Established in 2016, the EIU's Public Policy Consulting practice specialises in evidence-based insights that create impact by building awareness and influencing policy on the biggest issues facing our world. We do this by connecting organizations' strategies to policy aims and delivering solutions that empower clients to shape policy issues with influencers inside and outside government. Uniquely, we combine the depth of a think tank with the reach of a global media company. Our clients include leading companies, governments and non-profits. Director, Public Affairs Job Locations United States-DC-Washington ID 2019-5503 Function Consulting Introduction Established in 2016, the EIU's Public Policy Consulting practice specialises in evidence-based insights that create impact by building awareness and influencing policy on the biggest issues facing our world. We do this by connecting organizations' strategies to policy aims and delivering solutions that empower clients to shape policy issues with influencers inside and outside government. Uniquely, we combine the depth of a think tank with the reach of a global media company. Our clients include leading companies, governments and non-profits. The Public Policy Consulting practice is an entrepreneurial, high-growth, global team. Based in Washington, DC, the Director of Public Affairs will establish a new Public Affairs practice within The Economist Group. This is a new position reporting to the Global Director of Public Policy. The Director will provide senior-level counsel and assist clients in developing multi-faceted communications strategies to shape and inform the political and policy environment. A successful Director will be confident in an entrepreneurial environment, develop and innovate the practice's offerings, have the ability to secure and build strong client relationships and develop new business opportunities. This is both a hands-on and strategic leadership role. Accountabilities How you will contribute Practice Leadership * Establish Public Affairs practice strategy, including go-to-market strategy and people strategy * Identify and create synergies within The Economist Group for services and products * Effectively lead account teams on complex client communications challenges Client Delivery * Provide expert communications and/or advocacy counsel to clients in line with their respective business priorities * Manage overall quality and delivery of work on multiple accounts in a dynamic, fast-paced environment * Oversee client budgets, business strategy, and be accountable for client account profitability Business Development * Generate and lead new business development efforts * Identify emerging opportunities to add greater value for clients * Recognize and apply global and regional social, economic and other impactful policy trends, and translate those insights into actionable ideas * Possess, develop and maintain relationships with trade associations, non-profits, corporations and others to enhance and grow business Experience, skills and professional attributes The desirable skills for this role include: * Keen interest in global public policy issues, as well as a natural intellectual curiosity * A minimum of 10+ years of relevant experience developing and executing communications and advocacy strategies is ideal * Congressional, Executive Branch and/or trade association experience a plus * In-house corporate communications and/or communications firm experience a plus * Superior strategic thinking, writing, and presentation skills required Options Apply for this job onlineApply Share Email this job to a friendRefer Sorry the Share function is not working properly at this moment. 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We welcome applicants regardless of ethnic origin, national origin, gender, race, colour, religious beliefs, disability, sexual orientation or age. * Keen interest in global public policy issues, as well as a natural intellectual curiosity * A minimum of 10+ years of relevant experience developing and executing communications and advocacy strategies is ideal * Congressional, Executive Branch and/or trade association experience a plus * In-house corporate communications and/or communications firm experience a plus * Superior strategic thinking, writing, and presentation skills required Sorry the Share function is not working properly at this moment. Please refresh the page and try again later. Share on your newsfeed If this role matches your skills, experience and motivations then please submit your CV with a covering note identifying why you feel you would be a great addition to the team along with your salary expectations. In return, we provide a supportive and progressive environment with a wide range of opportunities for you to grow both personally and professionally. The Economist Group values diversity. We are committed to equal opportunities and creating an inclusive environment for all our employees. We welcome applicants regardless of ethnic origin, national origin, gender, race, colour, religious beliefs, disability, sexual orientation or age.