Senior Consultant / Associate Director or Director (all genders) Strategy & Transaction Communication

With over 1,400 team members in 31 offices across three continents, FGS Global is one of the world's leading strategic communications consultancies. In Europe, we are a team of more than 450 employees spread across 10 cities including Amsterdam, Berlin, Brussels, Frankfurt, London, Paris, The Hague and Zurich. Our clients range from scale-ups to listed companies, private equity firms to multinational corporations, whom we advise globally.

Our Zurich-based team, specialized in advising international clients on strategic communications, crisis preparedness, and financial transactions, is expanding. We are looking for a motivated and talented professional to join the team as

Senior Consultant / Associate Director or Director (m/f/d) within our Strategy & Transaction Communication Practice Group.

If you're looking for a dynamic environment where you can make an impact and work on potential front page stories, we’d love to hear from you!

What tasks can you look forward to?

Serve as a key contact for clients, providing strategic guidance on internal and external communications, media relations, issues and reputation management.

Develop and implement communication strategies and action plans in collaboration with project teams.

Craft compelling narratives, support client positioning efforts with creative ideas, and prepare senior executives for key milestones and public engagements.

Work closely with international colleagues and practice groups, leveraging collective expertise, networks, and insights to deliver top-tier solutions.

Act as a proactive project manager, mentoring and supporting junior colleagues in their development.

Stay ahead of Swiss and European political and economic trends, offering tailored strategic advice to blue-chip clients and international teams.

Build and maintain strong relationships within the media landscape, engaging with key stakeholders and supporting new business development and pitches.

Contribute to the growth of our Zurich office, helping to expand our client base and strengthen the team.

Bring fresh ideas and innovative communication formats to enhance our strategic approach.

What should you bring along?

A bachelor’s or master’s degree (or equivalent) in communications, media relations, journalism, finance/economics, political science, or a related field.

3 to 6 years of professional experience in journalism, strategic communications, consulting, or the financial sector.

A strong professional network and excellent relationship-building skills.

Quick learning ability, strong analytical thinking, and outstanding written and spoken communication skills in German and/or French, with fluency in English.

A solid understanding of the Swiss media landscape.

The ability to assess mission-critical situations and provide clear, strategic recommendations to clients.

A passion for communications, with the confidence to challenge conventional approaches and introduce innovative solutions.

An entrepreneurial mindset, proactive attitude, and excellent organizational skills.

Strong teamwork, commitment, and professionalism.

Exceptional people and project management skills, with the ability to engage confidently with key stakeholders.

What we can offer you

Competitive compensation that reflects your expertise and contribution.

An inspiring and dynamic work environment with opportunities for international assignments.

Challenging and impactful projects that contribute to your professional growth.

Structured onboarding and mentorship from experienced consultants.

Deep industry insights through close collaboration with integrated project teams across multiple sectors.

Continuous professional development through the FGS Global Academy and other training opportunities.

A supportive and growing team that values collaboration and excellence.

A corporate culture that fosters innovation, teamwork, and high performance.

Flexible work arrangements, allowing you to work both in our offices and remotely.

Ready to take the next step? Join our Zurich team and play a key role in shaping the future of strategic communications!

Don’t meet every single requirement? Please don’t worry! Studies have shown that some groups are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single requirement. At FGS Global, we are dedicated to building a diverse, open, and authentic workplace. So, if you’re excited about this role and our company but your previous professional experience doesn’t match perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we would like to encourage you to apply anyway. You may just be the right candidate for this or another role.

We look forward to your complete application (incl. all relevant academic and professional certificates and/or reference letters). Feel free to contact our HR team by email .