ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR | Sports Brand Crisis and Issues | 12mth FTC Freelance / FTC

CF0690 | London | £80-£85k

On the hunt for a talented, strategic Associate Director (Senior Consultant), with global brand experience and a focus on reputation, and issues management. This FTC is to cover a 12month Mat leave, ideally starting as soon as possible, to allow for a full handover.  Obviously, you’ll be exceptionally skilled in delivering industry leading client counsel and have a real understanding of both cultural and political topics, across both an editorial and social agenda.

The Role

Supporting this high profile, global sports brand in navigating cultural conversations and developing industry leading strategies that define how brands stand up to their purpose and value in a crowded market. It will be about understanding the market and crafting mechanisms that resonates to a wide demographic.

The role will manage both internal and external stakeholders across all levels and provide guidance and support when tackling the global news agenda.  This is about a brand-first approach as opposed to an issues led response.

Key Attributes

• Confident, solo decision maker
• Ideally connected to or experience of sports culture particularly that of rugby, football, and tennis
• A track record in leading high profile, issues led management
• Solid client handing ability
• Strong writing and attention to detail, particularly under pressure
• A team player able to lead an enthusiastic bunch of high performers
• Able to communicate with transparency, authenticity and a very human voice
• Global comms experience

For the full job description, please email your CV to cvs@carterferris.co.uk or call 020 3397 7543 / 07702 186 088

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