Are you a highly motivated strategic thinker who’s looking for a fast-paced work environment tackling complex communications issues for clients?

Invariant seeks a Crisis Communications Manager to join our growing Strategic Communications and Public Affairs team. You’ll work with a diverse and energetic team of experts driving impact for clients. We serve as trusted advisors to our clients and help them solve complex challenges, create opportunities for growth, and manage their corporate reputation so they can influence the audiences that matter most.

Invariant is a different kind of firm. We look at communications, public affairs, government relations, and business strategy holistically. You will do challenging, impactful work here. If that sounds interesting to you, come join us.

What you’ll do

• Play a central role on client teams by leading workstreams, overseeing tactical execution, communicating progress, and contributing insights that help the firm achieve client objectives.
• Act as an account manager including assigning responsibilities, ensuring their timely completion, and providing support to senior team members.
• Take responsibility for the development and execution of top-quality communications strategies and materials (e.g., shareholder letters, strategy plans, talking points, and press releases).
• Serve as the account expert and maintain knowledge of everything that is going on with the account. Employ this expertise to anticipate upcoming account needs.
• Engage directly with clients and their advisors to provide a value-additive, strategic communications perspective on issues that have a brand, business, or financial impact.
• Build and maintain relationships with members of the media, occasionally serving as a spokesperson for clients.
• Support new business opportunities in the marketplace and work to expand current client relationships through innovative offerings and impeccable service.

 Who you are

• 4-7 years of experience – with a strong preference for candidates with experience in relevant industries (e.g. communications, law, finance, investor relations, or a related field).
• Client-focused with a high bar for exceptional quality and results.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills to manage multiple workstreams and competing deadlines with a focus on detail and precision.
• Demonstrated ability to apply critical thinking skills to complex assignments.
• A self-starter who can perform under pressure and thrive in an unpredictable work schedule.
• Solid communication skills and ability to manage both up and down.
• Strong writing, editing, and research skills.
• Proficient in the use of digital software and technology, including databases such as Cision, Meltwater, Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

This position is based in Washington, DC. Salary commensurate with experience. The firm offers unlimited vacation time, generous health care and retirement benefits, and advancement opportunities.