Senior Public Affairs Director

Edelman is a voice synonymous with trust, reimagining a future where the currency of communication is action. Our culture thrives on three promises: boldness is possibility, empathy is progress, and curiosity is momentum. 

At Edelman, we understand diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging (DEIB) transform our colleagues, our company, our clients, and our communities. We are in relentless pursuit of an equitable and inspiring workplace that is respectful of all, reflects and represents the world in which we live, and fosters trust, collaboration and belonging.

We have an exciting new opportunity to join Edelman Argentina as a Senior Public Affairs Director!

We currently operate under a hybrid work model, with 3 days in the office and 2 days working remotely.

📍 Our office is located in Palermo, Buenos Aires.

Below, you will find the key responsibilities and requirements for this position.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop public affairs strategies aligned with our clients' business objectives.
• Provide strategic counsel on regulatory, political, and reputational matters.
• Monitor the political and regulatory landscape, identifying emerging trends and delivering actionable insights to clients.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with government officials, regulatory authorities, and other key stakeholders.
• Contribute to new business development initiatives and the growth of existing client accounts.
• Oversee project execution, ensuring high-quality deliverables and adherence to deadlines.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously, collaborating effectively with internal teams.
• Support the development of integrated communications strategies and campaigns.
• Foster a collaborative working environment, demonstrating sound judgment, strategic thinking, and a results-oriented mindset.
  

Requirements

• At least 10 years of experience in public affairs, government relations, or strategic communications.
• Previous experience in agencies, the public sector, corporate environments, or consulting firms.
• Strong understanding of Argentina's political, institutional, and regulatory landscape.
• Proven experience in client relationship management and handling multiple projects simultaneously.
• Interest or experience in business development, commercial initiatives, and account growth.
• Bachelor's degree in Political Science, Communications, International Relations, Law, or a related field.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to thrive in dynamic environments and work collaboratively across teams.
• Advanced (fluent) English proficiency, both written and spoken.

We are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t perfectly align with every qualification, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.