Head of Parliamentary & Regulatory Affairs (F/M) - Permanent contract

In the context of increasing political uncertainty and regulatory complexity, URW is creating a new strategic role to strengthen its ability to anticipate, influence and respond to legislative and regulatory developments impacting the business.

Reporting directly to the Group Director of Public Affairs, the Head of Parliamentary & Regulatory Affairs will lead the Group's regulatory intelligence, policy analysis and parliamentary engagement activities, in particular in Paris and Bruxelles.

This role combines policy expertise, stakeholder engagement and operational execution. It is designed for an experienced and highly driven public affairs professional who enjoys being at the centre of political and legislative developments, thrives in fast-moving environments and wants to have a direct impact on business outcomes.

The position offers direct exposure to senior management and the opportunity to shape the Group's and the sector's response to some of the most significant legislative and regulatory issues affecting retail, real estate and urban development.

1. Regulatory Intelligence & Legislative Monitoring

·       Lead the monitoring and analysis of legislative, regulatory and political developments, with a particular focus on Paris and Brussels, across the Group's key policy priorities, including taxation, retail, urban development, sustainability, security, mobility and digital regulation.

·       Identify emerging risks and opportunities to deliver timely, clear and actionable intelligence to business decision-makers.

·       Continuously strengthen the Group's regulatory intelligence capabilities, tools and processes.

·       Track legislative initiatives, amendments, consultations and regulatory reviews, working closely with trade associations and other relevant external stakeholders.

2. Policy Analysis & Advocacy

·       Analyse the political environment and assess its implications for the Group, with particular attention to major electoral cycles and key developments across its markets.

·       Assess the impact of legislative and regulatory developments on the Group's operations.

·       Develop and execute advocacy strategies, and coordinate responses to consultations and public policy initiatives across markets and functions.

·       Prepare position papers, policy recommendations, briefing notes and advocacy materials.

3. Parliamentary & Institutional Engagement

·       Develop and maintain strong relationships with parliamentarians, ministerial teams, regulators, public administrations and trade associations.

·       Represent the Group in relevant policy discussions, consultations and working groups.

·       Develop engagement strategies around priority legislative and regulatory initiatives, take ownership of their execution, and strengthen the Group’s positioning and influence on key policy matters.

4. Public Affairs Execution & Advocacy Campaign Management

·       Work closely with Tax, Legal, Sustainability, Communications, Operations, Security, Development and Business teams to ensure an integrated approach to regulatory issues.

·       Coordinate advocacy efforts across internal and external stakeholders, including through active engagement with sector trade associations, and ensure effective execution and follow-up.

·       Support the Group Director of Public Affairs in delivering priority advocacy campaigns and protecting the Group's interests.

We are looking for bold, committed and enthusiastic people from diverse backgrounds who are passionate and entrepreneurial, bring positive energy and are results-oriented. We offer a collaborative, inclusive culture that fosters excellence, autonomy, innovation and collective power for all our team members. Harnessing the power of human connection is a cornerstone for us, and our vibrant working culture enhances collaboration and helps unlock even greater potential across our business and teams.

We provide an environment where one can grow and evolve. We see internal movement and international mobility as cornerstones for further growth. In our culture of continuous learning, talented and inspiring people can quickly become leaders.

We believe diversity plays an essential part in the success of our business, and we are committed to creating an environment which respects, values, celebrates and makes the most of people’s individual differences. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or other legally protected characteristics.

If you are looking for intellectually stimulating assignments, real ownership, teamwork and the opportunity to make a tangible impact at the intersection of business and public policy, we encourage you to apply.

Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield is committed to equal opportunities and values diversity in backgrounds, experiences, and skills. We believe diversity is a key driver of our success and are dedicated to creating an environment that respects, values, celebrates, and leverages individual differences. As a signatory of the Diversity Charter, Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield evaluates every application fairly and without discrimination based on disability, age, gender, ethnic origin, religion, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law.