Director, Public Affairs l Strategic Communications

FTI Consulting India Private Limited; New Delhi; On-site; INR 5,200,000 - 7,500,000; Full time

Job summary

FTI Consulting India Private Limited in New Delhi is seeking a seasoned Director for our Strategic Communications practice. You will lead client engagements, shape strategy, and mentor a growing team across India, Asia, and globally.

The role requires a deep public affairs background, strong business development acumen, and the ability to build the India growth agenda while delivering high‑quality work for local and international clients.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Public Policy, Political Science, International Relations, Law, Economics, Communications, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 10 years of relevant Public Affairs experience, advising local and international clients.
• Strong experience in government relations, policy and regulatory issues, stakeholder engagement, issues management, and/or advocacy.
• Excellent written and verbal English communication and presentation skills.
• Strong business development and client relationship skills, including developing strategies, proposals, and pitches.

Responsibilities

• Day-to-day management of public affairs and strategic communications client accounts, ensuring high-quality outputs.
• Build and expand FTI Consulting's public affairs practice in India as part of a team.
• Partner with senior leadership to develop and execute India growth strategy.
• Contribute to the firm's strategic direction in the Indian market with knowledge of political, regulatory, business, and economic landscape.
• Support business development with proposals, pitches, and client strategies.
• Represent the New Delhi office in marketing and promotional activities across India and Asia.
• Lead creation of compelling written materials for business development and client engagement.
• Mentor and develop junior team members to foster learning and collaboration.

Skills

English communication

Business development

Client relationships

Public affairs

Proposals & pitches

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher in Public Policy, Political Science, International Relations, Law, Economics, Communications, or a related discipline

Job description

Who We Are

FTI Consulting is the leading global expert firm for organizations facing crisis and transformation. We work with many of the world’s top multinational corporations, law firms, banks and private equity firms on their most important issues to deliver impact that makes a difference. From resolving disputes, navigating crises, managing risk and optimizing performance, our teams respond rapidly to dynamic and complex situations. At FTI Consulting, you’ll work side‑by‑side with leaders who have shaped history, helping solve the biggest challenges making headlines today. From day one, you’ll be an integral part of a focused team where you can make a real impact. You’ll be surrounded by an open, collaborative culture that embraces diversity, recognition, professional development and, most importantly, you. Are you ready to make your impact?

About the Role

Our Strategic Communications team in India provides 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. As our India business grows, we are looking for driven Director to join our New Delhi team. This role sits at the heart of our public affairs practice. The successful candidate will combine strong client service capabilities with a commercial mindset, bringing both the strategic depth to advise senior client stakeholders and the hands‑on commitment to deliver high‑quality work. You will play a meaningful role in shaping the firm's India strategy, contributing to business development, and helping to build and mentor a talented team. We are looking for a strategic thinker who is mature, empathetic, results‑oriented, and collaborative — someone who is as comfortable leading client engagements as they are working alongside colleagues across India, Asia, and globally. If you are an enthusiastic learner who wants to apply innovative approaches to communications within a leading global consultancy and build an international career, this is the role for you.

What You’ll Do

• Day-to-day management of public affairs and strategic communications client accounts, ensuring consistent delivery of high-quality counsel and outputs.
• Play an active role in building and expanding FTI Consulting's public affairs practice in India as part of a highly motivated team.
• Partner with senior leadership to develop and execute the firm's India growth strategy, reinforcing New Delhi's position within FTI's global network.
• Contribute meaningfully to the firm's strategic direction in the Indian market, drawing on deep knowledge of the country's political, regulatory, business, and economic landscape.
• Support business development efforts with a focus on public affairs and strategic communications, including the development of proposals, pitches, and client strategies.
• Represent the New Delhi office in marketing and promotional activities across India and the broader Asia region.
• Lead the creation of compelling, high-quality written materials for business development and client engagement purposes.
• Mentor and develop junior team members, fostering a culture of learning, excellence, and collaboration.

How You’ll Grow

FTI Consulting's Strategic Communications practice offers an intellectually stimulating, international environment where ambition is recognised and rewarded. You will have the autonomy to shape your own career path in line with your professional interests and the growth of the business. Those who proactively seek challenging assignments, deliver outstanding client service, and take initiative in building the business will find themselves on an accelerated growth trajectory. High-performance behaviour - including new business prospecting, trusted advisory relationships with senior clients, and fostering team cohesion — are actively tracked and recognised as indicators of leadership potential.

What You Will Need to Succeed

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Public Policy, Political Science, International Relations, Law, Economics, Communications, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 10 years of relevant Public Affairs experience, with a strong track record advising local and international clients.
• Strong experience in government relations, policy and regulatory issues, stakeholder engagement, issues management, and/or advocacy.
• Excellent written and verbal English communication and presentation skills.
• Strong business development and client relationship skills, including developing strategies, proposals, and pitches.

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and exercise sound judgment.
• Collaborative and able to work effectively with cross-market and global teams.
• Flexibility to travel and participate in regional or global meetings outside standard working hours, when required.

FTI Consulting is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, protected veteran status, religion, physical or mental disability, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.

With more than 8,100+ employees located in 32 countries and territories around the globe, we are the leading global expert firm for organizations facing crisis and transformation. Our experts have led organizations, shaped policy, driven investigations, managed crises, advised world leaders and built businesses from the ground up. Learn more about the work we do and how we’re helping clients around the world turn their biggest challenges and opportunities into stories of success. Learn more about our impact. We are committed to creating an inclusive culture where our people can grow and achieve their full potential. To learn more about FTI Consulting, visit www.fticonsulting.com/careers and connect with us on Instagram and LinkedIn.