Director, Strategic Communications (Financial Services Policy)
FGS Global
Washington, DC · $130k–$180k a year · Posted September 29, 2026
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About the job
FGS Global (FGS) partners with the world's most influential leaders to move minds and markets. Working where business, government, and public opinion intersect, we advise CEOs, boards, and leadership teams at the most consequential moments. Our expertise spans strategic and financial communications, policy and public affairs, corporate reputation, crisis management, and data-driven digital engagement. Across 31 global offices, our partners draw on the full depth of the firm so clients can operate with clarity, act with confidence, and lead with trust.
FGS is seeking a sharp and energetic communications professional to join the firm’s Strategic Communications division. This position is within the practice’s Financial Services policy group and is based in our Washington, DC office.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Serve as day-to-day coordinator on a diverse roster of financial services industry client accounts and/or sub-projects, with focus on financial services policy, including digital assets and digital currencies
Craft and deliver persuasive messaging and related collateral materials, simplifying complex policy, legislative, regulatory, legal or other general issues. Strong writing abilities are critical to success in this position.
Maintain expert knowledge of evolving policy and political issues that impact clients’ sectors and a grasp of reporting trends
Generate media outreach strategies and pitch stories on a regular basis
Manage multiple projects, including task and deadline tracking, for multiple clients from concept to completion
Work closely with Associate Directors, Senior Associates and Associates, including reviewing and editing materials developed by junior staff and interns
Demonstrate strong client-relations skills – responsive, professional, and helpful
Contribute to firm’s new business process and efforts
Work with other FGS divisions to deliver integrated services (including investor relations communications, government relations, advertising, and public opinion research)
ATTRIBUTES
A BA/BS degree in a related field and 9-12 years of relevant experience
Specific familiarity and experience with financial services policy issues preferred.
Extremely strong writing and communications skills; familiarity with both newspaper style and social media writing; ability to produce clear, concise materials within tight deadlines
Ability to identify and cultivate key media contacts and outlets for a range of clients
Experience pitching stories to local and national news outlets and knowledge of what drives media coverage
Detail oriented and strong project management skills; preference for account coordination experience at a public relations agency
Strong strategic thinker with understanding of how larger economic and public policy landscape impacts clients’ communications abilities and needs
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines
Ambition for sourcing and/or successfully leading efforts to obtain new business
A demonstrated capacity for leadership, communication and teamwork
WHAT WE OFFER
Competitive compensation package, commensurate with experience
Annual profit-sharing model, aka annual performance bonus
Medical, dental and vision insurance
401(k)-plan with a generous company match
Generous paid time off
A collaborative group of smart, passionate and highly motivated people.
Team-oriented work environment structured to provide opportunities for professional growth and development.
Due to the volume of responses, only qualified candidates will be contacted. 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.
When you submit an application, we collect certain personal information about you for the purpose of evaluating your qualifications for the position. For more information about our privacy practices, please visit our privacy policy at https://fgsglobal.com/privacy .
Thank you for your interest in FGS Global.
District of Columbia Salary Range $130,000 — $180,000 USD