Sr. Director, Health Policy
Provides high-level strategic guidance to C-suite health clients, expanding the health sector presence through business development and relationships
Leverages deep knowledge of health policy, including pharmaceuticals and healthcare insurance, to advise on macrotrends and translate policy impacts for clients
Leads and develops a team of consultants, fostering a collaborative environment, mentoring staff, and driving talent growth within the NA Health Practice
About the Company
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 empathic 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.
About the Job
We are seeking a Senior Director, Health to serve as a senior counselor and a primary point of contact for clients, while helping the firm grow by generating new business opportunities, and leading and developing a talented team of consultants. This is a senior level consulting role for someone who has passion for help health sector clients navigate the dynamic operating environment.
Responsibilities
Counsels and serves as senior strategist for C-suite client leads across a range of health sector clients through global and U.S. public affairs
Contributes to the growth of APCO’s health sector work through prospecting, relationship building in Washington, D.C. through collaboration and pitching as an active leader in the North America and Global Health Practice
Provides deep sector knowledge of the policy issues affecting parts of the industry including pharmaceutical companies; health care insurance; medical device companies and then connects dots across teams and markets to bring the best of APCO’s core service offerings to our health sector clients including public affairs & advocacy, issues & crisis, M&A / antitrust, financial communications, business transformation, corporate communications, capital markets, sustainability communications and equity and inclusion offerings
Able to advise on public affairs responses to macrotrends and policy developments impacting multinational health care companies such as pricing/access issues; government life sciences strategies, supply chain; reputational drivers and therapy area specific policies and then translating the issues to specific client business impact
Invests in nurturing talent within the health team, acting as a mentor and leader to early and mid-career staff in Washington, D.C. and contributes to fostering a collaborative environment across the North America Health Practice
Acts as a manager to mid-career in Washington, D.C., conducting annual performance reviews and other regular check-ins
Grows clients organically and actively pursues new opportunities with prospects, including leading business development activities
Maintains a strong industry network, attending events, participating on panels, or through written thought leadership, and is viewed as a thought leader in the market
Supports and advises on strategic approach to annual business planning efforts
Guides the development of high-quality, client-ready deliverables, such as advisory memos, market analyses, engagement strategies, and PowerPoint decks, often under tight deadlines
Qualifications
At least 15-20 years of experience in health sector accounts; prior experience oh health care policy issues, for example advising biopharmaceutical companies or health insurance preferred (including C-suite level, public affairs or corporate functions)
Deep understanding of the drivers of value within the health care sector and key issues transforming the business of health sector clients
Desire and capability to proactively and independently identify and secure new opportunities across a broad range of the health sector
Track record of successful corporate advisory work and development of corporate communications or public affairs campaigns
Global perspective and the ability to clearly articulate macrotrends shaping the business of health care
Exceptional presentation, writing, and analytical skills including the ability to write strategically and creatively under tight deadlines
Creative Director
Develops impactful campaigns blending creative vision with strategic insights to address complex advocacy challenges in the public affairs arena
Manages multi-channel initiatives, including digital, social, and experiential activations, to amplify advocacy messages and achieve measurable results
Mentors creative talent, cultivates strong client partnerships, and contributes to new business development, positioning APCO as a leader
About the Company
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 empathic 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.
About the Job
As a Creative Director at APCO, you will lead the strategic and creative direction for client accounts, focusing on impactful creative solutions in the public affairs space. Your experience with issues-based campaigns is crucial in addressing complex advocacy challenges, blending creative vision with strategic insight to inspire clients and persuade audiences from grassroots communities to policymakers. You will oversee creative solutions from inception to completion, while mentoring our creative team and expanding APCO’s client relationships and integrated offerings.
Responsibilities
Creative Strategy, Art Direction & Design:
Lead and oversee the development of data-informed and high-impact creative concepts that aligns with APCO’s public affairs and advocacy goals
Drive the strategic and creative vision for client accounts, ensuring campaigns and projects raise awareness, drive behavior change, and influence public opinion
Partnering with copywriters to develop persuasive messaging that connects emotionally with diverse audiences, translating complex topics into compelling narratives
Integrated Campaigns:
Oversee the execution of multi-channel campaigns (digital, social, paid media, experiential) to amplify advocacy messages and achieve maximum impact
Brand Strategy & Leadership:
Partner with Account Managers on brand initiatives, guiding projects from brand positioning, messaging, and tone development to guideline rollouts
Team Development & Mentorship:
Mentor and guide the career paths of art directors and designers, and the broader creative team, fostering a culture of creativity, continuous growth, and high performance
Client Engagement & Business Development:
Represent APCO in client pitches, and actively engage with new and existing clients to build trusted relationships
Use your industry network to drive new or organic growth, positioning APCO as a leading partner for public affairs, issues, and advocacy-driven campaigns
Innovative Offering Development:
Work with creative leadership to create and package new service offerings that align with client needs, enhancing agency capabilities and growth potential
Cross-Functional Collaboration:
Build relationships with Managing Directors, practice leads, and account teams, fostering a collaborative environment where creative solutions address client challenges with impact
Industry Trends & Key Issues:
Maintain a strong grasp of current social, political, and public policy issues, leveraging this knowledge to inform and enhance creative work
Qualifications
Minimum 12 years in a creative leadership role focused on art direction and ideation within a public affairs, advocacy, advertising or issues-based campaign environment
Strong history of client relationships and cross-functional collaboration
Bachelor’s degree in Advertising, Communications, Journalism, Marketing, or related field, with a robust portfolio showcasing experience in advocacy, public affairs, integrated campaigns, and issues-based communications
Demonstrated proficiency in crafting persuasive, audience-centered messaging for complex public affairs topics
Familiar with the unique demands of advocacy work, including coalition building, stakeholder engagement, and issues framing
Proven ability to balance advocacy objectives with creative innovation, managing resources and priorities for high-impact results
Strong network within advertising, public affairs and/or advocacy sectors, with a track record of growing business through strategic partnerships and trusted industry relationships
Proven ability to articulate and present creative strategies to clients and teams, translating complex issues into accessible, compelling narratives
Strong knowledge of audience segmentation, paid targeting, earned media strategies, and brand positioning to inform advocacy campaigns
Demonstrated ability to leverage AI tools and stay current with emerging technology trends to enhance design work, optimize workflows, and integrate cutting-edge solutions into projects
Sr. Benefits Specialist
Manages employee benefits programs and administers health, wellness, retirement, and insurance plans, ensuring cost-effectiveness and compliance
Creates engaging resources and tools to educate employees about total rewards programs and leads open enrollment
Processes payroll, manages worker's compensation, reconciles benefits accounts, and ensures accurate record-keeping
About the Company
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 empathic 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.
About the Job
We have an immediate opening for a Senior Benefits Specialist to join our Washington, D.C.-based Human Resources team. You will be joining colleagues who are open, collaborative, diverse and curious. You will be the lead administrator for our health and wellness benefit programs, 401(k) retirement plan, various domestic and international insurance plans, flexible spending accounts, and workers’ compensation benefits. You will manage key relationships with brokers, record keepers, and providers to ensure a high level of service and that our programs are cost-effective and meet employee needs. You will devise efficient and compliant benefits administration procedures and lead the development of compelling and engaging resources and tools to inform prospective and current employees of the value of APCO’s total rewards programs.
Additionally, the role involves processing North America payroll under the guidance of the Director of Compensation. This position also includes providing information to new and current employees, providers, and administrators; coordinating employee benefits; managing worker’s compensation; and resolving issues related to employee benefits, retirement, reporting, and reconciliation.
Responsibilities
Work with HR leadership and team to ensure benefits and welfare program competitiveness and alignment with organizational priorities and goals
Understand various plan designs and documents and interpret those to relevant stakeholders
Develop procedures to administer benefits in an efficient and compliant manner that is aligned with industry best practices
Ensure compliance of the 401k plan and identify improvements to plan administration
Develop a full-cycle comprehensive communications plan to inform and educate prospective and current employees about APCO’s total rewards
Support the North America HR Business Partner in providing leave administration for FMLA, STD, and LTD leaves
Manage annual insurance renewal/open enrollment process and education events
Work with Global HRIS Manager and Director of Compensation on improvements to the HRIS as it relates to benefits, employee self-service, and open enrollment
Partner with Global HR Business Partners and Global Mobility in coordinating local benefit programs for transfer and seconded employees
Reconcile benefits accounts by approving billing statements in coordination with shared service team
Maintains benefit records by developing recordkeeping systems, initiating new-hire benefits and recording changes
Collaborate with HR Assistant and Payroll Specialist to manage payroll changes such as new hires, absences, terminations, and wage increases
Prepares a variety of reports (e.g. state and federal reports, benefit and wage statements, etc.) for the purpose of providing written support and/or conveying information to district personnel, local, county, state and/or federal agencies
Maintains payroll process (e.g., payroll, benefit deductions, tax withholdings) to ensure accurate records and employee payments
Ensure organization is properly set up to submit employment tax report and payments to various states for current and new geographies
Maintaining employee confidence and protects payroll operations by keeping information confidential
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in human resources management or related field
At least 5-7 years of experience in benefits administration including retirement plans, domestic and global health, and dental benefits, STD, LTD, workers’ compensation, flexible spending accounts, COBRA, providing a high level of customer service in a fast-paced deadline driven environment
Strong knowledge and understanding of pertinent federal and state regulations and filing and compliance requirements affecting employee benefit programs, including COBRA, ERISA, HIPAA, FMLA, IRS, etc.
Prior experience working successfully with colleagues from diverse cultures and backgrounds
Ability to understand user needs within and outside of HR and work collaboratively in a team environment
Strong customer service orientation with excellent interpersonal communication skills; able to influence and create strong working relationships with employees and a range of stakeholders
Must have excellent written, verbal communication skills and strong attention to detail and accuracy
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
Executive Assistant
Proactively manages executive schedule and coordinates calendars, meetings, and travel, ensuring efficient time management and seamless logistics
Organizes meeting materials, manages guest interactions, and handles incoming calls and correspondence
Processes expenses, manages timecards, and prepares briefing materials, supporting internal processes and external engagements
About the Company
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 empathic 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.
About the Job
APCO is looking for a high-performing Executive Assistant to join its New York City office to support one of our key global executives. This position will play an instrumental role in supporting our executive and their office, handling a wide range of responsibilities to maximize their time and effectiveness. The ideal candidate will be a dynamic professional, eager to thrive in a fast-paced environment, with exceptional attention to detail. We are seeking a culture carrier who will have ample opportunities to support events and operations once the role has been mastered. We also welcome career Executive Assistants with a wealth of experience supporting C-Suite level executives.
Responsibilities
Proactive calendar management/meeting set up:
Schedule calls and meetings (adjusting as conflicts arise), responding to staff requests for time with our executive, taking information from company announcements to holding time for key company announcements/town halls/performance reviews
Schedule staff reviews for direct reports and support on our performance management appraisal by collecting names of contributors for reviews and input into our system to initiate the review process
Reserve conference rooms for meetings, as needed, and organize refreshments with APCO event coordinator
Manage guests coming into the office (meeting and greeting them and registering their names with office management for entry)
Manage incoming calls into the office and flagging important ones or directing them to the right APCO person
Assist with organizing dinners being hosted by our executive for clients and staff
For Executive Meetings:
Coordinate with senior executives on getting materials organized
Finalize the agenda with executives and C-Suite
Send out Teams calendar notices with meeting dates
Organize in-person meetings (liaising with APCO event coordinators for internally held meetings, and arranging external meetings including budget sign-off, invite lists etc.)
Travel:
Manage and arrange end-to-end travel
Working with our travel booking system/agents on airline and train tickets along with booking accommodation
Financial Responsibilities/Financial System Management:
Process receipts and prepare reimbursement reports for the executive
We are a timecard business, so you would be responsible for entering our executive’s time into the system, managing their expenses through it and for approving time, expense and leave requests for our executive’s direct reports
Additional responsibilities:
Forward emails from executive’s inbox to staff as needed for their information or action
Compiles a daily to-do list via email
Process manager for preparing our executive for internal processes (like performance review) or prepping for external events (like conferences)
Qualifications
High school diploma, bachelor’s degree preferred
Ideally 5+ years of full-time experience
Excellent communication and analytical skills
Proactive and great intuition
Advanced skills required with the Microsoft Office Suite
Familiarity with both PCs and Apple technology (iPhone/iPad)
Senior AD, Corp. Media
Manages client relationships, leads media relations, and develops strategic plans to achieve earned media goals, focusing on financial and corporate Comms
Cultivates journalist relationships, understands the evolving media landscape, and provides expert counsel on financial media engagement training
Produces high-quality client deliverables, leverages analytics for insights, and contributes to new business development through proposals and presentations
About the Company
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 empathic 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.
About the Job
As the Senior Associate Director of Corporate and Financial Media, you will work with a diverse group of talented and collaborative colleagues and media practitioners across North America and internationally. You will manage and advise clients including sophisticated corporate communications and media relations executives and lead teams in developing and executing media strategies for achieving their earned media objectives. You are expected to write persuasively; engage business, financial and sector-specific reporters and influencers; offer creative ideas that solve client problems; and use analytics tools for delivering insights and impact. You will have the opportunity to work across disciplines on integrated teams, including corporate communication, crisis and issues, investor relations, sustainability stakeholder engagement, digital/social media and paid amplification strategies.
Responsibilities
Owns client relationships and runs multiple work streams
Leads media relations efforts, including cultivating relationships with journalists, commentators, analysts and other relevant third parties, bringing these contacts and insights into client work
Is a subject matter expert on financial media, with a deep understanding of the financial media landscape, the media outlets having an impact (from podcasts and Substack to top tier), and the reporters and influencers our clients need to know
Performs day-to-day client work, with assistance from colleagues
Coaches clients on media engagement and being an effective executive spokesperson
Establishes systematic programs for driving a media drumbeat of story pitches
Develops and manages project programming, including implementation plans, staffing plans, budgets, timelines and measurement/evaluation
Produces high-quality, client-ready written deliverables, such as corporate announcements, op-eds, press kits, messaging, Q&A materials, media strategies and results reports, often under tight deadlines
Manages client expectations, earning their respect, trust and confidence through proactive account management to successfully maintain and grow client relationships
Serves as a financial media advisor to client teams across North America
Assists in new business activities, such as writing proposals and presenting to potential clients
Qualifications
At least 8-12 years of experience working in business and financial media, ideally with a mix of experience in business journalism as well as in a media relations consultancy role
Superior analytical skills and the ability to think creatively about media strategy and outlets
Strong understanding of the media environment, including appreciation of news drivers at key print and broadcast organizations, and relationships with their reporters, at outlets such as CNBC, the Wall Street Journal, Bloomberg, Fortune, Forbes, the Financial Times, Fast Company, Axios, Insider, Cheddar, etc.
Established and trusted journalist relationships and an eagerness to build new relationships
Experience working with third parties and influencers to help drive and shape coverage
Experience leading communications around company earnings, IPOs, SPACs, ICOs, etc.
Ability to integrate social / digital and paid campaigns with traditional media relations
Exceptional writing skills, including the ability to write op-eds and owned media content
Ability to present ideas to clients both strategically and persuasively in face-to-face meetings and written presentations, and deliver excellent work under tight deadlines
Demonstrated ability to lead integrated client teams
Experience working with organizations in the healthcare, technology, transportation, energy and/or financial services are particularly relevant to this position
Solid project management experience and a proven ability to manage multiple projects and client initiatives and teams of both junior and senior colleagues in a fast-paced environment
Consultant, Pub. Affairs
Supports the execution of strategic communication and issue advocacy campaigns for high-profile clients, contributing to integrated communications strategies
Develops compelling messaging and produces high-quality written materials, including press releases and social media content, often under tight deadlines
Leverages experience in coalition building and media relations, while proactively monitoring client issues and participating in business development
About the Company
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 empathic 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.
About the Job
We have an immediate opportunity for a mid-level public affairs and strategic communications professional with strong issue advocacy, coalition building, issues management, writing, and project management skills. This experienced professional will join our growing Public Affairs practice in our Washington, D.C. office.
Responsibilities
Support and implement a wide range of strategic communication and issue advocacy campaigns for our high profile, globally-recognized clients
Support the design and implementation of multi-faceted, integrated communications and issue campaigns to position client issues and priorities with key audiences that may include elected officials, media, consumers and external and internal stakeholders
Create effective messages and produce and edit high-quality written deliverables, such as issue backgrounders, press materials, messaging toolkits, and social media content often under tight deadlines
Develop compelling advocacy communications and content to convey complex policy issues to the general public
Leverage experience with coalition building and management efforts including stakeholder mapping, recruitment, engagement, and activation; state level advocacy engagement with field team management skills strongly preferred
Support media relations efforts including cultivating relationships with media (national, state, and local), drafting op-eds and talking points, preparing clients for speaking opportunities, organizing press conferences, and more
Proactively monitor developments in key client issue areas and flag opportunities for further client engagement
Participate in business development activities including writing proposals and developing pitch decks
Qualifications
3-5 years of public affairs, strategic communications, issue advocacy campaign, earned media and/or political campaign experience
Experience with state and federal legislative and regulatory campaigns is a plus
Minimum of 3 -5 years of PR/strategic communications experience with a focus on earned media – agency experience is a plus
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university
Solid project management experience and a proven ability to help manage multiple projects and client initiatives in a fast-paced environment while able to think quickly
Previous experience developing and supporting strategic communications (corporate or financial communications, issues management, internal communications, crisis communications, etc.) plans across various industries and subject areas (financial services, health care, food and consumer goods, technology, transportation, energy, etc.)
Demonstrate exceptional presentation, writing and analytical skills, including experience writing strategic plans, messaging and press materials and the ability to write both strategically and creatively under tight deadlines
Experience participating in business development opportunities a plus – industry research, proposal development and drafting, staffing plan management and pitching
Excellent client and interpersonal skills; ability to manage independent client relationships and communicate effectively by phone, email, and in-person
Well-versed in current events and headline news at local, national, and international levels
Assoc. Director, PA (US-India)
Monitors international relations policies & news, including trade, investment, immigration, cyber, and geopolitical trends, focusing on U.S.-India corridor
Supports clients in developing and implementing business opportunities, engaging stakeholders, media, and influencers, particularly in Delhi
Conducts research, drafts policy papers and analyses on relevant political and business topics, and actively participates in new business development efforts
About the Company
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 empathic 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.
About the Job
We have an immediate opportunity for a global public affairs professional with strong foreign policy experience, issues management, writing, and project management skills. You will be joining our growing Global Public Affairs practice in our Washington, D.C. office.
As an Associate Director in APCO's Global Public Affairs Practice in Washington D.C. you will have responsibility to help APCO deliver and grow its advisory business focused on global supply chain and trade, investment and commerce as well as broader geopolitical, policy and communication matters, particularly in relation to U.S.-India relations.
Responsibilities
Monitor policies and news on topics related to international relations including trade and supply chain, global investment opportunities, immigration policy, data and cybersecurity, national security and other geopolitical trends
Support global clients with the strategic development and implementation of business opportunities in the U.S.-India corridor
Assist in identifying and engaging diverse stakeholders, media and influencers on topics and issues mentioned above, particularly in Delhi
Conduct research and draft policy papers on political issues related to sectors including telecommunications, apparel, agriculture, healthcare and tech
Assist in drafting analytical pieces on issues, policies, current events and business trends such as the CHIPS Act, trade and investment actions, immigration policy and other U.S. congressional developments
Actively participate and support new business development efforts including attending introductory meetings, writing proposals and developing pitch decks
Qualifications
At least 6-8 years of public affairs, strategic communications, or federal/state issue advocacy campaign experience including at least 4 years leading client projects from start-to-finish
2-5 years of research or work experience on US-India relations
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in a related field
Exceptional writing and analytical skills, and the ability to write both strategically and creatively under tight deadlines
Outstanding presentation skills including the ability to engage executive leadership
Solid project management experience, including overseeing a team and multiple deliverables
Management consulting experience is a plus
Lobbying and government relations experience is a plus
Sr. Leader, Gov. Affairs
Leads advisory, government relations, research, and stakeholder engagement work for prominent global clients, ensuring high-quality project management
Cultivates and expands client relationships through proactive account management and serves as a key point of contact, delivering exceptional service
Develops multifaceted public affairs & advocacy strategies, gathers intelligence, creates client deliverables, and secures new business
About the Company
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 empathic 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.
About the Job
We have an immediate opportunity for an experienced government affairs professional with deep experience developing and executing engagement strategies for leading multinational companies with critical interests in Washington D.C.
You will have expertise at the intersection of business, policy and advocacy, including related to issues management, stakeholder engagement, client relationship development and project management. You will be adept at leading high-stakes client projects, managing key relationships with business stakeholders and executives, developing and secure new clients, and supervising and mentor team members.
You will be based in Washington D.C. and bring diverse experience, including time working in a consulting firm and/or in a high-stakes corporate environment where you were responsible for engaging with the House, Senate and/or executive branch.
Responsibilities
Lead a wide range of advisory, government relations, research and stakeholder engagement work for our high profile, globally-recognized clients
Manage, nurture and grow client relationships including overseeing client projects, supervising project teams, allocating resources, and delegating work effectively
Provide consistently high levels of client service on a daily basis through proactive account management, serving as one of the key client contacts to successfully maintain and grow client relationships
Implement multi-faceted, public affairs and policy advocacy strategies to solve client issues and support their growth priorities
Gather intelligence from firsthand sources and develop insights on issues that are relevant to clients and enable relationship growth
Oversee the development of client deliverables in PowerPoint, Word and email, and demonstrate excellent written and oral communication skills
Write proposals, lead pitch teams and secure high-value new business that align with APCO’s competencies
Establish and maintain APCO’s reputation as a valuable solutions provider and trusted business partner
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in a related field
At least 15+ years of related experience in public affairs, public policy initiatives and government-focused campaigns and coalitions
Exceptional presentation, writing and analytical skills, and the ability to write both strategically and creatively under tight deadlines
Solid project management experience, including leading big client engagements and overseeing high-functioning project teams
Demonstrated success formulating and leading strategic thinking and strategic engagements with diverse business and policy stakeholders
Deep experience working in Washington D.C.
Professional experience outside the United States is preferred
Ability to translate technical policy and regulation for a business audience
Sr. Director, Health
Provides senior-level strategic counsel to C-suite health sector clients, leveraging deep industry knowledge and APCO's diverse service offerings
Drives health sector growth through business development, relationship building, and active leadership within the US and Global Health Practice
Mentors and guides junior staff, fostering talent growth within the health team, while maintaining a strong industry network and thought leadership presence
About the Company
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 empathic 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.
About the Job
We are seeking a Senior Director, Health to serve as a senior counselor and a primary point of contact for clients while helping the firm grow by generating new business opportunities and leading and developing a talented team of consultants. This is a senior-level consulting role for someone passionate about helping health sector clients navigate the dynamic operating environment.
Our team includes experts from diverse backgrounds with one focus—to help the world’s most innovative organizations improve health and advance health equity. We do that by helping our clients navigate the rapidly evolving health care operating environment and advise their leaders on issues, reputational challenges and policy challenges that will drive their business. APCO has played leading roles in virtually every major health care issue over the past few decades and our clients are drawn from across the US and global health care sector including leading pharmaceutical manufacturers, health care systems, health insurers, and medical device makers.
Responsibilities
Counsels and serves as senior strategist for C-suite client leads across a range of health sector clients through public affairs and corporate communications
Contributes to the growth of APCO’s health sector work through prospecting, relationship building in New York and through collaboration and pitching as an active leader in the US and Global Health Practice
Provides deep sector knowledge and then connects dots across teams and markets to bring the best of APCO’s core service offerings to our health sector clients including public affairs & advocacy, issues & crisis, M&A /antitrust, business transformation, corporate communications, capital markets, sustainability communications and Equity and Inclusion offerings
Invests in nurturing talent within the health team, acting as a guide and leader to early and mid-career staff in New York and across the U.S. Health practice through mentoring and as a team leader
Demonstrates performance in growing clients organically and actively pursues new opportunities with prospects, including leading business development activities
Maintains a strong industry network and is viewed as a thought leader in the market
Supports and advises on strategic approach to annual business planning efforts
Qualifications
At least 15 years of experience in health sector accounts; prior experience advising biopharmaceutical companies preferred (including C-suite level, public affairs or corporate functions)
Deep understanding of the drivers of value within the health care sector and key issues transforming the business of health sector clients
Desire and capability to proactively and independently identify and secure new opportunities across a broad range of the health sector
Track record of successful corporate advisory work and development of corporate communications or public affairs campaigns
Global perspective and the ability to clearly articulate macrotrends shaping the business of health care
Exceptional presentation, writing, and analytical skills including the ability to write strategically and creatively under tight deadlines
Digital Policy Consultant
Leverages experience in multilateral cyber and/or AI policy, ideally within a government ministry, international NGO, or private sector stakeholder
Demonstrates expertise in internet governance and international security issues, familiarity with relevant policy venues (e.g., Cyber OEWG)
Exhibits strong communication & analytical skills, including the ability to distill complex technical information for non-expert audiences
About the Company
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 empathic 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.
About the Job
We have an immediate full-time opportunity for an experienced government affairs professional to work with the diplomatic community in New York on international artificial intelligence and cybersecurity policy. The ideal candidate will be based in New York, but it would also be acceptable for you to live remotely with travel to work out of APCO’s New York offices for external meetings on a regular basis.
Qualifications
Key Experience & Background:
6-12 years of experience working in multilateral cyber and/or artificial intelligence policy with a government ministry. Similar relevant experience working with an international NGO or private sector stakeholder in this policy domain would also be acceptable
Understanding of and experience in Internet related international peace and security issues and its policy venues, such as the Cyber OEWG. Familiarity with the multilateral landscape on artificial intelligence policy and governance is highly desirable
Extensive contacts with government policy leads and international organizations’ staff working in one or both of these fields with the ability to reach out to the key officials directly from a position of trust. Having relationships in intergovernmental organizations like UNIDIR, UNODA, UN OSTP, DESA, UNESCO, or ITU would be helpful
Additional Skills & Experience:
Comfort and experience working in an advocacy context with member-state delegates and international organization officials
Able to distill technical material on a multilateral policy subject or process into briefing papers for clients and potential clients that grabs the attention of non-experts and contextualizes why they’re important for the private sector
Experience taking reports of a process or meeting and distill the key outcomes and sticking points for non-expert audiences and provide strategic analysis of what positions mean
Adept at taking a concept note for an event and working with colleagues to design the event around key outcomes, sourcing speakers and helping APCO colleagues handle required logistics, RSVP handling, agenda production and dissemination
Support administrative colleagues organizing meetings across multiple time zones with government and non-government participants, using the right tone in communications to address senior people (Ambassadors, Ministers)
Able to research activities taking place in these policy domains across multiple international organizations’ online resources and where necessary through email exchanges and phone calls and distil key elements for business audience
Highly developed communication and persuasive skills and the ability to distil complex technical subjects and arguments so they resonate with diplomats who (frequently) do not have a deep understanding of the substance of the issues they’re working on
Preference for candidates fluent in another UN language in addition to English
Sr. Consultant, Pub. Affairs
Implements strategic communication and issue advocacy campaigns for high-profile clients, providing top-tier client service and managing staff effectively
Designs and executes integrated campaigns targeting key audiences, creating compelling messages and high-quality written materials under tight deadlines
Leverages 3-4 years of coalition building and media relations experience, managing budgets, and participating in business development activities
About the Company
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 empathic 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.
About the Job
We have an immediate opportunity for a mid-level public affairs and strategic communications professional with strong issue advocacy, coalition building, issues management, writing, and project management skills. This experienced professional will join our growing Public Affairs practice in our Washington, D.C. office.
Responsibilities
Support and implement a wide range of strategic communication and issue advocacy campaigns for our high profile, globally-recognized clients
Provide the highest level of client service on a daily basis through proactive account management, serving as the key client contact while also managing staff (both senior and junior) to successfully maintain and grow client relationships
Design and implement multi-faceted, integrated communications and issue campaigns to position client issues and priorities with key audiences that may include elected officials, media, consumers and external and internal stakeholders
Create effective messages and produce and edit high-quality written deliverables, such as issue backgrounders, press materials, messaging toolkits, and social media content often under tight deadlines
Develop compelling advocacy communications and content to convey complex policy issues to the general public
3-4 years of experience with coalition building and management efforts including stakeholder mapping, recruitment, engagement, and activation; state level advocacy engagement with field team management skills strongly preferred
Take ownership of media relations efforts including cultivating relationships with media (national, state, and local), drafting op-eds and talking points, preparing clients for speaking opportunities, organizing press conferences, and more
Proactively monitor developments in key client issue areas and flag opportunities for further client engagement
Closely manage client budgets, ensuring that projects and corresponding staffing are within allotted budgets
Participate in business development activities including writing proposals and developing pitch decks
Qualifications
5-7 years of public affairs, strategic communications, issue advocacy campaign, earned media and/or political campaign experience
Experience with state and federal legislative and regulatory campaigns is a plus
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university
Solid project management experience, including overseeing a team and multiple deliverables and the ability to think quickly. A minimum of 3 years managing team members is required
Solid project management experience and a proven ability to manage multiple projects and client initiatives and teams of both junior and senior colleagues in a fast-paced environment, including budget development and management
Previous experience developing and supporting strategic communications (corporate or financial communications, issues management, internal communications, crisis communications, etc.) plans across various industries and subject areas (financial services, health care, food and consumer goods, technology, transportation, energy, etc.)
Demonstrate exceptional presentation, writing and analytical skills, including experience writing strategic plans, messaging and press materials and the ability to write both strategically and creatively under tight deadlines
Experience participating in business development opportunities a plus – industry research, proposal development and drafting, staffing plan management and pitching
Excellent client and interpersonal skills; ability to manage independent client relationships and communicate effectively by phone, email, and in-person
Well-versed in current events and headline news at local, national, and international levels