Graduate Trainee, Strategic Communications and Public Affairs

Overview

Ankura is a team of excellence founded on innovation and growth. This position supports the Red Flag Global Practice which is part of the Ankura Consulting Group Practice. Red Flag is a world leading strategic communications and campaigns agency that has developed, driven, and won campaigns for some of the world's leading companies, trade associations, and coalitions. We are now part of Ankura, the world leading expert services and advisory firm with more than 2,000 staff across 35 offices worldwide.

Position

Red Flag operates a popular and successful graduate training programme in its Dublin office. The programme offers graduates with degrees in public relations or other relevant fields the opportunity to work alongside our experienced team. Graduates will gain hands on experience developing their skills across strategic consulting, political and regulatory advice, reputation management, crisis communications, and campaigning. Red Flag promotes from within, so graduates who excel during their six month placement may be offered a full time position at the programme's conclusion.

Requirements

• Minimum 2.1 postgraduate qualification in public relations or a relevant field
• Strong writing skills (able to write press releases, communication plans, speaking points, social media content, etc.) and the ability to write clearly about technical subjects
• High level of comfort communicating with clients and journalists
• Experience in media relations and media contacts preferred
• Interest in digital communications and experience working with social media tools desirable
• Excellent communication and organisational skills; ability to prioritise and multi task in a creative, challenging, and fast paced environment
• Ability to work well in a team environment
• Proactive approach and willingness to take initiative

Equal Employment Opportunity

Ankura is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against based on disability. If you have a disability and believe you need a reasonable accommodation to search for a job opening, submit an online application, or participate in an interview/assessment, please email or call toll free +1