Associate Director, Crisis Management & Litigation Communications

Job Description

We have an immediate opening for an Associate Director to join our Crisis Management & Litigation Communication practice.

This position can be based in APCO’s Washington DC, New York, or Chicago office.

Responsibilities

• Support a wide range of fast-moving crisis, issues, and litigation communications projects for high-profile, globally recognized clients.
• Assist clients with developing communications strategies and tactical stakeholder communications plans to help manage issues and crises and mitigate reputation risks.
• Manage the implementation of stakeholder communications plans, including reviewing and/or drafting stakeholder engagement materials (e.g., holding statements, fact sheets, and FAQs) and engaging with key stakeholders.
• Provide on-site support, as appropriate, for a client crisis or during a client trial.
• Collaborate with an APCO team spread across multiple offices.
• Participate in new business efforts, including RFP responses, across APCO.
• Maintain a deep understanding of industry topics, issues, or news involving client accounts to effectively deliver strong and creative communication strategies that are relevant to their needs and business objectives.
• Support several client projects simultaneously.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university in a related field; graduate degree preferred.
• 8–10 years of relevant experience in crisis, strategic, and litigation communication. PR agency, business consulting, or law firm experience preferred.
• Familiarity with the legal system and legal documents is ideal.
• Exceptional writing and analytical skills, with experience in stakeholder-focused communications and digital strategy.
• Detail-oriented, quick learner, and able to work independently. Must be responsive to a rapidly changing environment, work well under tight deadlines, manage multiple complex projects and priorities, be a self-starter, take initiative, and set priorities.
• Solid project management experience.
• Strong presentation skills and the ability to communicate effectively at all levels.
• Entrepreneurial spirit and collaborative team player.

Compensation Range

The US base salary for this position ranges from $90,000/year to $120,000/year. Our compensation range for this role is inclusive of several US geographic markets. APCO targets an employee’s pay within this range based on several factors, including but not limited to relevant education, skills, job-related knowledge, qualifications, work experience, credentials, internal equity, and/or geographic location.

Careers at APCO

Through our recruitment, hiring, and retention efforts, APCO is committed to building teams who bring the best possible expertise and robust perspectives to our clients. We embrace differences in experience, viewpoint, and ideas—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.

About Us

About APCO

APCO is a global advisory and advocacy firm helping leading corporations, foundations, and governments navigate a complex world and create lasting impact.

Founded in 1984 with one woman’s vision and bold action, APCO has grown into an independent, majority women-owned firm of more than 1,200 employees, with work spanning 80 markets around the world.

Headquartered in Washington, D.C., APCO is comprised of strategic advisers, consultants, and creators working together across borders and functions to provide services and expertise on financial, competitive, political, and societal issues.

APCO is a trusted partner to bold, purpose-led leaders, lawmakers, government officials, NGOs, the media, and other stakeholders in the health, energy, technology, transportation & infrastructure, and food & consumer products sectors. For 40 years, the firm has provided public affairs, crisis & reputation, impact, corporate reputation, and global solutions services.

APCO is renowned for its ability to champion clients’ interests and permission to operate, build their reputation, and strengthen their standing. APCO’s integrated approach and team of tenacious and empathetic talent create connections and winning strategies that accelerate progress and deepen impact.

By bringing diverse people and ideas together and working beyond traditional boundaries, APCO builds the un/common ground upon which progress is made.

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