Consultant, M&A and Activism
FTI Consulting, Houston, TX, United States
Who We Are
FTI Consulting is the world's leading expert-driven consulting firm. Over the last 40 years, FTI Consulting experts have served as the trusted advisor to Fortune 500 companies and the world's leading law and private equity firms when they face their greatest opportunities and challenges. Our strong performance and continued success are a direct reflection of the ambition, energy, and commitment of our talented professionals across the globe to make a positive impact for our clients and communities.
About The Role
As a Consultant on our M&A, Activism & Governance team, you will be at the forefront of high-impact, fast-paced engagements—developing a deep understanding of each client’s business, market, and communications strategy across investor relations, public relations, and public affairs. You’ll take a hands‑on role in integrated communications efforts, ensuring clarity and precision in deliverables, strategy, and execution. Whether drafting stakeholder communications, crafting social content, refining investor materials, or engaging with media under strategic guidance, you will be a key player in helping clients navigate complex, high‑stakes scenarios. You will also collaborate with cross‑functional experts—from legal and financial advisors to proxy specialists—to deliver thoughtful, well‑rounded solutions.
What You’ll Do
Have a thorough understanding of each client’s business, market, investment thesis, culture and communications practices across IR, PR and Public Affairs
Play a major role on high‑intensity, fast‑moving situations with an ability to support across functional areas (PR, IR, digital, public affairs, global regions) and to assist with keeping account leads, clients and the broader team aware of deliverables, strategy and timelines
Write and revise a range of key documents such as strategy memos, multi‑stakeholder communications, social media copy, press releases and investor presentations
Work with reporters on behalf of clients, as directed
Collaborate with equivalent practitioners from legal, financial and proxy advisers, as directed
Remain flexible to adapt to supporting the account needs
Perform detailed and accurate research to underpin all client projects and deliverables as well as develop and deliver best‑practice policies and programs
Work with colleagues in other practices to ensure the execution of a cohesive, multi‑disciplinary communications program
Support the development of the practice itself by being an enthusiastic partner, staying up to speed on emerging best practices, demonstrating creativity in how the team can evolve and helping the team stay informed on competitor activity
Assist with identifying opportunities and proactively initiating efforts to market the practice through thought leadership, research, prospecting or networking
How You’ll Grow
We are committed to investing in your professional development. You will have access to on‑the‑job learning, self‑guided professional development courses, certifications and a dedicated coach for regular coaching sessions.
Basic Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree
1 year of relevant post‑graduate professional experience
Ability to travel to clients and to FTI office(s) as needed
Preferred Qualifications
Excellent written and oral presentation skills—both in large groups and smaller meetings
Proven writing skills, particularly with complex documents and persuasive messaging such as proposals, press releases, op‑eds, research reports, etc.
Ability to concisely articulate and competently support a company’s core narrative
Analytical skills to identify and diagnose key issues, misperceptions and factors impacting a company’s perception (valuation, governance, reputation) as well as the communications solutions to fix/mitigate them
Ability to learn new concepts quickly and possess a service‑oriented attitude
Demonstrated history of project management
Developed ability to multi‑task across client programs, firm initiatives and sales opportunities
Ability to recognize, explore and use a broad range of ideas and practices, thinking logically and creatively without influence from personal bias
Capacity to adjust behavior to meet client needs and personalities and to establish positive relationships with a wide variety of individuals both internally and externally
Strong organizational and time‑management skills
Demonstrated accuracy and attention to detail
Proficient skills in Word, PowerPoint and Excel
Proficient in Factset, Ipreo, Factiva and Refinitiv
Agency background with a focus on capital markets, corporate communications or investor relations, preferred
Total Wellbeing
Competitive total compensation, including bonus earning potential
Full package of benefits plans, including medical, dental, and vision coverage along with life and disability insurance
Generous paid time off and holidays
Company matched 401(k) retirement savings plan
Potential for flexible work arrangements
Generous paid parental leave with available planning tools, virtual expert coaching services and flex return support
Family care benefits, including back‑up child/elder care
Employee wellness platform
Employee recognition programs
Paid time off for volunteering in your community
Corporate matching for charitable donations most important to you
Make an impact in our communities through company‑sponsored pro bono work
Professional development and certification programs
Free in‑office snacks and drinks
Free smartphone and cellular plan (if applicable)
FTI Perks & Discounts at retailers and businesses
Upscale offices close to public transportation
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.
Compensation Disclosure
The compensation range reflects potential base salary for the role. Actual compensation is determined based on a wide array of relevant factors including market considerations, business needs, and an individual’s location, skills, level of experience, and qualifications.
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.
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FTI Consulting is the world's leading expert-driven consulting firm. Over the last 40 years, FTI Consulting experts have served as the trusted advisor to Fortune 500 companies and the world's leading law and private equity firms when they face their greatest opportunities and challenges. Our strong performance and continued success are a direct reflection of the ambition, energy, and commitment of our talented professionals across the globe to make a positive impact for our clients and communities.
About The Role
As a Consultant on our M&A, Activism & Governance team, you will be at the forefront of high-impact, fast-paced engagements—developing a deep understanding of each client’s business, market, and communications strategy across investor relations, public relations, and public affairs. You’ll take a hands‑on role in integrated communications efforts, ensuring clarity and precision in deliverables, strategy, and execution. Whether drafting stakeholder communications, crafting social content, refining investor materials, or engaging with media under strategic guidance, you will be a key player in helping clients navigate complex, high‑stakes scenarios. You will also collaborate with cross‑functional experts—from legal and financial advisors to proxy specialists—to deliver thoughtful, well‑rounded solutions.
What You’ll Do
Have a thorough understanding of each client’s business, market, investment thesis, culture and communications practices across IR, PR and Public Affairs
Play a major role on high‑intensity, fast‑moving situations with an ability to support across functional areas (PR, IR, digital, public affairs, global regions) and to assist with keeping account leads, clients and the broader team aware of deliverables, strategy and timelines
Write and revise a range of key documents such as strategy memos, multi‑stakeholder communications, social media copy, press releases and investor presentations
Work with reporters on behalf of clients, as directed
Collaborate with equivalent practitioners from legal, financial and proxy advisers, as directed
Remain flexible to adapt to supporting the account needs
Perform detailed and accurate research to underpin all client projects and deliverables as well as develop and deliver best‑practice policies and programs
Work with colleagues in other practices to ensure the execution of a cohesive, multi‑disciplinary communications program
Support the development of the practice itself by being an enthusiastic partner, staying up to speed on emerging best practices, demonstrating creativity in how the team can evolve and helping the team stay informed on competitor activity
Assist with identifying opportunities and proactively initiating efforts to market the practice through thought leadership, research, prospecting or networking
How You’ll Grow
We are committed to investing in your professional development. You will have access to on‑the‑job learning, self‑guided professional development courses, certifications and a dedicated coach for regular coaching sessions.
Basic Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree
1 year of relevant post‑graduate professional experience
Ability to travel to clients and to FTI office(s) as needed
Preferred Qualifications
Excellent written and oral presentation skills—both in large groups and smaller meetings
Proven writing skills, particularly with complex documents and persuasive messaging such as proposals, press releases, op‑eds, research reports, etc.
Ability to concisely articulate and competently support a company’s core narrative
Analytical skills to identify and diagnose key issues, misperceptions and factors impacting a company’s perception (valuation, governance, reputation) as well as the communications solutions to fix/mitigate them
Ability to learn new concepts quickly and possess a service‑oriented attitude
Demonstrated history of project management
Developed ability to multi‑task across client programs, firm initiatives and sales opportunities
Ability to recognize, explore and use a broad range of ideas and practices, thinking logically and creatively without influence from personal bias
Capacity to adjust behavior to meet client needs and personalities and to establish positive relationships with a wide variety of individuals both internally and externally
Strong organizational and time‑management skills
Demonstrated accuracy and attention to detail
Proficient skills in Word, PowerPoint and Excel
Proficient in Factset, Ipreo, Factiva and Refinitiv
Agency background with a focus on capital markets, corporate communications or investor relations, preferred
Total Wellbeing
Competitive total compensation, including bonus earning potential
Full package of benefits plans, including medical, dental, and vision coverage along with life and disability insurance
Generous paid time off and holidays
Company matched 401(k) retirement savings plan
Potential for flexible work arrangements
Generous paid parental leave with available planning tools, virtual expert coaching services and flex return support
Family care benefits, including back‑up child/elder care
Employee wellness platform
Employee recognition programs
Paid time off for volunteering in your community
Corporate matching for charitable donations most important to you
Make an impact in our communities through company‑sponsored pro bono work
Professional development and certification programs
Free in‑office snacks and drinks
Free smartphone and cellular plan (if applicable)
FTI Perks & Discounts at retailers and businesses
Upscale offices close to public transportation
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.
Compensation Disclosure
The compensation range reflects potential base salary for the role. Actual compensation is determined based on a wide array of relevant factors including market considerations, business needs, and an individual’s location, skills, level of experience, and qualifications.
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.
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