Public Affairs Director
Manage the intersection of government, public policy, and corporate interests to shape regulatory outcomes
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Public Affairs Directors manage an organization's relationships with government officials, regulators, and public stakeholders. They develop policy positions, lead lobbying efforts, manage PACs, and shape the regulatory environment in which their organization operates. In 2026, public affairs encompasses AI regulation, ESG policy, trade policy, and digital governance across multiple jurisdictions. Industry Demand: high — regulatory complexity across AI, ESG, and data privacy drives demand
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