Intercultural communication consultant
Also known as: intercultural communication specialist, intercultural communication adviser, intercultural mediator, intercultural communication expert, intercultural communications consultant, intercultural consultant
About this occupation
Intercultural communication consultants specialise in social interaction between parties of different cultures, advise organisations on international interactions in order to optimise their performance, and facilitiate cooperation and positive interaction with organisations and individuals from other cultures.
Essential skills and knowledge
- analyse business processes
- study cultures
- business processes
- apply knowledge of human behaviour
- implement operational business plans
- monitor sociological trends
- use consulting techniques
- implement strategic planning
- show intercultural awareness
- use communication techniques
- advise on public relations
- maintain internal communication systems
Typical tasks and preparation
From the related US occupation profile Community and Social Service Specialists, All Other (O*NET 21-1099.00). Linked by an official crosswalk: related, not identical; details vary by country.
US median pay: US$56,730 a year (2025), 107,730 employed. Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics.