Kekst CNC is a global strategic communications consultancy that specializes in protecting and enhancing reputations. From 14 offices around the globe, our team of 300 professionals provides expert communications counsel informed by judgment, insights and data-led analysis. We apply our communications expertise across high-stakes business, financial, and political matters, helping clients communicate effectively through periods of disruption, transformation, and growth. 

As an Associate, you will collaborate closely with our Consultants, Directors and Partners to deliver a diverse range of work for clients spanning multiple industries and geographies. From day one, you will be an integral part of our client teams, contributing both operationally and strategically. This role offers a dynamic and fast-paced environment, with varied responsibilities and the opportunity to work alongside highly skilled colleagues. No two days are alike, but your responsibilities may include: 

• Conducting in-depth research such as media audits, preparing market intelligence reports, mapping regulatory developments and performing quantitative analysis utilising digital and analytics tools. 

• Contributing to the development of communications strategies, including drafting comprehensive communications plans, press releases and presentations. 

• Monitoring news and global trends and providing analysis of the political landscape and regulatory environments that impact clients’ businesses and industries. 

• Building and maintaining strong client relationships, consistently delivering work that exceeds expectations, often in high-pressure and time-sensitive situations. 

• Expanding your professional network by engaging with relevant stakeholders, including journalists, analysts and key decision-makers. 

In this position, you will have the opportunity to develop advanced consultancy skills and make a meaningful impact within a collaborative, intellectually stimulating environment. 

To ensure a strong foundation for a successful career with us, candidates should hold a bachelor’s or master’s degree in business administration, political science, or a related discipline. We seek individuals who are naturally analytical and intellectually curious and who thrive within collaborative, high-performing teams. Excellent communication and presentation skills, both in Swedish and English, are essential. Our team shares a deep passion for continuous learning and improvement, and we hope you will embrace and contribute to this culture of growth. 

If you have a strong enthusiasm for deriving actionable insights from analytics and are keen to further develop your expertise in digital analytics, you will find this opportunity particularly advantageous. Whether you are at the beginning of your professional journey or bring prior experience in areas such as social media and perception analysis, reputation and risk assessment, content-driven campaigns, or strategic online communications, your background will be highly valued. Additionally, an interest or experience in financial transactions, such as mergers and acquisitions (M&A) and initial public offerings (IPOs), will be considered a significant asset. This role provides an excellent platform to make a meaningful contribution and have a tangible impact within our dynamic team. 

We expect every team member to consistently embody our core principles: integrity first, critical judgment, uncompromising excellence and globally connected thinking. These values are integral to everything we do and form the foundation of our professional culture.

By joining our team, you will acquire invaluable experience in public relations and strategic communications, you will learn from some of the industry’s sharpest minds in a dynamic, inspiring, and international environment renowned for its commitment to excellence. Your role will involve working on cross-border mandates and engaging with clients and colleagues worldwide, all whilst working from our Stockholm office. In addition to exciting development opportunities, we offer a competitive salary, a bonus scheme, an attractive benefits package and access to a short-term international transfer program. 

Are you inspired? 

We invite you to take the next step in your professional journey by submitting your application. The recruitment process will involve several steps, including interviews and assessments. Applications will be reviewed continuously and the position may be filled prior to the stated deadline. Therefore, we encourage you to submit your CV and cover letter, in English, at your earliest convenience but no later than 6 January 2026.