Consultant, Financial Communications - Capital Markets

About the role

We provide our clients with a comprehensive view of strategic communications that leverages our integrated suite of services, including financial communications, corporate reputation, transaction communications and public affairs in all the major markets around the world. We are currently looking for a Consultant to join our Financial Communications team.

Responsibilities

• Monitor, analyze, and synthesize market-moving news and developments across a wide range of sources to keep clients informed and well-positioned
• Contribute to the development and execution of strategic investor relations programs
• Have a thorough understanding of each client’s business and investment thesis
• Be able to turn research and feedback from institutional investors into useful advice for clients
• Conduct detailed and accurate research to underpin all client projects and deliverables
• Absorb corporate messages and position a company's story to relevant stakeholder groups
• Directly communicate with clients, through both email and scheduled/impromptu meetings
• Incorporate both quantitative and qualitative analysis into recommendations for companies’ messaging and investor engagement strategies
• Monitor research and report on broad financial markets, industry trends, peer companies, client stock movements and media coverage
• Help research best practice policies and programs
• Draft client communications materials such as press releases and presentations under the direction of senior team members
• Handle certain logistics in the execution of IR programs, such as distribution of press releases, setting up of earnings conference calls and webcasts, liaise with vendors on behalf of the client, etc.
• Work within Strategic Communications Financial Communications Practice network and utilize resources to leverage prior relevant work for new projects that arise
• Assist Financial Communications Practice leaders to advance Strategic Communications standing in the field of Investor Relations
• Develop strong interpersonal skills by working closely with members of the FTI team and your clients on a day-to-day basis

Qualifications

• 1 year of experience working in sell-side research, equity asset management, investment banking, financial communications, or investor relations
• Strong quantitative and qualitative research skills
• Excellent written and oral presentation skills
• Ability to learn new concepts quickly and possess a service-oriented attitude
• Developed ability to multi-task
• Demonstrated accuracy and attention to detail
• Ability to remain organized in a fast-paced environment, manage time effectively and meet deadlines
• Proficient skills in Word, PowerPoint and Excel
• Proficient in either Capital IQ or Factset platforms
• Travel required to clients and to FTI office(s)