Teneo Ireland is seeking applications from highly skilled and dynamic individuals for the role of Senior Consultant (Senior Account Manager) in Corporate Reputation Advisory. 

Active in the Irish market for over a decade, we are a team of expert advisors supporting clients as they navigate the arenas of business, politics, and society. You will work with clients from some of Ireland’s and the world’s largest, most important and most complex organisations, operating in almost every sector of the economy.

This role offers an exciting opportunity to help CEOs and business leaders meet and beat their objectives by helping to develop and deploy impactful and considered communication strategies to build, protect and enhance reputation. You will join Teneo Ireland’s team of almost 100 colleagues and a global team of more than 1,600 people located in 43 offices around the world.

We are only seeking candidates who are agile corporate communication experts who can seamlessly navigate between different sectors, disciplines and challenges. We value diverse perspectives, collaboration, and a sense of curiosity.  We look forward to hearing from candidates who share our passion for being the benchmark for excellence in corporate reputation advisory.  

About Teneo

Teneo is the global CEO advisory firm. We partner with our clients globally to do great things for a better future.

Teneo Ireland is an integrated strategic communications, management and financial advisory consultancy. We provide all aspects of strategic counsel to CEOs and business leaders.

Our Strategy & Communications teams work with Ireland’s leading organisations to help build, protect, and enhance all facets of reputation. Our expert team of political, communications and digital specialists provide clients with the insight and strategies to successfully navigate the reputational risks and opportunities of today’s ever evolving business landscape.

Drawing upon our global team and expansive network of senior advisors, we provide advisory services across our five business segments on a stand-alone or fully integrated basis to help our clients solve complex business challenges. Our range of global advisory services includes strategic communications (corporate & brand), investor relations, financial transactions and restructuring, management consulting, digital & studio, physical and cyber risk, sport & sponsorship, organisational design, board and executive search, geopolitics and government affairs, corporate governance, ESG and DE&I.

About You and the Role

As a Senior Consultant (Senior Account Manager) you’ll be responsible for providing the highest quality of service to our clients. You will play a pivotal role in driving activity across account teams, acting as a day-to-day lead and trusted advisor to your clients.

Senior Consultants manage and coach our Consultants and Associate Consultants, while reporting into and learning from our Associate Directors, Directors and Managing Directors.

You will also have the opportunity to work closely with other strands of Teneo’s full-service offering to deliver integrated solutions to clients. This includes our Brand & Consumer Communications team, Digital & Creative team and Sports Advisory team as well as opportunities for collaboration with our Performance and Consulting team and our Financial Advisory team. In addition, there is opportunity and scope to collaborate with Teneo colleagues in our international offices on global client mandates.

Key Responsibilities

As a Senior Consultant (Senior Account Manager) at Teneo, you will:

• Be a key day-to-day strategic advisor for clients and working alongside colleagues.
• Develop communications solutions, plans and campaigns for clients to enhance corporate reputation and deliver client business objectives.
• Apply the highest standards of excellence to deliver consistent and positive results.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with Teneo clients, colleagues and stakeholders.
• Develop in-depth knowledge of your clients and their respective sectors.
• Keep informed of key business and political developments in Ireland and internationally.
• Keep informed regarding changes in the media and political landscape and build strong media and stakeholder connections.
• Develop and implement effective media engagement strategies and plans for clients.
• Craft written communication materials for clients to an excellent standard.
• Oversee high quality reporting to demonstrate the value and impact of results.
• Contribute to new business development and pitches.
• Be a proactive, supportive, and encouraging role model by being ambitious to achieve the best for your colleagues, your clients and yourself.
• Be a professional, reliable, and values driven ambassador for Teneo in all ways.

Skills and Experience

• 5+ years in a corporate communications role with significant consultancy sector experience.
• Excellent communications (oral and written) & presenting skills.
• Knowledgeable of and adept at working with media - experience and connectivity with media in Ireland is essential and experience with international media is helpful.
• Experience providing strategic counsel to clients.
• Ability to build and maintain strong client, colleague, and stakeholder relationships.
• Ability to learn at pace and become a subject matter expert.
• Strong organisation and time management skills.
• Ability to anticipate next steps and requirements for clients and plan accordingly.
• A positive, flexible and ambitious team player who is proactive, agile, and a self-starter.
• A strong understanding of the financial and commercial side of client account management.
• Desire to produce high quality materials and deliver excellence for clients.
• The ability to work well under pressure and a desire to support colleagues.
• You must be sound and want to be part of a sound team of people who work hard, have fun, and achieve great results together.

What Teneo Offers

At Teneo, we are deeply committed to supporting your professional development and advancing your career. We don't just offer the opportunity to work with Ireland's most influential organisations; we provide a comprehensive support system to ensure your career progression matches your ambition. Through our Talent Manager model, you'll receive invaluable guidance from experienced professionals who have a wealth of knowledge to share. We also believe in empowering you to steer your own career trajectory, offering formal education resources in essential consultancy skillsets, ensuring you have the tools to excel in today's dynamic business landscape.

What sets Teneo apart is our commitment to your growth and, as a global consultancy, the unrivalled opportunities we provide. Additionally, being part of our global network means you'll have the chance to collaborate with offices worldwide, working with some of the world’s largest and most influential organisations.  

We have nurtured a culture that fosters professional development in a structured and stimulating atmosphere. We believe in supporting one another and our team at Teneo Ireland is composed of highly talented and committed individuals. The employee benefits on offer at Teneo Ireland include: 

Flexibility and time off

• Hybrid working and flexible working.
• Remote working options available.
• 25 days annual leave.
• Early finish Fridays.

Health and wellness

• Health Insurance contribution.
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program for you and your family.
• Annual flu vaccine.
• Benefit in Kind reimbursement for gym, fitness classes, sports clubs’ memberships.

Financial

• Competitive base salary with annual salary reviews.
• Fully subsidised life insurance via a group scheme.
• PRSA contributions available via payroll.

Travel

• Bike to Work.
• TaxSaver scheme.
• Overseas secondments available with the Teneo Global Mobility Plan.
• Community and Personal Development.

Learning and development opportunities

• Company CSR program.
• Fully subsidised access to our online learning program.
• Employee resource groups for underrepresented groups and their allies.