individual's location, skills, level of experience, and qualifications.
