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About the Role

As a Director in our Healthcare & Life Sciences sector, you will support the day-to-day management of client accounts, aligning with the Healthcare and Life Sciences sectors and our Public Affairs team. You will manage client communications programs, develop and execute strategies, draft client documents, provide insights on market developments, and plan media interactions. You will also serve as a liaison across internal teams, lead client campaigns, and oversee colleagues to ensure timely and budget-conscious delivery of client initiatives.

Responsibilities

Serve as a day-to-day client contact for select accounts.
Project manage client accounts, workstreams, and projects, ensuring overall quality of work.
Write and edit various materials including memos, policy documents, press releases, presentations, emails, media pitches, and web content.
Demonstrate understanding of client information, including business strategy, services, stakeholders, and competitive landscape.
Deliver high-quality work focused on client needs.
Create client-ready deliverables in a timely and efficient manner.
Anticipate client needs proactively.
Counsel clients on industry, company, and market developments.
Identify resource needs and assign responsibilities with account leaders and project managers.
Support billing procedures for timely and accurate client invoicing.
Assist account leads with day-to-day program management, operating with minimal supervision and leading workstreams.
Help clients identify and escalate risks to act and communicate with integrity.
Assist senior team members in creatively developing, preparing, and executing communications.
Identify emerging opportunities to add client value.
Anticipate difficult situations and evaluate strategies and alternatives with senior management.
Serve as a thought leader to the Public Affairs practice and healthcare team.
Mentor junior staff and demonstrate leadership ability.
Foster collaboration and partnership within the team, supporting a positive work environment.
Actively support new business development efforts.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant industry or field.
Minimum five years of work experience in communications agency and/or state/federal government experience.
Superior public policy, writing, editing, and research skills.
Proven project management track record.
Comfort in managing and working with staff at all levels.
Prior healthcare experience, including familiarity with major issues facing the industry, is a must.
This role requires travel to clients and FTI office(s) up to 20%.
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis; this position does not provide visa sponsorship.

Skills

Public policy
Writing
Editing
Research
Project management
Healthcare experience
Communications strategy
Stakeholder management
Media relations
Public affairs
Client service
Mentoring
Collaboration
New business development
Attention to detail
Service-oriented attitude
Organizational skills
Written presentation skills
Verbal presentation skills

Location

United States

Work Type

Full-time
Travel required

Experience Level

Director
Minimum five years of work experience

Education Level

Bachelor’s degree
Master’s Degree in Public Health, Public Policy or related field (Preferred)

Salary/Compensations

$102,000 - $173,000

Benefits

Professional development programs
On-the-job learning
Self-guided professional development courses and certifications
Dedicated coach for mentorship and support
Tailored programs for critical professional milestones

About the Company

FTI Consulting is the leading global expert firm for organizations facing crisis and transformation.
We work with top multinational corporations, law firms, banks, and private equity firms on important issues to deliver impact.
Our teams respond rapidly to dynamic and complex situations, from resolving disputes to managing risk and optimizing performance.
At FTI Consulting, you’ll work side-by-side with leaders, helping solve major challenges.
We offer an open, collaborative culture that embraces diversity, recognition, professional development, and individuality.

Equal Opportunity

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.