Location: Washington, DC
Date Posted: 08/06/2026
## Managing Director
The Managing Director supports public affairs and business advisory efforts and engagement for both international and domestic client accounts and is responsible for generating new business. A Managing Director plays an integral role in crafting and executing strategies that help Mercury’s clients effectively advance their overall communications, public, policy, and/or strategic goals.
### Position Duties
**Generation of new business opportunities, grow current client relationships, and help create a positive organizational culture while providing superior direct and independent client services. (50%)**
**Successfully manage clients, increase capabilities, participate in pitches/presentations, and demonstrate knowledge of the overall business. (35%)**
**Execute and collect on services contracts based on local laws. (10%)**
**Manage personal R/E statement that will be assessed semi‑annually. (5%)**
### Requirements
Must have at least a Master’s degree in Finance or Public Relations. Must have 12 months of experience in the advertised role or in a related position. Must have completed coursework in Multicultural Management, Financial Management, and Investment Analysis. Must be fluent in Mandarin Chinese. Must be able to fly within the United States and have a valid passport to travel internationally to attend business meetings.
**Anticipated salary:** $271,315/year.
### To Apply
Mail a resume and cover letter to:
**Mercury Public Affairs**
1130 Connecticut Ave. NW, STE 475
Washington, DC 20036
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