Public Affairs Recruitment Specialists in Abu Dhabi

Meet Hanson Search

Hanson Search is an award-winning, leading global talent consultancy, executive search, and recruitment agency specialising in public affairs talent. We support organisations in hiring business-critical public affairs roles in Abu Dhabi.

Why partner with Hanson Search for public affairs recruitment Abu Dhabi?

Public affairs goals are at the forefront of every organisation’s agenda in Abu Dhabi, especially given the emirate’s position as the capital of the UAE and its ambitious Economic Vision. Hiring the right professionals is more important than ever, particularly in fast-growing divisions.

We have a dedicated team of consultants with in-depth knowledge of the public affairs landscape in Abu Dhabi. All our candidates are experts in driving public affairs strategies, managing stakeholder relations, and creating meaningful dialogue between organisations, government, and the public. Our expert consultants comes with both industry-specific experience and professional recruitment credentials. And, our processes are specifically designed to help you get the very best results.

Our public affairs recruitment team specialises in:

  • C-suite recruitment and executive search, including roles such as Chief Public Affairs Officer, or other C-suite positions which encompass public affairs
  • Government relations and policy advocacy roles
  • Stakeholder engagement, lobbying, and public policy positions

Contact us to find your next public affairs hire

If you are looking to hire or need advice on the role of a public affairs professional in Abu Dhabi,  get in touch with our expert team today.

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Introducing
Our Experts

Our team possesses a unique blend of industry expertise, advanced recruitment acumen, and professional assessment skills on a global scale. With an in-depth understanding of the market, we are perfectly positioned to help you hire the best talent that you need

  • Global CEO, Regional Head of MENA

    Alice Weightman

    Alice Weightman: CEO, Global Executive Search Leader, and UAE Market Expert: Alice Weightman is the Founder and CEO of Hanson...
  • UK & Europe Managing Partner, Global Head of Public Affairs

    Janie Emmerson

    Janie Emmerson: Janie leads Hanson Search’s UK & European based teams. From the London office, she guides and supports their...
  • Principal consultant, Sales & Marketing

    Nils Gerardin

    Nils Gerardin: Nils Geradin is a seasoned executive search and recruitment consultant with nearly ten years of experience placing senior-level...
  • Managing Partner, MENA

    Felice Hurst

    Felice Hurst: With nearly twenty years of experience in search and recruitment, and a decade of experience working in MENA,...
  • Managing Partner, Global Head of Corporate Affairs

    Katie Simpson

    Katie Simpson: Having previously spent 10 years in communications, Katie brings real industry insights into the hiring process. Taking her...
  • Partner, Global Head of Healthcare & Communications

    Amy Hayer

    Amy Hayer: Amy brings over 15 years of experience in executive search, with a focus on healthcare communications and international...

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    Leadership Lessons with Fraser Raleigh, Managing Director of Public Affairs and Government Relations at SEC Newgate

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    By Daisy Hughes
  • Career

    Public Affairs

    Leadership Lessons with Jo Tanner, Senior Director at APCO Worldwide

    By Janie Emmerson
  • C-suite & Advisory

    Career

    Public Affairs

    Leadership Lessons with Joe Chapman, Group Head of Public Affairs at MAG (Manchester Airports Group)

    By Peter Ferguson
  • C-suite & Advisory

    Career

    Public Affairs

    Leadership Lessons with Jess Frost, Partner and co-head of PA, Headland Consultancy

    By Janie Emmerson
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    Recruitment

    Peter Ferguson, Meet the Consultant

    By Hanson Search