Senior Consultant, Financial Communications - ESG Advisory

FTI Consulting, Inc; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Consultant for their ESG Advisory Practice, which plays a pivotal role in guiding public companies through the complexities of sustainability and financial communications. In this dynamic role, you will collaborate with a diverse team of experts to design and implement impactful ESG strategies, conduct materiality assessments, and engage with stakeholders. This position offers a unique opportunity to influence significant projects that drive positive change in the corporate world. Join a forward-thinking firm that values professional growth, diversity, and community impact, while being part of a culture that encourages innovation and collaboration.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage

Generous Paid Time Off

401(k) Retirement Savings Plan

Flexible Work Arrangements

Paid Parental Leave

Employee Wellness Platform

Professional Development Programs

Free In-Office Snacks and Drinks

Corporate Matching for Charitable Donations

Employee Recognition Programs

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years in management consulting or ESG.
• Understanding of financial markets and sustainability.

Responsibilities

• Support project management on client engagements.
• Draft and format sustainability reports and ESG disclosures.

Skills

ESG Reporting

Sustainability Strategy

Market Research

Data Analysis

Interpersonal Skills

Project Management

Writing Skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft PowerPoint

FactSet

Bloomberg

Job description

Senior Consultant, Financial Communications - ESG Advisory

FTI Consulting is the world’s leading expert-driven consulting firm. Over the last 40 years, FTI Consulting experts have served as the trusted advisor to Fortune 500 companies and the world’s leading law and private equity firms when they are facing their greatest opportunities and challenges. Our strong performance and continued success are a direct reflection of the ambition, energy, and commitment of our talented professionals across the globe to make a positive impact for our clients and communities.

At FTI Consulting, you’ll be inspired and empowered to make an impact on headline matters that change history. Working side by side with the world’s leading experts in your field, you’ll be surrounded by an open collaborative culture that embraces diversity, recognition, professional development and most importantly, you.

Are you ready to make an impact?

About The Role

We are seeking a Senior Consultant for FTI Consulting’s ESG Advisory Practice, which sits at the intersection of several core practice areas within FTI’s Strategic Communications segment. This includes the Financial Communications practice, which counsels public company management teams and Boards on strategy and subsequent engagement and communications with the global investment community.

FTI Consulting’s ESG Advisory Practice aids public companies in designing, creating, and executing ESG and broader sustainability strategies and programs. Our ESG Advisory practice provides various services to help companies manage multi-stakeholder ESG risks and opportunities from a financial, regulatory, political, and commercial perspective. Among others, these services include:

• Benchmarking peers and best practices;
• Supporting materiality assessments;
• Monitoring climate-related regulatory developments;
• Aligning with key ESG reporting frameworks including SASB, GRI, TCFD, CDP, and ISSB;
• Assessing ESG-related data collection processes;
• Drafting ESG/Sustainability reports and related communications;
• Researching, drafting and communicating climate / decarbonization / net zero strategies;
• Executing ESG ratings improvement programs; and
• Targeting and engaging with ESG investors and other members of the investment community.

Our ESG advisory practice consists of a multi-disciplinary team to offer what no other firm can – experience-based counsel from an integrated team of experts, including former buy-side/sell-side analysts, proxy advisors, auditors, communicators, compliance officers, and policymakers in addition to experts in ESG reporting, climate, data analytics and creative.

As a Senior Consultant, you will take an active role in supporting existing client engagements of the ESG Advisory practice, executing on client workstreams day-to-day and supporting broader firm and business development initiatives. In this role, you will be responsible for managing both up and down within account teams to appropriately service clients. You will have direct exposure to public company management teams and will play an instrumental role in advancing workstreams to achieve client objectives. As a member of the ESG Advisory practice, you will sit within the broader Financial Communications practice.

What You’ll Do

• Support execution and project management efforts on client projects and workstreams, including market research, strategy formation, and content creation, such as conducting a multi-stakeholder materiality assessment;
• Work with a growing team across multiple locations to develop project deliverables;
• Draft, edit, and format a variety of materials based on comprehensive research and analysis (e.g., sustainability reports and ESG disclosures, climate commitments, quantitative scoring/data models, key message documents, etc.);
• Support the development and production of client proposals and practice marketing materials;
• Support practice development efforts, such as thought leadership on emerging trends and the development of new service offerings;
• Assist in mentoring, training, and integrating new teammates and interns;
• Demonstrate a high level of integrity and ask the necessary questions to manage firm and client data responsibly.

How You’ll Grow

Our ESG Advisory practice continues to experience exceptional growth driven by evolving regulatory and stakeholder demands. As one of the firm’s fastest growing and highest priority areas of the business, team members will have a chance to collaborate with a multi-disciplinary and cross-border team and in the process learn and develop new skills and expertise. Having the opportunity to partner with our internal teams and diverse clients across various industries will also help with continued growth in new and complex functional areas.

We support all employees in their career advancement efforts. We strongly encourage Senior Consultants within our ESG Advisory practice to obtain the International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) FSA Credential; full reimbursement provided.

What You Will Need To Succeed

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in relevant industry or field.
• Minimum of two (2) years of work experience in management consulting, investment banking, equity research, investor relations, corporate strategy, sustainability/ESG consulting, corporate sustainability or ESG, or commensurate experience.
• This role requires occasional travel to clients and FTI offices.

AND

• Understanding of sustainability in the context of the financial markets and investing;
• Knowledge of the ESG landscape including key reporting frameworks, ESG rating agencies and regulations governing corporate sustainability reporting;
• Excellent writing, presentation, and formatting skills with strong attention to detail;
• Superior interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate and partner at all levels of the organization globally;
• Outstanding work ethic, high-energy, a team-mindset, and strong time and priority management skills; and
• Strong proficiency and proven experience working in all Microsoft Office applications, particularly Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in management-level-facing roles;
• Experience or exposure to any of the following topics: carbon accounting, Science-Based Target setting, sustainable finance, climate scenario analysis, circular economy, nature-based solutions, ESG governance;
• Proficient with FactSet, Capital IQ, Bloomberg, Ipreo, Refinitiv, MSCI ESG Manager, ISS, Qualtrics; and
• Holder or candidate of IFRS FSA Credential and/or CFA.

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Our goal is to support the wellbeing of you and your families—physically, emotionally, and financially. We offer comprehensive benefits such as the following:

• Competitive total compensation, including bonus earning potential
• Full package of benefits plans, including medical, dental, and vision coverage along with life and disability insurance
• Generous paid time off and holidays
• Company matched 401(k) retirement savings plan
• Potential for flexible work arrangements
• Generous paid parental leave with available planning tools, virtual expert coaching services and flex return support
• Family care benefits, including back-up child/elder care
• Employee wellness platform
• Employee recognition programs
• Paid time off for volunteering in your community
• Corporate matching for charitable donations most important to you
• Make an impact in our communities through company sponsored pro bono work
• Professional development and certification programs
• Free in-office snacks and drinks
• Free smartphone and cellular plan(if applicable)
• FTI Perks & Discounts at retailers and businesses
• Upscale offices close to public transportation

About FTI Consulting

FTI Consulting, Inc. is the leading global expert firm for organizations facing crisis and transformation, with more than 8,300 employees located in 34 countries and territories. Our broad and diverse bench of award–winning experts advise their clients when they are facing their most significant opportunities and challenges. The Company generated $3.49 billion in revenues during fiscal year 2023. In certain jurisdictions, FTI Consulting’s services are provided through distinct legal entities that are separately capitalized and independently managed. FTI Consulting is publicly traded on the New York Stock Exchange. For more information, visit www.fticonsulting.com and connect with us on Instagram and LinkedIn .

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.

Compensation Disclosure: Actual compensation is determined based on a wide array of relevant factors including market considerations, business needs, and an individual’s location, skills, level of experience, and qualifications.

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At FTI Consulting, our goal is to attract, hire, acquire, develop and, most importantly, retain the best and most talentedpeople in the world. As our company continues to grow, we remain focused on building and maintaining a strong cultureof diversity and inclusion. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race,color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, gender, age, marital status, sexual orientation, status as a qualifiedindividual with a disability, status as a protected veteran, union affiliation, genetic information, sex, citizenshipstatus, or any other factor prohibited by law.