Crisis Communications Partner — Paris Growth Leader

Hanson Search Ltd; Paris; On-site; EUR 250,000 - 350,000; Full time

Job summary

Hanson Search Ltd. is partnering with an independent communications agency to appoint a Partner to grow its crisis communications practice in Paris. The role involves advising boards through crises, building a preparedness offer, and expanding the practice internationally from a Paris base.

You will join the partner group, work with founders and leadership, and shape the firm’s strategy with direct influence on growth and client mandates.

Qualifications

• Significant crisis communications experience advising boards and executives.
• Strong network across French media, lawyers and advisers.
• Entrepreneurial mindset with ability to build and scale a practice.

Responsibilities

• Lead the growth of the crisis communications practice in Paris.
• Define and deliver the strategy to expand the practice internationally.
• Advise CEOs, boards, general counsel and heads of communications in high-pressure situations.
• Lead crisis response on litigation, investigations, cyber incidents, social conflicts, and reputational attacks.
• Develop the preparedness offer including risk mapping, crisis manuals, simulations and media training.
• Originate and win new mandates with French and international clients.
• Build relationships with law firms, investment banks, insurers and other advisers in France and abroad.
• Develop partnerships or alliances with firms in other markets where relevant.
• Take ownership of commercial performance as the client portfolio grows.
• Recruit and develop a high-performing team as the practice grows.

Skills

Crisis communications

Business development

Leadership

French & English

Job description

Hanson Search Ltd. is partnering with an independent communications agency to appoint a Partner to grow its crisis communications practice in Paris. The role involves advising boards through crises, building a preparedness offer, and expanding the practice internationally from a Paris base.

You will join the partner group, work with founders and leadership, and shape the firm’s strategy with direct influence on growth and client mandates.