Director, Strategic Communications - Houston

FGS Global is the world’s leading stakeholder strategy firm, with approximately 1,400 professionals around the world, advising clients in navigating critical issues and reputational challenges. FGS was formed from the combination of Finsbury, The Glover Park Group, Hering Schuppener and Sard Verbinnen & Co to offer board-level and C-suite counsel in all aspects of stakeholder strategy — including corporate reputation, crisis management, and public affairs and is also the leading force in transaction and financial communications worldwide.

FGS offers seamless and integrated support with offices in the following locations: Abu Dhabi, Amsterdam, Beijing, Berlin, Boston, Brussels, Calgary, Chicago, Dubai, Dublin, Düsseldorf, Frankfurt, Hong Kong, Houston, Kingston, London, Los Angeles, Munich, Paris, Riyadh, San Francisco, Shanghai, Singapore, South Florida, The Hague, Tokyo, Toronto, Vancouver, Washington, D.C., and Zurich. The firm is headquartered in New York.

FGS is consistently ranked a Band 1 PR firm for Crisis & Risk Management and for Litigation Support by Chambers and Partners.  For the second year, FGS was ranked #1 Global M&A PR firm by Deal Count and Value in 2024 by Mergermarket.

FGS Global is seeking a Director, Strategic Communications to join our Houston, Texas office. Individuals in this role are responsible for driving day-to-day execution of both long-term communications assignments and special situations for clients in all industries (e.g., M&A, restructurings, investor-related issues, corporate reputation, governance, media relations, etc.); the individual is expected to focus in particular on litigation support and crises. The ideal candidate must be a strategic thinker with strong writing and analytical skills, along with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment and present complex stories within a clear and compelling messaging framework.  While this professional may come from a number of backgrounds, experience in the banking industry or a law firm is strongly preferred. 

Specifics include:

• Serving as account project manager, including assigning responsibilities, anticipating account needs and ensuring activities are completed on-time, while providing strategic and tactical support to senior team members. 
• Serving as the focal point for information on her/his accounts with knowledge of all activity that is relevant to the account.
• Taking responsibility for developing materials (e.g., strategic communications plans, press releases, investor presentations, shareholder letters, talking points, Q&As, etc.).
• Building and managing media relationships, including responding to inbound inquiries and serving as a spokesperson for clients.
• Serving as a role model for other account staff by leading through actions – being prepared, proactive and available, with a “can do” attitude.
• Engaging directly with clients and advisors, representing FGS Global’s recommendations or position on issues that have a financial, reputation and/or business impact.
• Supporting new business opportunities in the market and working to strengthen and expand existing client relationships with compelling ideas and excellent service.

 Skills & Qualifications

• Client-focused, with a high bar for quality and results. 
• Outstanding writing skills, including excellent proofreading skills.
• Highly collaborative, with strong communications skills, and able to work well in teams.
• Strong time management and organizational skills, and an ability to seamlessly balance multiple assignments and client situations simultaneously.
• Confidence and presence to work effectively with senior members of account teams and clients in high-stakes situations.
• A “roll-up your sleeves” attitude, without concern for getting the credit.  Driven by success of the effort versus personal ego.
• Well-rounded, adaptable and detailed-oriented individual comfortable working through challenges.
• Quick learner, who is prepared to jump in at a moment’s notice.
• Solid judgment and the capacity to accurately assess complicated situations and ask the right questions. 
• A sense of urgency and creative persistence along with a willingness to go the extra mile.
• Highly motivated and calm under pressure.
• The ability to manage, be responsible for and mentor junior colleagues. 

Personal Attributes

• Entrepreneurial spirit
• Self-Starter
• Collaborative team player
• Honest, trustworthy, and personable
• Demonstrates high integrity and confidentiality at all times
• Articulate - a great communicator across all levels
• A “how can I help” approach.

 Experience

• 5-10 years of relevant experience in finance, investor relations, law, or a related field.
• A bachelor’s degree with an outstanding academic record is required, advanced degree is a plus.

What We Offer:

FGS Global offers a competitive salary, profit share/performance bonus, and comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits.

• 401(k) with a generous matching program. 
• Generous time off benefits, including flexible vacation, parental leave, and a sabbatical.
• A collaborative group of smart, passionate and highly motivated people. 
• Team-oriented work environment structured to provide opportunities for ongoing professional growth and development.
• An opportunity to interface with the media, corporate, financial and legal communities on a variety of dynamic and high-profile transactions and special situations.

Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States, and not require sponsorship now or in the future.