FGS Global is hiring: Senior Associate, Health Communications in Washington

FGS Global (FGS), is seeking a sharp and energetic communications professional to join the firm’s Strategic Communications Health practice.

This is a great position for a proactive self-starter interested in communications and marketing and supporting a fast-paced and growing health practice.

This position is based in our Washington, D.C. office and follows a hybrid schedule with an expectation of at least three days per week in the office.

About FGS Global FGS Global is a strategic advisory and communications consultancy, with over 1400 multidisciplinary experts across the world’s major financial, government, business, and cultural centers.

The firm is an acknowledged leader in crisis, corporate reputation, public affairs and capital markets, M&A advisory and boardroom communication counsel.

FGS Global supports its clients in addressing a myriad of stakeholder concerns by leveraging its research and insights, media placement, content, digital, and data capabilities.

The company was created in December 2021 by combining Finsbury, Hering Schuppener, The Glover Park Group, and Sard Verbinnen & Co.

FGS Global serves its client base from 27 cities worldwide, including U.S. Offices in New York, Washington, D.C., Los Angeles, Boston, Chicago, San Francisco, and Houston.

• Job Overview RESPONSIBILITIES Serve as day-to-day communications support and coordinator on a diverse roster of health industry client accounts and / or sub-projects Write and edit complex health communications materials, media materials, collateral and other client-facing deliverables Build and maintain press lists;
• cultivate relationships with health care reporters, editors, producers, bloggers, and other media professionals Maintain knowledge of health care issues subject matter, evolving health policy and political issues that impact clients’ businesses Assist with media outreach strategies, including crafting and executing newsworthy and complex pitches Demonstrate an understanding and contribute to digital & social media platforms and their influence on strategic goals Manage multiple projects, including task and deadline tracking, for multiple clients from concept to completion Contribute to firm’s new business process and efforts Demonstrate strong client-relations skills responsive, professional, helpful ATTRIBUTES A BA / BS degree in a related field and at least 2-4 years of relevant agency or in-house experience Familiarity and experience with health industry communications preferred Extremely strong writing and communications skills;

ability to produce clear, concise communications materials within tight deadlines Superior research and editing skills Ability to identify and cultivate key media contacts and outlets for a range of clients Experience pitching stories to local and national news outlets Experience with rapid response or 'war room' efforts Strong strategic thinking and long-term planning skills Ability to project manage and multi-task in a dynamic and fast-paced environment What We Offer Competitive compensation package.

Great health benefits, including medical, dental and vision insurance. 401(k) with a 50% matching program. Generous time off benefits.

A collaborative group of smart, passionate and highly motivated people. Team-oriented work environment structured to provide opportunities for professional growth and development.

In Washington, DC the base salary for this position at the time of this posting may range from $75,000 $90,000 USD. Individual compensation varies based on job-related factors, including business needs, experience, level of responsibility and qualifications.

We offer medical, dental and vision plans, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability and AD&D plans, 401(k) with company matching contribution, technology reimbursement, discretionary bonuses, and paid time off to eligible full-time employees.

FGS Global provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, disability, or genetics.

In addition to United States federal law requirements, FGS Global complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.

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