Head of Public & Government Affairs

As Head of Public & Government Affairs at NN Group, you will lead a team that turns complex macro-economic and financial market developments into clear, actionable insights for our board. Your influence will extend beyond the organisation, helping to define our external positioning with Dutch and international regulators, policymakers, and opinion leaders. This is a role where strategic thinking meets impact, and where your leadership will help steer NN Group through a rapidly evolving landscape.

What you are going to do

• Track, analyse, and interpret political, regulatory, and economic trends that impact the financial sector and NN Group’s business
• Advise the board and senior management on risks, opportunities, solutions, and strategic responses—primarily through sharp, well-structured advice and briefings
• Develop and execute public affairs strategies that strengthen NN Group’s reputation and influence
• Build and maintain relationships with key (international) stakeholders: ministries, regulators (especially DNB and AFM), parliament, trade associations, and peers
• Manage NN Group’s national and international memberships and participation in relevant networks (e.g. Verbond van Verzekeraars, VNO-NCW, NVB, PEIF, EFR, Geneva Association, WEF)
• Coordinate and align external messaging and reporting on public affairs topics, both internally and externally
• Lead, coach, and develop a team of professionals

What we offer you
NN invests in an inclusive, inspiring work environment and in skills and competences for the future. We match this with employee benefits that are in line with what is needed today and in the future. This way, we offer our employees the opportunity to get the best out of themselves.

We offer you:

• Salary between € 10.006 and € 14.294 (40-hour working week) depending on your knowledge and experience
• 13th month and holiday allowance are paid with your monthly salary
• 27 vacation days for a 5-day working week and one Diversity Day
• A modern pension administered by BeFrank
• Plenty of training and learning opportunities
• A company car is provided in accordance with our lease policy
• Allowances for setting up your home office and for internet use

Who you are

You are friendly and approachable, consistently acting with integrity while maintaining professionalism and diplomacy, even under time pressure. You are a strong team player, equipped with problem-solving and issue management skills, and possess a keen eye for business interests. With an open mind and genuine interest in political, societal, and reputational matters, you excel at building and maintaining networks both within and outside the organisation. Your excellent stakeholder management skills enable you to think strategically, make sound decisions, and coordinate multiple projects simultaneously. As a self-starter, you have the ability to execute tasks quickly and with precision.

Key requirements:

• Academic degree in economics, political science, public administration, or a related field
• Extensive experience in public/government affairs, policy analysis, or a similar advisory role—preferably in the financial sector and / or relevant public sector organisations (ministries, supervisors)
• Strong macro-economic and financial market understanding: you can quickly connect market developments to political and regulatory realities
• Experience engaging with Dutch regulators (DNB, AFM) and understanding of their processes
• Insurance sector knowledge is a strong plus; you can quickly get to grips with specialist topics (risk, solvency, etc.)
• Excellent writing skills: you can distil complex issues into clear, concise, and persuasive memos and reports (in Dutch and English)
• Proven ability to advise at board level and operate in a high-pressure, high-stakes environment
• Experience leading a team and working cross-functionally
• Extensive network in The Hague and/or Brussels is a plus

Who you will work with

You will lead a small, skilled team of professionals, fostering their development and ensuring seamless coordination across projects. In this role, you will collaborate closely with NN Group’s senior management and board members, providing them with clear and strategic advice on public and government affairs.

Any questions?

If you have any questions about the job, you can reach out via phone or WhatsApp to Henk Huisman, Head of Public & Government Affairs via +31 6 55486699. Any questions about the process can be directed to Michèle Borsjé, Principal Talent Acquisition Specialist via +31 6 46360105.