Senior Director, M&A and Activism Communications

FTI Consulting; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 134,000 - 245,000; Full time

Job summary

FTI Consulting in Los Angeles is seeking a Senior Director to join their M&A, Activism, and Governance team. This role involves managing complex client engagements related to M&A, IPOs, and activism defense.

The ideal candidate will possess strong project management and analytical skills, with a minimum of five years of relevant experience. The position offers a competitive salary range of $134,000 to $245,000 depending on qualifications.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of relevant post-graduate professional experience.
• Agency background in capital markets, corporate communications, or investor relations is preferred.
• Ability to travel to clients and FTI offices as needed.

Responsibilities

• Lead project manager on high intensity situations across functional areas.
• Write and revise key documents including press releases and investor presentations.
• Develop professional networking relationships to drive new business opportunities.

Skills

Analytical skills

Excellent written and oral presentation skills

Project management

Organizational skills

Proficient in Word, PowerPoint, and Excel

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Factset

Ipreo

Factiva

Refinitiv

Job description

About The Role

We are currently looking for a Senior Director to join our M&A, Activism and Governance team. The Senior Director will be expected to develop and execute client engagements related to friendly and hostile M&A, IPOs, spin-offs, strategic partnerships, joint ventures, activism defense preparation, proxy contests, short attacks, ESG activism and shareholder proposals, among other special situations. The practice engages with all FTI Strategic Communications offerings, so the individual will be expected to have an interest in cross‑stakeholder communications and be able to work collaboratively across practices. The individual will work with a team to service and advise clients and will have comfort advising senior level clients (e.g. head of communications, head of investors relations). The individual will also participate in new business development initiatives including directly pitching engagements as well as networking among potential referral sources. The individual will be a key part of developing the practice and will be expected to support the marketing of the practice internally and externally, development of best practices, further recruitment of new team members and setting a culture for the team.

What You’ll Do

• Have a thorough understanding of each client’s business, market, investment thesis, culture and communications practices across IR, PR and Public Affairs.
• Serve as a lead project manager on high intensity, fast moving situations with an ability to coordinate across functional areas (PR, IR, digital, public affairs, global regions, etc.) keeping account leads, clients and the broader team aware of deliverables, strategy and timelines.
• Write and revise a range of key documents such as strategy memos, multi‑stakeholder communications, social media copy, press releases and investor presentations.
• Work with reporters on behalf of clients, as directed.
• Engage with sell‑side analysts and investors on behalf of clients, as directed.
• Collaborate with equivalent practitioners from legal, financial and proxy advisers.
• Remain flexible to adapt to supporting the account needs.
• Perform detailed and accurate research to underpin all client projects and deliverables as well as develop and deliver best practice policies and programs.
• Work with colleagues in other practices to ensure the execution of a cohesive, multi‑disciplinary communications program.
• Support the development of the practice itself by being an enthusiastic partner, staying up to speed on emerging best practices, demonstrating creativity in how the team can evolve and helping the team stay informed on competitor activity.
• Develop professional networking relationships with corporate management teams, investment bankers and specialized law firms to drive new business opportunities for FTI.
• Work with colleagues to produce business pitch materials, create tailored sales presentations and attend new business pitches.
• Take an active role in new business meetings as part of the preliminary pitch team.
• Identify opportunities and proactively initiate efforts to market the practice through thought leadership, research, prospecting or networking.

How You’ll Grow

We are committed to investing and supporting you in your professional development and we have developed a range of programs focused on fostering leadership, growth and development opportunities. We aim to promote continuous learning and individual skills development through on-the-job learning, self‑guided professional development courses and certifications. You’ll be assigned a dedicated coach to mentor, guide and support you through regular coaching sessions and serve as an advocate for your professional growth. As you progress through your career at FTI Consulting, we offer tailored programs for critical professional milestones to ensure you are prepared and empowered to take on your next role.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree.
• 5+ years of relevant post‑graduate professional experience.
• Ability to travel to clients and to FTI office(s) as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

• Agency background with a focus on capital markets, corporate communications or investor relations, strongly preferred.
• Excellent written and oral presentation skills – both in a large group and smaller meetings.
• Proven advanced writing skills, particularly with complex documents and persuasive messaging such as proposals, press releases, op‑eds, research reports, etc.
• Ability to concisely articulate and competently support a company’s core narrative.
• Analytical skills to identify and diagnose key issues, misperceptions and factors impacting a company’s perception (valuation, governance, reputation) as well as the communications solutions to fix/mitigate them.
• Ability to learn new concepts quickly and possess a service‑oriented attitude.
• Demonstrated history of project management during a major corporate event.
• Developed ability to multi‑task across client programs, firm initiatives and sales opportunities.
• Ability to recognize, explore and use a broad range of ideas and practices, thinking logically and creatively without influence from personal bias.
• Capacity to adjust behavior to meet client needs and personalities and to establish positive relationships with a wide variety of individuals both internally and externally.
• Ability to execute a project from concept to conclusion and assist with managing all levels of employees, including support staff, peers and senior managers.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to effectively utilize AI tools to enhance productivity.
• Demonstrated accuracy and attention to detail.
• Proficient skills in Word, PowerPoint and Excel.
• Proficient in Factset, Ipreo, Factiva and Refinitiv.

Equal Opportunity Employment Statement

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

Minimum Pay: $134,000
Maximum Pay: $245,000
Compensation range reflects potential base salary for the role. 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.