Senior Director, Public Affairs (Financial Services) | Strategic Communications
FTI Consulting · Brussels
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
FTI Brussels is looking for a Financial Services sector professional with between 5 -10 years experience. The candidate should have deep experience in Public Affairs with a particular focus in Financial Services.
In this role you will be part of a senior team of experts who advise a broad range of clients in Financial Services on how to navigate a plethora of public policy and communications challenges. We help our clients create sustainable relationships with policy makers, interest groups, industry and the media.
As a Senior Director, you will lead different client accounts, guide junior colleagues and contribute with senior colleagues to building new business opportunities and the growth strategy of the practice.
What You’ll Do
- Deliver to clients: provide strategic advice to a portfolio of clients, manage accounts on a day-to-day basis and develop excellent relationships with client groups. Own client relationships with limited senior supervision; creatively preparing and delivering the client programme.
- Build the business: Strategize on growth and seek out new business leads by working alongside other senior members of the team on business development activities and strategy.
- Team involvement: Line management in the team and knowledge sharing and mentoring junior team members.
- Networking: proactively network with EU contacts and stakeholders as well as potential clients.
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
Basic Qualifications
- Strong academic background
- At least 5 years’ experience in a consultancy, in-house, trade body, public institution or advising clients on policy and communications issues.
- Proven skills in public affairs, advocacy, issues and reputation management in Financial Services.
- Excellent understanding and experience of working with policymakers and stakeholders in Brussels and in national capitals to develop strategic objectives, and strong knowledge of the Financial Services sector regulation and policy discussions.
Preferred Qualifications
- Excellent English with one or two additional languages preferable.
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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.
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