Director, Strategic Communications and Advisory

Responsibilities

• Serve as co-lead on clients and projects, managing client relationships regularly and with ease, as well as managing tactical execution
• Deliver strategic insights and advice to clients, both independently and alongside VPs, MDs, and Partners
• Oversee the timely, precise production of client deliverables, thinking ahead and communicating next steps to teams without prompting
• Develop and execute strategic communications plans, messaging frameworks, media strategies, and thought leadership initiatives
• Build, maintain, and grow relationships with key reporters and media contacts across relevant beats
• Proactively identify and respond to client needs, taking ownership and accountability for deliverables
• Scan daily social, political, and economic news with an eye toward what might affect clients, and bring those insights to client teams
• Help craft persuasive messaging and press materials, simplifying complex legislative, regulatory, or business issues for media audiences
• Provide mentorship and coaching to junior staff, supporting their professional development

Requirements

• 5–10 years of relevant experience in strategic communications, public affairs, public policy, or management consulting
• Bachelor's degree required. Previous agency experience a plus
• Exceptional strategic thinking with the ability to translate complex issues into clear, compelling narratives for diverse audiences
• Exercise resourcefulness and creativity — a “don’t take no for an answer” attitude — when faced with challenges and roadblocks
• Excellent writing and presentation skills, with attention to detail and precision
• Demonstrated experience leading client relationships and managing multiple engagements
• Developing authority as a generalist across project types, or within a sector, practice area, or type of work
• Consistently good judgment, professional maturity, and the confidence to offer candid, well-reasoned counsel
• Commitment to continuous learning, including pursuing skills or experience that add value for clients
• Ability to manage up and down effectively and lead teams by example