Summary: A Senior Consultant is responsible for managing client projects, preparing client-ready materials (e.g. sector reports, government engagement strategies, credentials, proposals) and can quickly review and provide guidance on the work completed by junior colleagues. Senior Consultants maintain an awareness of macro business issues impacting clients by conducting research on a variety of client related issues, including economic, industry and regulatory issues. They will be responsible for independently coordinating client meetings and events, and completing client deliverables under the supervision of an assigned senior account manager. Senior Consultants are expected to demonstrate an understanding of APCO's business practices and processes, as well as strong research, analytical and strategic abilities. Senior Consultants possess strong written and oral communication skills. A Senior Consultant interfaces with all levels of staff and will have contact with clients regarding project issues.

APCO's key performance factors for excellence in each position:

• Client service/client relationships
• Communication
• Project management/delivering target business results
• Critical thinking
• Teamwork

Qualifications and Requirements:

• Demonstrated fluency in written and oral English and Chinese
• Minimum of bachelors degree (post-graduate education will be an asset)
• Demonstrated research and analytical skills
• Demonstrated knowledge of/experience working in a sector of relevance to APCO's work, for example:
- Energy/clean energy
- Food and beverage
- Financial services
- Industrial/chemical
- Information technology/telecoms
• Experience engaging with relevant central and local government in China
• Demonstrated ability to multi-task and prioritize project work
• Professional and confident demeanor
• Familiarity with Microsoft office software
• At least 5 years related work experience (applicants with less working experience will be considered for other positions)