Interim Public Affairs Directoron transition assignment
Le Directeur des Affaires Publiques de transition accompagne les entreprises dans leurs relations avec pouvoirs publics et institutions. Expert en influence, lobbying et communication institutionnelle, il défend les intérêts de l’entreprise, anticipe les évolutions réglementaires et construit un dialogue durable avec les décideurs. Faire appel à un manager de transition garantit réactivité et maîtrise des enjeux stratégiques.
Context and Challenges
Companies may face situations that require the expertise of a Transition Public Affairs Director:
- Anticipating new laws, European directives, and industry standards
- Defining and implementing an influence strategy with institutions
- Managing the company’s reputation and interests in the face of media or regulatory controversies
- Building a constructive dialogue with public authorities, associations, NGOs, and professional organizations
Key Objectives
The Transition Public Affairs Director acts as a strategic bridge to ensure the company’s voice and representation.
- Safeguard the company against regulatory changes and ensure compliance during a sensitive period
- Defend strategic interests by deploying targeted influence among public and private decision-makers
- Strengthen the company’s reputation and legitimacy as a responsible, transparent, and committed player
- Ensure continuity by structuring institutional relations and preparing the handover to the future incumbent
Roles and Assignments
A Transition Public Affairs Director structures the strategy, influence, crisis management, and internal training while ensuring effective regulatory monitoring.
- Diagnosis and Definition of Institutional Strategy Mapping key stakeholders, analyzing risks, and developing a public affairs roadmap.
- Influence and Lobbying Representation before institutions, building alliances with decision-makers, and legislative foresight to defend the company’s positions.
- Crisis Management and Institutional Communication Managing political and regulatory crises, strengthening institutional communication, and ensuring transparency with stakeholders.
- Training, Support, and Internal Governance Raising awareness among executives, providing regular reporting, and training teams on public affairs culture and issues.
- Regulatory Monitoring and Strategic Intelligence Structured monitoring, tracking weak signals, defining impact KPIs, and ensuring continuous improvement to refine strategy.
Why Engage One?
A Transition Public Affairs Director brings rare expertise and a network that can be mobilized immediately.
- Regulatory Foresight A Transition Public Affairs Director anticipates regulatory developments and ensures legal compliance to protect the company.
- Implementation of an Institutional Influence Strategy They deploy an effective influence strategy with institutions and key stakeholders.
- Reputation and Corporate Protection A Transition Public Affairs Director defends and enhances the company’s image to strengthen its reputation during the transition period.
- Sustainable Relations and Continuity They build lasting institutional relationships and ensure continuity before the arrival of a permanent executive.
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