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FTI Consulting, Inc. is a global business advisory firm dedicated to helping organizations protect and enhance enterprise value in an increasingly complex legal, regulatory and economic environment. With more than 4,400 employees located in 27 countries, FTI Consulting professionals work closely with clients to anticipate, illuminate and overcome complex business challenges in areas such as investigations, litigation, mergers and acquisitions, regulatory issues, reputation management, strategic communications and restructuring.
In Asia Pacific, FTI Consulting has a team of more than 550 professionals situated in 15 business centers across the region. We provide advice on issues in the areas of finance, risk, governance, performance, reputation, intelligence, compliance and liability. We deliver solutions through our market-leading business practices of Strategic Communications, Corporate Finance/Restructuring, Economic Consulting, Forensic and Litigation Consulting and Technology.
Strategic Communications Practice Summary
FTI Consulting's Strategic Communications practice is a leading global communications consultancy. With more than 30 years of experience advising management teams in critical situations, we help our clients use their communications assets to enhance and protect their enterprise value. We have a comprehensive view of strategic communications and have created an integrated suite of services to help clients address complex issues and reach multiple stakeholders. We are a global leader in financial communications, corporate communications and public affairs.
With approximately 700 strategic communications consultants in more than 25 key markets around the world, we combine global reach with critical local knowledge across domestic and cross-border engagements. We have built an unrivaled depth of industry and interdisciplinary expertise so clients have access to professionals who are focused on their particular sector, have a broad network of relationships with key influencers and provide communications counsel based on in-depth industry knowledge and experience.
Position Summary
FTI Consulting’s Strategic Communications segment is seeking to hire an experienced communications practitioner to join an ambitious and growing team. The position is located in Shanghai and the successful candidate will steer the practice. The candidate should have a proven ability to both service client companies on a day-to-day basis and contribute to new business development. The candidate should also have a strong interest in developing a strategic approach to communications, excellent written and verbal communications skills and an ability to help manage junior team members as a collegiate team player. The candidate should be mature, results-oriented, and prepared to learn and utilise new approaches to communications as part of a leading global communications consultancy business.
Key Responsibilities
Day-to-day management of Corporate Communications assignments, especially related to litigations and disputes matters
Work with a highly motivated team in the Shanghai office to strengthen the practice of the office.
Work with senior management to provide input towards the development of the firm’s strategic direction in the China market.
Develop plans for business development.
Lead the creation of high-quality written business development proposals.
Provide input for the Shanghai office’s marketing and promotional activities in China and Asia.
Manage and mentor junior team members.
Key Requirements
Fluency in English or Mandarin, both verbal and written, and near native fluency in the other languages
Bachelor degree in relevant disciplines
Track record of driving corporate communications programmes for local and international clients
Legal background with experience dealing with litigations advisory, or handle disputes related matter would be an absolute advantage
New business development skills (strategy and proposal development, etc.)
Media relations and crisis and issues management experience is a plus
Excellent presentation and project management skills
Ability to work independently and manage own time
A collegiate approach to working in a diverse team across the Asia region and globally
Our Benefits
Apart from the collaborative team environment, our employees enjoy a variety of perks and benefits. Our benefits include, but are not limited to:
- Competitive remuneration package
- Comprehensive leave policy
- Health care benefits including dependents
- Education subsidy with study and examination leaves
- Annual paid volunteer hours
- Corporate matching for corporate charitable event donations
About FTI Consulting
FTI Consulting, Inc. is a leading global expert firm for organizations facing crisis and transformation, with more than 8,100 employees located in 32 countries and territories as of December 31, 2025. In certain jurisdictions, FTI Consulting’s services are provided through distinct legal entities that are separately capitalized and independently managed. The Company generated $3.80 billion in revenues during fiscal year 2025. More information can be found at www.fticonsulting.com.
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.