Consultant, Strategic Communications

**About the Role**

This is an opportunity for a recent graduate or an individual early in their professional career to join the Perth office as a Consultant in our Strategic Communications segment, working in the capital markets investor relations team. You will take an active role in supporting delivery of high-quality outcomes for multiple client accounts across numerous sectors.

At FTI Consulting, we provide our clients with a comprehensive view of strategic communications that leverages our integrated suite of services, including financial communications, corporate reputation, ESG and public affairs/government relations in all the major markets around the world.

In Australia, our teams in Sydney, Melbourne and Perth have worked on complex and high-profile communications assignments for clients from sectors including energy and natural resources, financial services, infrastructure, property, media, telecommunications and retail.

This is also an opportunity to extend beyond direct investor relations and capital markets work with the ability to work with our team of experts on Corporate & Public Affairs matters, such as media and government relations, crisis management and litigation support.

**What You'll Do**

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

- Completing assigned tasks with a focus on investor relations and media relations for various ASX listed clients, including drafting communications materials such as ASX announcements, media releases, company presentations and social media /digital materials
- Supporting strategy and message development for clients on their engagement and implementation with various stakeholders
- Delivering high-quality work within project teams under mínimal supervision
- Assisting senior team members in developing new business initiatives (e.g. conducting research on prospects, reviewing PowerPoint presentations and proposals, etc.)
- Actively contribute to both internal and client meetings by offering strategic and creative insights

**How You'll Grow**

Our consultants can build a career at FTI Consulting. In addition to having access to formal learning opportunities, you will be working with a team of communications professionals who will provide you with ongoing training and mentoring. You'll be working on complex projects that will broaden your skills and give you the opportunity to learn by doing.

**Qualifications & Experience**
- Time and priority management skills and an ability to juggle multiple client accounts
- An ability to convey information effectively and accurately, verbally or in writing across multiple disciplines
- A strong work ethic and an ability to be a self-starter who can think ahead and anticipate client needs
- Collaborative team player with the ability to also work independently, take initiative and set priorities
- Proficiency in MS Word, PowerPoint and Excel
- Experience in social media is a plus
- Strong academic performance, with a bachelor's degree in business/commerce, law, communications, journalism or a related field
- Recently graduated or up to three years of work experience in a corporate, media or agency environment, with financial literacy and basic understanding of ASX and investment markets advantageous

**Our Benefits**

Apart from the well-structured career path and excellent team environment, our employees enjoy a variety of perks and benefits. Our benefits include, but are not limited to:

- Attractive remuneration
- 18 weeks paid parental leave
- Medical insurance program (corporate membership) for individual and dependent(s)
- Annual paid volunteer hours
- Corporate matching for charitable donations
- Flexible working arrangements
- Fresh fruits, snacks, and drinks
- Employee Assistance Program (“EAP”) - free to all employees and their immediate families
- Monthly Health & Wellbeing program including fitness subsidies
- Professional membership contributions and generous paid study leave

**About FTI Consulting**

What makes us unique? With more than 7,900 employees located in offices in every corner of the globe, we are the firm our clients call when their most important issues are at stake. Regardless of what level you are, you will have the opportunity to work alongside and learn from top experts in your field on high-profile engagements that impact history. Our culture is collaborative, and we value diversity, recognition, development and making a difference in our communities.

FTI Consulting is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, 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.