Strategy And Communications, Senior Consultant

The Role

Senior Consultants are core members within Teneo Strategic Communications account teams. They are responsible for managing accounts and helping execute holistic, integrated programs and communications initiatives in support of Teneo's clients. This may include, but not be limited to corporate communications and investor relations programs, executive positioning campaigns, media relations strategies, as well as issues and crisis management. Senior Consultants are highly motivated, entrepreneurial individuals, able to think outside-the-box, as well as navigate complex situations and ambiguous assignments with ease. They work collaboratively to deliver best-in-class service.

This role is based in Amsterdam and applicants must be native/fluent in Dutch and English.

Key responsibilities

• Work on client accounts and support client work in the Amsterdam and global offices

• Responsible for preparing client ready written content, strategic plans, press releases, talking points, Q&As, briefing memos, and distributed media materials; managing messages; and coordinating client activities

• Serves as a reliable, adaptable resource for senior team members capable of overseeing others

• Contributes to the Business Development process, including proposal development and pitch participation

• Contributes to operational requirements in the office, including supporting Teneo marketing events and business development activities

Skills & Experience required

• 5 - 10 years in public relations/corporate communications/media/investor relations or relevant experience

• Strong track record of managing client relationships

• Strong organizational skills with the proven ability to see complex projects through to execution

• Knowledge of the media landscape and demonstrated track record of engaging with journalists and/or fostering journalist relationships

• Experience with financial communications and calendar work including special situations such as M&A and activism.

• Experience with issues and crisis management, or complex and/or sensitive mandates

• Demonstrated understanding of business and capital markets

• Exceptional written and verbal communication in both Dutch and English; experience delivering presentations in PowerPoint is required

• Ability to navigate complex or ambiguous environments

• Strong familiarity with social media platforms, as well as media and monitoring tools such as Meltwater

• Education: Bachelor's degree or equivalent

What we can offer

The opportunity to join a growing team working with a range of clients from start-ups to multinational, listed companies and contributing to building the office. Our work covers international, cross-border mandates and will give you the chance to work with and learn from experts across the Teneo network.

As a Teneo employee, you'll enjoy unique benefits including flexible time off policy; extensive learning and development curriculum; contribution to medical coverage; pension plan; annualized bonus; team events; snacks; and other perks.