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Director EU Government Affairs

Paris, Île-de-France Permanent €135,000 - €150,000 per year View Job Description
Director of EU Government Affairs (France, Belgium, and Luxembourg -FBL) for a global financial services firm bases in Paris
  • Director of EU Government Affairs based in Paris.
  • Government affairs, policy, payments, banking, fintech, tech

About Our Client

The employer is a large organisation within the financial services sector, recognised for its expertise and commitment to innovation. They operate on a global scale, offering robust solutions and services to support the evolving needs of their clients and stakeholders.

Job Description

I am recruiting a Director of EU Government Affairs (France, Belgium, and Luxembourg - FBL) for a global financial services firm based in Paris. You will:

  • Develop and execute a clear, comprehensive, and well‑documented FBL GA strategy, aligned with Europe's broader advocacy and engagement priorities and fully integrated with the FBL regional strategy.
  • Deliver localized and effective strategic engagement, building trusted long-term relationships across governments, regulators, industry bodies, clients, and other stakeholders to manage geopolitical and regulatory risks and support future growth.
  • Protect the businesses "right to operate" across the FBL markets and shape policy environments that support sustainable business growth in line with the companies 2030 strategy.
  • Provide strategic counsel to internal leadership and clients, effectively articulating risks, opportunities, and policy dynamics.



The Successful Applicant

You will have:

  • 10-12 years of experience in relevant corporate roles, government agencies/regulators, or consulting in related sectors.
  • Experience in the payments industry, banking, fintech, tech or other highly regulated market.
  • Demonstrated experience in government relations and public affairs.
  • An established network of regulators, policymakers, and key stakeholders in the FBL markets.
  • Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, including at C‑suite level.
  • Proven strategic thinking, initiative, and proactive engagement skills, with the ability to provide strategic counsel to senior leadership.
  • Ability to operate effectively in a dynamic, fast-paced environment and adapt engagement strategies to evolving policy and business landscapes.
  • Leadership experience and people‑management capabilities.
  • Experience in crisis management and response.



What's on Offer

  • Competitive annual salary between €135,000 and €150,000 PA DOE, car allowance, bonus and equity
  • Permanent position offering stability and long-term career growth.
  • Opportunities to work in a global financial services organisation.
  • Comprehensive benefits package to support your wellbeing.
  • Engaging and professional work environment in London.



Contact
Kas Rothwell
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JN-032026-6964546

Job summary

Function
Policy, Economics & Regulatory Affairs
Subsector
Policy, Economics & Regulatory Affairs Subsector
Industry
Financial Services
Location
Paris
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Kas Rothwell
Job reference
JN-032026-6964546
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Based in London, UK EMA Lead of Regulated Markets & Advisory Services with a focus on Policy, Regulation, Economics, Public Affairs, Government Relations, Asset Managment, Infrastructure, Strategy, Non Executive

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