We are looking to hire a Project Consultant to join our team in Berlin or Munich. We are seeking a curious, motivated professional who is eager to develop their career within a dynamic and fast-paced consulting environment.
Our team advises leading organisations across a range of sectors on public affairs, corporate communications, and stakeholder engagement initiatives. We help clients navigate complex policy and business environments, build compelling narratives, and engage effectively with key audiences through integrated communications and advocacy strategies.
This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive and entrepreneurial individual who enjoys working across multiple projects and topics. You will support client programmes through research, analysis, content development and stakeholder engagement activities, while contributing to strategic client work and new business initiatives.
By joining our team, you will work alongside colleagues across APCO's international network, gaining exposure to a diverse range of clients and projects while developing the skills needed to become a trusted advisor.
Responsibilities:
- Support project teams across a variety of client accounts spanning public affairs, and corporate communications, supporting clients on current issues, policy developments and communications approaches.
- Contribute to the day-to-day delivery of client programmes, drafting materials, conducting research and analysis, and monitoring media, political and regulatory developments.
- Draft high-quality written content, including press releases, op-eds, thought leadership articles, blog posts, stakeholder materials, briefing documents and social media content.
- Conduct research and analyse findings to develop actionable insights, reports and recommendations for clients.
- Build a strong understanding of clients' business objectives and stakeholder landscapes, helping to identify opportunities and risks.
- Support and collaborate with interns and junior colleagues on project delivery as required.
- Contribute to business development efforts through pitch preparation, market research and outreach activities.
Qualifications:
- An academic degree in communications, public relations, political science, international relations, public affairs or a related field.
- One to two years of relevant experience in public affairs, corporate communications, public relations, government relations or a related discipline; internship experience is also valued.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in both German and English.
- Strong client-service mindset and ideally some experience engaging with clients or stakeholders through previous roles, internships or academic projects.
- Proven ability to craft compelling stories and develop engaging written content for a variety of audiences and channels.
- Strong interest in current affairs, politics, business and emerging trends, with an eagerness to stay informed on key developments.
- Curious and adaptable, with the ability to quickly learn about new sectors, policy issues and client challenges.
- Proactive, detail-oriented and highly organised approach, with the ability to manage competing priorities, meet deadlines and consistently produce high-quality work.
Confident, collaborative and willing to contribute ideas, challenge assumptions and take initiative in a team environment.
We are recognized as one of the best agencies to work for in our industry, providing you with:
- The opportunity to work on a diverse range of clients and projects (national and international) with some of the industry’s best and brightest.
- A collegial and collaborative work environment, where you will work closely with colleagues from around the world.
- The opportunity to visit and work from our other global offices and the opportunity for Global Exchanges.
- The chance to take on responsibility quickly with abound opportunities to develop professionally and personally.
- Clear career paths, ongoing internal & external training, and access to our global Learning Platform.
- Flexible work arrangements, a supportive team, collaboration across all levels, and a truly open culture.
- A competitive compensation and benefits package with perks around mobility, mental health, pension, and your personal & professional development.
Careers at APCO
Through our recruitment, hiring and retention efforts, APCO is committed to building teams to bring the best possible expertise and robust perspectives to our clients. We embrace differences in experience, viewpoint and ideas, starting with our values and extending to our behaviors, policies and practices. We aim to create a positive work experience and welcoming environment where everyone feels they belong and can thrive.
About UsAbout APCO
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.
Skills Required
- Academic degree in communications, public relations, political science, international relations, public affairs, or a related field
- One to two years of relevant experience in public affairs, corporate communications, public relations, government relations, or a related discipline
- Internship experience is valued
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in German and English
- Strong client-service mindset and experience engaging with clients or stakeholders
- Ability to craft compelling stories and develop written content for varied audiences and channels
- Strong interest in current affairs, politics, business, and emerging trends
- Curiosity and adaptability, with ability to learn new sectors, policy issues, and client challenges quickly
- Proactive, detail-oriented, highly organized approach with ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines
- Confidence, collaboration, initiative, and willingness to contribute ideas and challenge assumptions
APCO Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about APCO and has not been reviewed or approved by APCO.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time-off offerings include paid holidays and substantial PTO (roughly 20–30 days) in some listings. These are complemented by flexible working arrangements in many locations.
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Parental & Family Support — In North America, policies have included up to three months of fully paid parental leave. Parental support is positioned as a notable part of the package alongside generous leave and flexibility.
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Healthcare Strength — Core coverage commonly includes health, dental, vision, and life insurance in applicable locations. These baseline offerings contribute to a solid, fairly comprehensive benefits package.
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What We Do
APCO is a global advisory and advocacy firm helping organizations build the un/common ground upon which progress is made.
