Global recruitment for corporate affairs, communications, and stakeholder leadership roles
Your Global Corporate Affairs Recruitment Partner
At Hanson Search, we are specialists in corporate affairs recruitment, connecting exceptional talent with leading in-house teams and consultancies worldwide. From FTSE-listed companies to high-growth ventures, we support organisations in hiring senior communications professionals who lead strategy, shape public perception, and build stakeholder trust.
Our consultants operate across key markets — including the London, Europe, the UAE and USA — offering deep sector knowledge and a strong global network. Whether you’re hiring for a permanent leadership role or seeking interim expertise, we deliver corporate affairs talent with the experience to drive impact in complex business environments.
Why Choose Hanson Search for Corporate Affairs Recruitment?
Corporate affairs is a strategic function that manages reputation, stakeholder relations, and communications at the highest level. Hiring the right leaders is critical — not only to protect your reputation, but to support commercial growth, influence policy, and foster internal alignment.
Our consultants bring a nuanced understanding of how corporate affairs works across sectors and regions. We work in partnership with clients to scope the right roles, identify culturally aligned candidates, and deliver a tailored executive search or recruitment process that reflects your priorities and values.
As a B Corp certified executive search firm, we are committed to responsible, inclusive, and transparent hiring that supports long-term impact.
Roles We Recruit
We support global recruitment across permanent, interim, and fractional roles, including:
Chief Communications Officer / Corporate Affairs Director
Public Affairs Consultants & Global Policy Advisors
Media Relations & Press Office Directors
Agency-side leadership roles in corporate and public affairs
We place senior-level corporate affairs professionals through our recruitment process who can operate across internal and external audiences, manage board-level communications, and advise on brand reputation during both stability and crisis.
A Trusted Name in Global Corporate Affairs Search
With more than 20 years of experience in communications and corporate affairs recruitment, our consultants are trusted by multinational organisations, government-backed entities, global consultancies, NGOs, and listed businesses alike.
We’ve built long-term partnerships with corporate affairs leaders and rising talent — offering our clients access to a global network of candidates, trusted referrals, and deep insights into market movements, salary trends, and team design.
Make Your Hire Today With Confidence
If you’re hiring for corporate affairs roles — or you’re a senior professional exploring new opportunities — get in touch. Whether you’re building a global function or strengthening your in-market presence, we’re here to support your search.
Contact the Hanson Search team to speak with a corporate affairs recruitment expert today.
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With a network spanning the UK, Europe, USA, and the Middle East, our team of recruitment consultants are experts in sourcing the best talent globally. Contact us to find your next hire, from PR pros to digital marketing experts and beyond.
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