Opportunities for Early Career Professionals
You’ll acquire experiences and skills that will qualify you for a wide variety of fields of activity, including those outside communications consulting.
The training takes place both on the job and through our Academy program. The Academy provides our consultants with the tools they need to succeed in strategic advisory and communications consulting.
If you stay with us long enough, your career development may also include sabbaticals or secondments at one of our international locations.
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Testimonials
Chiara Albertini
Director
Ifeoluwa (Ife) Aiyelabowo
Senior Associate, Generalist
Tell us about a typical day
There is no typical day for me at FGS Global, and that’s why I love it so much!
What is your favorite aspect of the job?
The ability to work with talented subject matter experts on projects I may end up seeing on the front pages of The Wall Street Journal or hearing about when I listen to a podcast after work.
How would you describe yourself as a member of the team?
I’m a proactive team player who tries to be there when someone needs help and ask questions whenever I need clarity on a given topic to make sure the team produces its best quality client work.
What do you think is special about FGS Global?
The people!
How did you begin your career in the industry?
I began my career in financial services consulting, but left after a year to work in strategic communications, investor relations and government affairs consulting at a peer company.
Nonie Cheng
Director
Tell us about a typical day
As a communications consultant, I spend much of my time communicating with clients, journalists and colleagues globally, as we help our clients establish their reputation and navigate complex situations.
I always try to reserve some time every day to read – from news, magazines, books to social media chatter – as it is important for us who work in this industry to understand what is happening in this ever-evolving world.
What is your favorite aspect of the job?
I like how we are given opportunities to learn and grow. We work with people from a wide range of sectors and cultures, and in order to provide the most relevant advice and solutions for them, we need to keep ourselves informed about their businesses and the emerging trends they are facing. That is why we are constantly learning and acquiring new skills.
How would you describe yourself as a member of the team?
I would say I am a supportive team player that brings people together. In a people-centric environment like public relations, we need to work cohesively as a team to achieve a shared goal for our clients. One reason why I have been with the firm since my internship is the people – I really enjoy working with my colleagues.
What do you think is special about FGS Global?
I have been with the firm since 2015, witnessing how we have expanded in Asia and globally throughout the years. Our global presence combined with local expertise enables us to deliver the most relevant advisory service to our clients. What makes us truly unique is our passion and dedication to be the best in the industry.
How did you begin your career in the industry?
I interned in 2015. I decided to stay with the firm after my graduation because of the opportunities to work with leading MNCs and global financial institutions. Since then, I have grown together with the firm and I am excited to see what more we can achieve as a team for many more years to come.
Elizabeth Lake
Senior Associate, Financial Comms
Tell us about a typical day
My typical day begins with a big cup of coffee! Then I will make the jump to the office (or 3 feet away to my desk if I’m working from home) for a full day of participating in client and team calls, drafting materials and reviewing client media coverage. Every day is different – and that keeps our work interesting!
What is your favorite aspect of the job?
My favorite part of the job is the exposure we have to situations, events and announcements that are shaping public affairs around the globe. We get to work with some pretty amazing companies and individuals, which makes the hard work we do worth it in the end!
How would you describe yourself as a member of the team?
Senior Associates play a dynamic role on our teams. We oversee media monitoring and research responsibilities from more junior team members while also taking first pen on client materials. Given my journey with the firm began with a college internship before my senior year, I’d like to say I have a deep understanding of our work and responsibilities across all levels of the firm – which helps me tremendously in these tasks.
What do you think is special about FGS Global?
Our people, without a doubt. The FGS Global team combines a variety of professional backgrounds – some of us have been with the firm since graduating from college, while others bring electic experiences from previous careers. We all bring different strengths to the table, creating an unparalleled, collaborative team dynamic.
How did you begin your career in the industry?
I started as an intern in the Chicago office during the summer before my senior year at University of Michigan. Clearly I enjoyed it – as I’ve been with the firm ever since!