INTRODUCTION
About FGS Global -
FGS Global is a strategic advisory and communications consultancy, with over 1200 multidisciplinary experts across the world’s major financial, government, business, and cultural centers. The firm is an acknowledged leader in crisis, corporate reputation, public affairs and capital markets, M&A advisory and boardroom communication counsel. FGS Global supports its clients in addressing a myriad of stakeholder concerns by leveraging its research and insights, media placement, content, digital, and data capabilities. The company was created in December 2021 by combining Finsbury, Hering Schuppener, The Glover Park Group, and Sard Verbinnen & Co. FGS Global serves its client base from 27 cities worldwide, including U.S. Offices in New York, Washington, D.C., Los Angeles, Boston, Chicago, San Francisco, South Florida, and Houston.
Job Overview
RESPONSIBILITIES
Serve as day-to-day communications support and coordinator on a diverse roster of health industry client accounts and/or sub-projects
Write and edit complex health communications materials, media materials, collateral and other client-facing deliverables
Build and maintain press lists; cultivate relationships with health care reporters, editors, producers, bloggers, and other media professionals
Maintain knowledge of health care issues subject matter, evolving health policy and political issues that impact clients’ businesses
Assist with media outreach strategies, including crafting and executing newsworthy and complex pitches
Demonstrate an understanding and contribute to digital & social media platforms and their influence on strategic goals
Manage multiple projects, including task and deadline tracking, for multiple clients from concept to completion
Contribute to firm’s new business process and efforts
Demonstrate strong client-relations skills – responsive, professional, helpful
ATTRIBUTES
A BA/BS degree in a related field and at least 2-4 years of relevant agency or in-house experience
Familiarity and experience with health industry communications preferred
Extremely strong writing and communications skills; ability to produce clear, concise communications materials within tight deadlines
Superior research and editing skills
Ability to identify and cultivate key media contacts and outlets for a range of clients
Experience pitching stories to local and national news outlets
Experience with rapid response or 'war room' efforts
Strong strategic thinking and long-term planning skills
Ability to project manage and multi-task in a dynamic and fast-paced environment
In Washington, DC the base salary for this position at the time of this posting may range from $75,000—$90,000 USD. Individual compensation varies based on job-related factors, including business needs, experience, level of responsibility and qualifications.
District of Columbia Salary Range
$75,000—$90,000 USD
We offer medical, dental and vision plans, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability and AD&D plans, 401(k) with company matching contribution, technology reimbursement, discretionary bonuses, and paid time off to eligible full-time employees.
FGS Global provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to United States federal law requirements, FGS Global complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.
When you submit an application, we collect certain personal information about you for the purpose of evaluating your qualifications for the position. For more information about our privacy practices, please visit our privacy policy at https://fgsglobal.com/privacy.
Candidates must be authorized to legally work in the United States and not require sponsorship for an employment visa now or in the future.