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Communications Specialist, Geopolitics

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McKinsey & Company

1mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior Level
  • Consulting
    Government & Politics
  • London

AI generated summary

  • You need 5+ years in international affairs or related fields, strong project management, analytical skills, and excellent communication abilities to advise leaders on geopolitical issues.
  • You will operationalize insights, curate materials for client teams, contribute to thought leadership, conduct research on geopolitical developments, and support strategic reviews and scenarios.

Requirements

  • 5+ years of professional experience in fields such as international affairs, public policy, consulting, corporate communications, journalism
  • Ability to scope and drive strategic projects end-to-end in close partnership with other teams with agility and an entrepreneurial spirit
  • Ability to counsel senior leaders on geopolitical developments, strategic implications and policy guidance and to develop trust-based relationships
  • Commitment to a collaborative team environment and apprenticeship
  • Strong external network from which to source strategic insights and partners
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving skills – working on complex, sensitive, time-critical issues, quickly getting up to speed on unfamiliar topics
  • Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment by prioritizing and balancing competing, time-urgent demands and geographies
  • Outstanding written and oral communication skills, including clear and concise writing and editorial skills, with strong personal presence and credibility

Responsibilities

  • You will help operationalize our geopolitics ecosystem of insights, which includes our firm’s Geopolitics Advisory Council and a network of partner firms.
  • You will support client activation on geopolitics by curating, developing, and disseminating key materials for Practice leadership and client service teams.
  • Your role will also involve contributing to our thought leadership pipeline, including working on signature publications on geopolitics.
  • To strengthen our firm’s internal capabilities, you will conduct research and develop analytical products on key geopolitical developments that impact our firm.
  • You will support our firm’s leadership and other functions by participating in scenarios and strategic reviews related to geopolitics.

FAQs

What is the primary focus of the Communications Specialist, Geopolitics role?

The primary focus of the role is to ensure that insights on geopolitics reach key internal and client audiences, build awareness, and support decision-making in relation to geopolitical scenarios.

Who will the Communications Specialist work closely with?

The Communications Specialist will work closely with colleagues in the Geopolitics team, the firm's Geopolitics Practice, and partner firms, as well as with leadership and client service teams.

What qualifications are required for this position?

The position requires 5+ years of professional experience in fields such as international affairs, public policy, consulting, corporate communications, or journalism, along with strong analytical and communication skills.

What types of projects will the Communications Specialist be responsible for?

The Communications Specialist will be responsible for operationalizing the geopolitics ecosystem of insights, supporting client activation, contributing to thought leadership publications, and conducting research on geopolitical developments.

Is there a specific location for this role?

Yes, the role will be based in one of McKinsey’s European or AsiaX offices.

What kind of skills are essential for this role?

Essential skills include strategic project management, the ability to counsel senior leaders, strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities, and outstanding written and oral communication skills.

How important is collaboration in this position?

Collaboration is crucial, as the role requires working in a team environment and engaging with multiple stakeholders across the firm.

Will the Communications Specialist need to interact with external partners?

Yes, the role involves leveraging a strong external network to source strategic insights and partners related to geopolitics.

What kind of materials will the Communications Specialist curate and develop?

The Communications Specialist will curate and disseminate key materials for Practice leadership and client service teams, including thought leadership publications on geopolitics.

What is the reporting structure for this position?

The Communications Specialist will report to the Partner and Global Director of Geopolitics.

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McKinsey & Company

Business Consulting and Services

Consulting
Industry
10,001+
Employees
1926
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

McKinsey & Company is a global management consulting firm. We are the trusted advisor to the world's leading businesses, governments, and institutions. We work with leading organizations across the private, public and social sectors. Our scale, scope, and knowledge allow us to address problems that no one else can. We have deep functional and industry expertise as well as a breadth of geographical reach. We are passionate about taking on immense challenges that matter to our clients and, often, to the world. We work with our clients as we do with our colleagues. We build their capabilities and leadership skills at every level and every opportunity. We do this to help build internal support, get to real issues, and reach practical recommendations. We bring out the capabilities of clients to fully participate in the process and lead the ongoing work.

Benefits

  • Occupational Accident Insurance

  • Mental Health Care

  • Vision Insurance

  • Health Insurance

  • Life Insurance

  • Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

  • Retiree Health & Medical

  • Disability Insurance

  • Dental Insurance

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