Director, International Public Affairs, Strategy

If you’re looking for a career where you can make a real impression, join HSBC and discover how valued you’ll be.

HSBC is one of the largest banking and financial services organisations in the world, with operations in 64 countries and territories. We aim to be where the growth is, enabling businesses to thrive and economies to prosper, and, ultimately, helping people to fulfil their hopes and realise their ambitions.

We are currently seeking an experienced professional to join our team in the role of Director, International Public Affairs, Strategy.

Group Public Affairs (GPA) co-ordinates HSBC’s work on public policy issues affecting the bank. GPA works closely with Global Businesses and Functions and supports the Group Chief Executive and Group Chairman, and other senior executives, as necessary. The postholder reports to the Group Head of Public Affairs and works in close partnership with colleagues across the function and the Group to track international political and policy developments, and to help shape and execute strategic external engagement to build relationships, support a joined-up approach across the Group’s public affairs priorities, promote understanding of the firm and manage risks to the firm’s business strategy. The role holder will promote HSBC as a valued interlocutor on policy issues and equip senior executives with messages and insights to enable them to represent HSBC’s interests.

As an HSBC employee in the UK, you will have access to tailored professional development opportunities and a competitive pay and benefits package. This includes private healthcare for all UK-based employees, enhanced maternity and adoption pay and support when you return to work, and a contributory pension scheme with a generous employer contribution.

In this role you will:

• Monitor, track and identify international political and policy developments of relevance to the firm and provide insight and updates to internal stakeholders in coordination with relevant colleagues.
• Work with colleagues across the Group Public Affairs team to ensure an effective and joined-up approach on key public affairs priorities across the Group.
• Develop external engagement strategies, including scripts and stakeholder targets, to promote the interests of the firm with leading international politicians, policy makers and thought leaders.
• Develop and manage a strong internal and external network and work in partnership with colleagues in GPA and across the Group.

To be successful in this role you should meet the following requirements:

• Strong understanding of current issues in international relations and their implications for multinational firms, including financial services providers.
• Insight into the political and policy environments in key markets including the US and China.
• Proven track record of building and maintaining a strong network of external stakeholders.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, and the ability to distil complex information into clear, succinct, and accessible briefing and reporting for senior executives.
• Experience of working within Government, think tanks or economic consultancies, or in a public affairs role in another multinational company.

This role is based in London on a hybrid basis.

Being open to different points of view is important for our business and the communities we serve. At HSBC, we’re dedicated to creating diverse and inclusive workplaces - no matter their gender, ethnicity, disability, religion, sexual orientation, or age. We are committed to removing barriers and ensuring careers at HSBC are inclusive and accessible for everyone to be at their best. We take pride in being a Disability Confident Leader and will offer an interview to people with disabilities, long term conditions or neurodivergent candidates who meet the minimum criteria for the role.

If you have a need that requires accommodations or changes during the recruitment process, please get in touch with our Recruitment Helpdesk:

Email: hsbc.recruitment@hsbc.com

Telephone: +44 207 832 8500