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Whether it’s managing reputation, navigating stakeholder expectations or delivering clear, consistent messaging, corporate affairs professionals sit at the heart of modern business strategy. These roles are no longer just about press releases and crisis response. They’re about building influence, protecting brand value and supporting long-term goals.
Our team of specialist consultants understand the evolving nature of corporate affairs and communications. With experience across sectors and markets, we’re trusted by global organisations to find the people who can tell their stories well.
Contact us today to recruit corporate affairs and communications leaders.
Explore our wider expertise in ESG recruitment or learn more about our sustainability recruitment services.
What does a corporate affairs role typically involve?
While responsibilities vary from business to business, corporate affairs and communications professionals are usually tasked with protecting and promoting a company’s reputation.
Key activities might include:
- Developing corporate messaging and media strategies
- Managing relationships with stakeholders, investors, policymakers and the public
- Navigating issues and crisis and reputation management
- Overseeing internal communications and employee engagement
- Driving ESG communications, sustainability reporting and thought leadership
In many organisations, these roles are closely aligned with the executive team and play a key role in strategic decision-making.
Why are corporate affairs and communications roles important?
Trust is now one of the most valuable assets a business can have. That’s why good corporate affairs and communications professionals are in such high demand.
They help organisations:
- Navigate complex political and regulatory landscapes
- Communicate clearly with customers, employees and investors
- Respond confidently to scrutiny and crisis
- Share meaningful progress on sustainability and ESG commitments
- Align brand and reputation with business strategy
- In a world that’s increasingly transparent and connected, communications teams are essential for ensuring that companies not only do the right thing - but are also seen to be doing it.
What kinds of roles do we recruit for?
We recruit corporate affairs and communications professionals into permanent, interim and executive-level positions. These include:
- Directors of Corporate Affairs
- Heads of Communications or Public Affairs
- Internal Communications Specialists
- ESG and Sustainability Communications Leads
- Reputation and Crisis Management Advisors
- Policy and Stakeholder Engagement Professionals
Our clients span multiple industries, including financial services, energy, consumer goods, professional services and beyond. Many of these vacancies sit within the growing market for communication jobs, stakeholder engagement jobs, and specialist public affairs hiring needs.
Who do we work with?
We work with organisations that require support in corporate affairs, communications and stakeholder engagement. These typically include:
- Multinational companies operating across complex regulatory or stakeholder landscapes
- Growing and mid-sized businesses developing their corporate affairs or communications capability
- NGOs and mission-driven organisations seeking to strengthen external and internal communications
- Professional services firms that require specialists to support clients or internal teams
Across these groups, organisations often look for professionals who can help them communicate clearly, engage stakeholders effectively and support broader business objectives.
What makes Acre different?
Our approach is shaped by sector knowledge, established networks and a focus on understanding each organisation’s specific requirements. This enables us to provide recruitment support that is aligned with your business context and communication priorities.
Sector understanding
We have teams dedicated to corporate affairs, sustainability and ESG recruitment, allowing us to recognise the skills and experience that organisations commonly look for in these areas.
Established professional networks
Our work in this field gives us access to a broad pool of corporate affairs and communications professionals across different markets and industries.
Consultative approach
We take time to understand your organisation's objectives and the scope of each role so we can recommend suitable talent based on the criteria you define.
Focus on responsible business practices
Acre has a long-standing focus on roles connected to sustainability, impact and responsible business, which informs the way we support clients and candidates in the communications and corporate affairs space.
Is there strong demand for corporate affairs professionals?
Yes - more than ever. Companies are under growing pressure to communicate transparently, respond to stakeholder concerns, and demonstrate purpose and integrity. This has led to a surge in demand for corporate affairs, communications and ESG storytelling talent. Whether you’re looking to build a high-impact team or move into a new role yourself, we’re here to help.
Contact us today to recruit corporate affairs and communications leaders.
