Senior Public Affairs Lead — Netherlands Growth

Rud Pedersen; Amstelveen; On-site; EUR 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Rud Pedersen’s Amsterdam office is seeking an experienced Public Affairs Partner to manage existing client accounts and lead growth for corporate clients in energy, environment, healthcare and technology. You will develop strategic public affairs programmes and collaborate with our European teams to maximise impact.

Responsibilities include expanding the client portfolio, leading proposals and pitches, coaching staff, and setting budgets.

Qualifications

• 5–7 years’ experience in public affairs within a Dutch context.
• Experience in a Public Affairs consultancy or equivalent inhouse/industry association role.
• Significant network of national policymakers and stakeholders in the Netherlands.
• Fluent in Dutch and English.

Responsibilities

• Managing and developing a portfolio of client accounts in relevant sectors.
• Leading client programmes that integrate public affairs and communications strategies across Europe.
• Creating and developing innovative client service offerings.
• Leading on new business proposals and pitches, and leading support teams.
• Engaging with colleagues to develop and implement marketing strategies within the sector.
• Coaching staff and identifying new talent as required.
• Setting and managing budgets to effectively support client projects.

Skills

Public affairs

Leadership

Business development

Strategic thinking

Client management

Networking

Team coaching

Job description

Rud Pedersen’s Amsterdam office is seeking an experienced Public Affairs Partner to manage existing client accounts and lead growth for corporate clients in energy, environment, healthcare and technology. You will develop strategic public affairs programmes and collaborate with our European teams to maximise impact.

Responsibilities include expanding the client portfolio, leading proposals and pitches, coaching staff, and setting budgets.