Director – Public Affairs

Central London, hybrid

This fast-growing consultancy, founded in the last six years, has quickly established itself as one of the most exciting players in the UK communications and public affairs landscape. Despite being relatively young, it has built an impressive reputation for helping leading global companies earn and protect their reputations. With a client list that includes some of the world’s most recognisable names across tech, retail, aviation, and consumer brands, it offers the opportunity to work at the heart of complex, high-profile issues that shape the national conversation.

The consultancy is proud of its distinctive culture: positive, supportive, and ambitious in equal measure. Its senior team are not only experts in their fields—ranging from senior Government advisers to high-profile journalists—but also dedicated mentors who take genuine care in developing their people. Growth is central to their philosophy: both organisational growth (the team is scaling quickly) and individual growth, with career development and progression built into the fabric of how they operate.

The Role

The consultancy is seeking a senior public affairs professional with deep UK experience to join its leadership team. This Director role will combine strategic client advisory, senior account leadership, and team development. It is a rare opportunity to shape both client outcomes and the trajectory of a fast-growing business.

Key responsibilities include:

• Acting as strategic adviser to clients, particularly on public and corporate affairs.
• Leading on high-profile accounts, ensuring consistently excellent advice and delivery.
• Building and nurturing senior client relationships, while fostering new business opportunities.
• Contributing to the Senior Leadership Team, helping to shape the consultancy’s future direction.
• Coaching and developing consultants across the team, ensuring a culture of excellence and support.
• Driving business development and supporting the consultancy’s marketing strategy.

The Candidate

• Strong and proven UK public affairs experience gained within a consultancy environment
• A track record of leading high-profile client accounts and delivering outstanding strategic advice.
• Cross sector expertise required - desirable sectors include property & Infrastructure, technology, consumer industries and financial services
• The ability to operate at pace, navigating complex regulatory and political environments.
• A collaborative and supportive approach to leadership, with a commitment to developing others.
• An entrepreneurial mindset and appetite to be part of a consultancy scaling rapidly.
• Excellent cross party connections
• Strong commercial skills - including driving new business and organic revenue growth.

Why join?

This consultancy offers the chance to be part of something genuinely exciting: a fast-growing, values-led business, working with some of the world’s most high-profile companies. The environment is thoughtful, supportive, and ambitious—where talented people are trusted, empowered, and given the freedom to do their best work. For the right candidate, it represents a career-defining move.