The Opportunity

Brunswick Group is seeking an experienced Executive to join our fast-paced and growing Chicago office.

At Brunswick, we work on the issues that define industries and shape the future of business. In this role, you’ll be part of a high-performing team advising leaders at many of the world’s most influential organizations. This is a role for a self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced environment, brings intellectual rigor and creativity to complex challenges, and is driven to deliver outstanding results. If you want to help navigate moments that matter most to global clients — from M&A and crisis to corporate positioning and reputation — Brunswick offers a platform unlike any other in our industry.

About the Role

Client Contribution & Handling

• Draft press releases, Q&As and key message documents
• Show an ongoing interest in and grasp of media and market intelligence, and share that with clients and teams appropriately
• Leverage in-house AI tools and other resources to manage workload and keep deliverables on track, on time and of the highest quality
• Contribute to brainstorms and pitch preparation
• Think on a strategic and tactical level about client issues and account development
• Deliver ideas, direction and content to the account team
• Produce high quality client account deliverables that showcase the expertise, thinking, judgement and research behind our recommendations and strategic advice
• Develop a strong working relationship with internal and external clients and earn their trust

Contribution to the Firm

• Establish and maintain strong client and internal relationships, ensuring high-quality deliverables and responsiveness across multiple time-sensitive engagements
• Draw insights and opportunities from your personal and professional networks and leverage that knowledge appropriately on behalf of the Firm and our clients 
• Participate in and contribute to training sessions where appropriate and take advantage of the learning and engagement opportunities when available

Teamwork and Collaborative Approach

• Act as the “eyes and the ears” of the team
• Share ideas, knowledge and recommendations with the wider team 
• Earn the respect of their peers/colleagues and treat people with respect

Communication Skills – Engagement with Media and Other Audiences

• Prepare detailed reporter backgrounders and curate media lists to enhance our clients' media presence
• Identify and assess media and visibility opportunities that can elevate our clients' profiles

What We're Looking For

At Brunswick, we seek smart and curious individuals dedicated to learning and growth. We value potential, strong work ethic, sound judgement and excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Standout Executive candidates demonstrate:

• 1-3 years of relevant work experience; corporate communications or agency experience a plus 
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills 
• Keen interest in the capital markets and other critical issues that impact U.S. public companies and larger privately held entities
• Problem-solving and client service mentality 
• Entrepreneurial and collaborative spirit
• Ability to multitask and prioritize in a high-performance environment
• Ability to think strategically and creatively 
• Exhibit discretion with confidential client matters 
• International work/academic experience a plus
• Knowledge of Factiva, Bloomberg and other research resources a plus

Why Join Us

Joining Brunswick unlocks a range of exceptional employee benefits to support your financial future, health and wellness, family and community and continuous professional development.

The successful applicant will be eligible for the following compensation and benefits package: 

Base Pay: The annual base compensation range for this role is $70,000-80,000. The base pay offered will be determined by factors including experience, skills, training, office location, certifications, and education.

Bonus Eligibility: Annual discretionary bonus contingent upon individual and firm-wide performance.

Benefits: Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance. Disability insurance. Employee assistance program. Flexible spending account. Health savings account. Life insurance. Commuter Benefits. Generous Paid Time Off: 25 vacation days and 10 days sick leave, as well as 11 paid company holidays. Firm-sponsored 401(k) Plan with 3% automatic company contribution of base and bonus with an additional 1.5% profit share– immediate vesting. Career training and development opportunities. Employee discounts.

Office Policy: At Brunswick, our work is a craft that thrives in teaching environments – whether in our offices or on-site with clients – through real-time observation, collaboration, human connection, clear guidance and by challenging one another to keep getting better. Our policy is that our team members are in person – either in the office or on-site with clients – at least four days each week.

The firm will provide reasonable accommodation to qualified applicants or employees, as defined by applicable law. In addition to the application, the process may include virtual and in-person interviews, as well as an assessment, which may be timed. To request an accommodation during our application and hiring process, email americasaccommodations@brunswickgroup.com.

About Brunswick's Chicago Office

Brunswick’s Chicago office is one of the fastest growing in our global network. Founded in 2017, the office has expanded from four to 40 professionals and serves as the home base for some of our highest profile client work in the region.

Chicago acts as a key hub within the firm’s Americas network, bringing together Brunswick’s capabilities across our sector and practice groups and offering distinctive expertise in the consumer industries sector. The team counsels leading global brands on corporate positioning, reputation management, crisis response, and financial communications, helping clients navigate complex issues and moments of change. With ambitions to continue growing our client base in Chicago and the Midwest, new team members play a vital role in helping us achieve our growth plans and scaling the office.

Our newly renovated and expanded space at 300 N. LaSalle overlooking the Chicago River offers unbeatable views of downtown and an open and modern workspace ideal for team collaboration and knowledge sharing.

About Brunswick

Brunswick is a global advisory firm. We help companies tackle high-stakes issues, navigate complex stakeholder relationships, and deliver high-impact outcomes. 

Our clients value our ability to anticipate, shape, and respond to the key players and forces in the financial and investment arena, regulatory and geopolitical universe, NGO community, workforce and beyond. They rely on us for deep experience, fresh perspectives and original thinking. So, in Brunswick you will find an exceptional range of experience and talent with a rich mix of backgrounds. From the beginning, we have prioritized attracting, developing, and retaining the best professionals in the industry, united by a culture of inclusivity, excellence, and intellectual curiosity.

Founded in 1987 in London, the firm has organically grown to 27 offices in 18 countries across the Americas, Europe, Middle East, Africa, Asia and Australia. We operate as a “one-firm firm” with no individual profit centers. This allows us to assemble fully integrated, bespoke teams for each client, able to draw on the full resources of Brunswick anywhere in the world. 

Brunswick is an equal opportunity employer.  All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable law.