Client Leader, International Public Affairs and Global Government Relations

We have an immediate opportunity for an experienced international relations and public affairs professional with strong expertise in policy analysis and advocacy, issues management, stakeholder engagement, client relationship development, and project management.

You will lead high-stakes client projects, manage key business relationships, develop and secure new client accounts, and supervise and mentor team members.

You will be based in Washington D.C. and bring diverse experience, including time working in the U.S. government, consulting, journalism and/or a corporate environment. We are particularly interested in candidates with experience working with USTR, CFIUS, the Departments of Commerce, Treasury, or Homeland Security, and on issues including FDI, outbound investment, trade, sanctions, investigations, competition review or global supply chains.

You are adept at engaging your network and resources to analyze complex situations; responding with agility to fast-moving situations; identifying engagement opportunities on relevant issues; and leveraging the full spectrum of public affairs and communication channels and tactics. You have experience leading project teams and managing work streams while also serving in a key role on major projects.

You have a desire to learn and grow – both across industries and the broad corporate affairs field, including in geopolitical advisory, issues advocacy, grassroots campaigns, crisis management, and stakeholder communications.

You know how to work with executive-level clients and their teams, and have a positive, go-getter attitude that wins the confidence of clients and inspires teams.

What we bring you:

APCO is an award-winning advisory and advocacy consultancy that is recognized for its leadership in helping clients navigate high-stakes issues by applying integrated public affairs and communication solutions. Our team includes smart, fun, and collaborative colleagues who come from diverse backgrounds and who share our values of curiosity, empathy, boldness, and inclusivity. Our team members thrive on opportunities to work with people around the country and across the globe. They also frequently leverage our world-class in-house opinion research, creative resources, and digital capabilities. More than anything, we are united by embracing the chance to work on some of the most interesting and challenging issues of the day for clients from the corporate, nonprofit, and government sectors.

Responsibilities

• Lead a wide range of advisory, research, communication, and stakeholder engagement work for our high-profile, globally-recognized clients.
• Manage, nurture, and grow client relationships including overseeing client projects, supervising project teams, allocating resources, and delegating work effectively.
• Provide consistently high levels of client service on a daily basis through proactive account management, serving as one of the key client contacts to successfully maintain and grow client relationships.
• Implement multi-faceted, public affairs, and policy advocacy strategies to solve client issues and support their growth priorities.
• Gather intelligence and develop insights on issues that are relevant to clients and enable relationship growth.
• Establish and maintain APCO’s reputation as a valuable solutions provider and trusted business partner.

Qualifications

• At least 10 years of related experience in international public affairs, public policy initiatives or campaigns, especially related to trade and investment.
• Exceptional presentation, writing, and analytical skills, and the ability to write both strategically and creatively under tight deadlines.
• Solid project management experience, including leading big accounts and overseeing successful project teams.
• Demonstrated success formulating and leading strategic thinking and strategic engagements with external stakeholders.
• Experience working both in Washington D.C. and internationally is preferred, particularly in East Asia/China.
• Ability to translate technical policy and regulation for a business audience.
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in a related field.
• Experience working internationally is an advantage.

With our commitment to recruit, hire, promote, and retain people who reflect the diverse communities in which we operate, APCO Worldwide ensures our teams bring the best possible expertise and diverse perspectives to our clients. We embrace diversity of identity, experience, and thought, starting with our values and extending to our behaviors, policies, and practices. We aim to create a positive work experience and welcoming environment where everyone feels they belong and can thrive.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourage applications from all qualified candidates regardless of race, national origin, citizenship, native language, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital or parental status, religion, age, veteran status, neurodivergence, mental or physical disability, medical history, pregnancy, political belief or affiliation or any other characteristic protected by law.

Compensation

The US base salary for this position ranges from $130,000/year to $180,000/year. Our compensation range for this role is inclusive of several US geographic markets. APCO targets an employee’s pay within this range to be based on several factors, which include but are not limited to relevant education, skills, job-related knowledge, qualifications, work experience, credentials, internal equity, and/or geographic location.

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