Director of Public Affairs

director, public affairs Join Randstad in Brussels or Amsterdam, to lead policy strategy for the world's most equitable and specialized talent company. You will navigate the 2026 European legislative landscape, transforming regulatory risks into business opportunities. We offer a high-impact role with an Employee Share Purchase Plan, hybrid work 2026 flexibility, and a specialized global network. how you will contribute Are you ready to shape the future of work? Randstad is seeking a Director, Public Affairs to serve as our primary external face in the European Union. In this strategic leadership role, you won't just monitor legislation; you will drive the advocacy that enables our mission to be the world's most equitable and specialized talent company. how will you influence European policy? As the Director, you are a recognized expert solving unique problems within the complex European legislative framework. Strategic Advocacy: Lead high-stakes negotiations with senior government officials and regulators in EU institutions to protect Randstad's business interests. Entity-Specific Impact: Represent Randstad's interests within the World Employment Confederation (WEC) and engage with multilateral bodies like the OECD and IOE. Legislative Intelligence: Oversee robust systems to identify regulatory opportunities before they become mandates, ensuring Randstad remains a leader in the human resources industry. what is the required background? We are looking for a strategic leader with: In-depth Expertise: A proven track record in European Public Affairs and a deep understanding of the political and regulatory landscape. Strategic Impact: Experience managing unique problems that have a significant impact on an organization's resource allocation and direction. Diplomacy: Exceptional communication skills for high-stakes negotiation and the ability to influence at the executive and board level. what are the hybrid work options? We recognize that "flexibility with intentionality" is the baseline for top-tier talent in the current market. Our hybrid work 2026 model for the Brussels HQ involves a balanced presence in the office to facilitate high-stakes stakeholder meetings, with the remaining days worked remotely. To support your productivity, we provide a generous budget for home office setups and a net monthly internet allowance. Location - Brussels OR Amsterdam Work model - Hybrid work 2026 Travel - Up to 20% European travel required Total Rewards - Competitive salary + Employee Share Purchase Plan (ESPP) Flexibility - Flexible benefit budget + Sabbatical leave options Core Mission - Advancing equitable labor markets and legislative excellence what specialized benefits do we offer? Randstad is committed to a "pay for performance" culture with transparent and equitable talent company standards. Wealth Sharing: Take part in Randstad's success through our Employee Share Purchase Plan, allowing you to build long-term value alongside the company. Personal Growth: Access a flexible benefit budget to customize your rewards, whether that means buying extra holiday days or investing in specialized skill-building. Work-Life Harmony: Beyond standard leave, we offer the option for sabbatical leave and provide paid volunteering leave to give back to local communities. join the world's most equitable and specialized talent company. At Randstad, we combine our passion for people with the power of today's technologies. If you are ready to drive the Partner for Talent strategy from the heart of Europe, we invite you to apply. Contact: Reach out to our Recruitment Business Partner, Jenny Roberts, for the full job spec and a confidential discussion.