With over 1,400 team members in 31 offices across three continents, FGS Global is one of the world's leading strategic communications consultancies. In Europe, we are a team of more than 450 employees spread across 10 cities including Amsterdam, Berlin, Brussels, Frankfurt, London, Paris, The Hague and Zurich. Our clients range from scale-ups to listed companies, private equity firms to multinational corporations, whom we advise globally.
We are growing. Our teams in Frankfurt and Munich advising international clients on all facets of strategic communications and financial transactions are looking for motivated talents to join the team as an
Associate Director or Director (m/f/d) Transaction & Financial Communication.
What tasks can you look forward to?
As the primary or secondary contact, you support our clients when it matters most: during landmark M&A transactions, the exciting journey of going public and when facing attacks from activist investors.
You translate complex technical developments into clear and compelling communications for business media, investors, and other stakeholders, promoting our clients’ reputation and preparing their management boards and executives for key milestones.
You develop communication strategies for unexpected events that could affect the share price or the company’s reputation and provide support in crisis situations to help our clients maintain public trust.
You bring fresh, inspiring ideas and innovative communication formats to the table, with a deep understanding of complex financial matters and the business rationale behind M&A, IPOs, and other equity and debt financing activities.
You follow, monitor, and understand key political and economic debates in Germany and Europe, providing tailored recommendations to our clients.
You work closely with our international teams and colleagues and our other practice groups to develop high-quality integrated solutions for our clients, leveraging shared knowledge, networks, and experience.
You actively network within the media field and the finance universe, engage with key contacts, and support the team in new business activities and pitches, especially those relating to financial communications and investor relations.
You are a well-versed project manager who excels at mentoring more junior colleagues across our offices, ensuring their personal growth and development. You also contribute to the growth of our Frankfurt or Munich office.
What should you bring along?
You have a bachelor’s or master’s degree, or equivalent, preferably in a subject related to communications, finance, economics or journalism.
You have at least three years’ professional experience as an Associate Director and a minimum of six years’ professional experience as a Director in a relevant field, e.g. consulting, investor relations, communications or, journalism.
You understand what financial storytelling is about and bring profound knowledge of financial markets.
You are a quick learner with excellent analytical and communications skills, both spoken and written in German, and you are fluent in English.
You have a good understanding of the international and German media landscape, with a focus on business and financial media.
You are able to judge mission critical situations and provide well-informed recommendations for our clients.
You possess an entrepreneurial mindset, a proactive attitude, and strong organizational skills.
You are a team player, highly committed, and professional.
You have excellent people and project management skills, are a natural networker, and interact confidently with relevant stakeholders.
You have a passion for communication and the courage to challenge existing approaches and standards, coupled with the ability to innovate.
What we can offer you
Opportunity for you to work on the most complex projects in our sector and make a significant impact on the world, with exciting tasks and attractive development prospects.
Very attractive compensation package.
Prospect of deepening your expertise in various sectors and areas of competence through close cooperation with our integrated project teams (working closely across regions, offices, and practices).
A dedicated, supportive, and expanding team within a corporate culture that seeks excellence and fosters team spirit.
An inspiring working environment in our Frankfurt or Munich office, with the opportunity to work at one of our international offices for a limited period of time.
Flexible work model combining office presence with the opportunity to work remotely.
A mentorship program with our experienced senior leaders.
Don’t meet every single requirement? Please don’t worry! Studies have shown that some groups are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single requirement. At FGS Global, we are dedicated to building a diverse, open, and authentic workplace. So, if you’re excited about this role and our company but your previous professional experience doesn’t match perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we would like to encourage you to apply anyway. You may just be the right candidate for this or another role.
We look forward to your complete application (incl. all relevant academic and professional certificates and/or reference letters). Feel free to contact our HR team by email at careers-eu@fgsglobal.com.
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