Connecting you with specialist talent for regulatory, policy, and stakeholder leadership
Government Relations Executive Search is essential for organisations operating in complex regulatory, political, and policy-driven environments. With over 20 years of experience in headhunting, executive search, and strategic talent advisory, Hanson Search partners with businesses and institutions worldwide — including London, Paris, the UAE, and the US — to identify and secure top-tier government relations talent. We connect clients with professionals who bring the insight, networks, and strategic perspective needed to influence decision-making, manage stakeholder relationships, and protect both reputational and commercial interests.
Why Government Relations Talent Is Business Critical
In today’s fast-changing global landscape, government relations is no longer just about access — it’s about strategy, influence, and risk management. Whether you’re navigating new regulation, engaging policymakers, or building long-term trust with public stakeholders, the right leadership can drive measurable value.
We specialise in government relations recruitment that delivers results across industries and geographies.
Government Relations Roles We Recruit
Our Government Relations Executive Search team places mid-to-senior leadership roles including:
Head of Government Relations
Director of External Affairs
Vice President of Public Policy
Regulatory Affairs Director
Senior Stakeholder Engagement Manager
Public Sector and Political Risk Advisor
We also support the structuring of in-house policy and advocacy teams to align with corporate strategy, ESG priorities, and geopolitical context.
Government Relations Executive Search by Sector
Our clients span a wide range of regulated and strategically sensitive sectors. We place GR professionals in:
Energy and Sustainability – from net-zero policy to ESG regulation
Healthcare and Life Sciences – managing access, innovation, and compliance
Financial Services and Fintech – influencing policy across markets
Technology and Telecoms – navigating data, privacy, and AI regulation
Infrastructure, Transport, and Mobility – building future-facing policy teams
Aerospace and Defence – working in high-stakes, secure-policy environments
Our recruiters understand the nuances of each sector and how government relations fits within broader business, legal, and reputational frameworks.
Our Global Government Relations Network
With teams working in London, Europe, the UAE, and the US, we operate across key political centres — from Westminster and Washington to Brussels and Abu Dhabi. Our government relations executive search work extends to multinational corporations, sovereign entities, trade associations, consultancies, and NGOs.
Our candidate network is global, diverse, and actively engaged in policy, politics, and public affairs.
Why Choose Us for Government Relations Executive Search?
20+ years of experience in senior-level GR, policy, and corporate affairs recruitment
In-depth knowledge of political structures and institutional dynamics across global markets
Strategic talent advisory including succession planning, team design, and market benchmarking
Proven success in hiring GR leaders for high-growth, high-risk, and heavily regulated environments
B Corp certified — committed to ethical, inclusive, and insight-led hiring processes
We’re not just recruiters — we’re partners in building your public positioning and influence infrastructure.
Ready to Start Your Government Relations Search?
If you’re hiring in government relations — whether for a new regional lead, a regulatory strategist, or a full stakeholder engagement team — we can help. Our government relations executive search service is designed to deliver leadership that aligns with your policy goals, stakeholder priorities, and organisational values.
Meet our team of specialist consultants to learn how we work, or explore our latest insights to stay informed on hiring trends, market shifts, and the evolving role of government affairs in business strategy.
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Katie Cubbon: Katie manages internal recruitment at Hanson Search, while also overseeing office management and business operations. With experience across...
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