Public Affairs & Campaigns · London & Paris
The Prose helps scaling businesses and purpose-driven organisations navigate complex regulatory landscapes, mitigate political risk, and unlock public sector markets.
"You understand your product. I understand the system that decides whether it ever reaches the people you built it for."Esther, Founder, The Prose
The Founder
A bilingual professional operating across London and Paris, Esther founded The Prose on a simple but powerful observation: the most ambitious businesses are being shaped by policy decisions they have no visibility of and no voice in.
Her background is not in corporate administration. It is in government, politics and public affairs. These are environments where a missed detail has real consequences, where complexity must be held without losing sight of what matters, and where strategy and delivery must coexist under pressure.
She has managed ministerial inboxes, coordinated national campaigns, handled political stakeholder relationships at the highest levels, and briefed senior leaders in some of the most demanding environments there are. That standard is what The Prose is built on.
"Public affairs is not about knowing everyone. It is about knowing who matters, what they need to hear, and when they are listening."
Working with a small number of clients at a time, Esther brings that same rigour, discretion and precision to the founders and business owners who need it most, getting them into the right rooms and ensuring their interests are heard where it counts.
Why This Matters
For high-growth companies, a sudden shift in government policy or an unexpected regulatory hurdle is not just an inconvenience. It is a commercial risk that can delay product launches, stall funding rounds, or block market access.
If you do not have a dedicated, in-house public affairs team, navigating the complexities of Westminster, local government, or Whitehall can feel impossible. The Prose acts as your fractional Public Affairs Director, ensuring you know what is coming before it arrives, protecting your reputation, and positioning your business to win.
Our Expertise
Horizon Scanning & Political Monitoring
We track upcoming legislation, white papers, and regulatory updates, giving your executive board the foresight to pivot early and manage risk.
Stakeholder & Government Engagement
We open the right doors, helping you build credible, long-term relationships with key political decision-makers, commissioners, and industry regulators.
Market Access & Procurement Strategy
We guide you through complex public sector frameworks, ensuring your innovations are positioned perfectly to shape consultations and secure contracts.
Cross-Border Advisory (London & Paris)
For businesses expanding internationally, we provide strategic positioning to navigate differing regulatory environments across the UK and Europe.
How We Work Together
The Entry Points
Start Here
Not a sales call.
Just clarity.
Two-Week Project
For scaling firms
without a PA team.
The Monthly Retainers
Entry Level
"You know what is coming before it arrives."
What's Included
Monthly · Reviewed quarterly · Adjustable
Most Popular
"You are in the room when decisions are made."
What's Included
Monthly · Reviewed quarterly · Adjustable
Full Partnership
"Your external public affairs director."
What's Included
Monthly · Reviewed quarterly · Adjustable
Monthly retainers · 3-month minimum commitment
Packages reviewed quarterly as your needs evolve
The Prose works with a small number of clients at a time
Clarity Session recommended · fee credited on retainer start
How It Works
Book a Clarity Session
In 90 minutes, we identify where policy is impacting your business and what to do about it. You receive a concise written report within 24 hours, covering key risks, immediate opportunities, and a clear recommended direction.
Choose Your Package
Based on what we uncover, the right level of engagement becomes obvious. Always tailored to your specific situation, your market, and where you want to be.
We Begin
Agreement signed, payment made, we move immediately. Onboarding is smooth and designed to create momentum from day one. Nothing falls through the cracks.
The Prose works with a small number of clients at a time. If you are ready to explore whether there is a fit, the best place to start is a conversation.
Book a Call"Policy will happen to you either way. The only choice is whether you had a say in it."Esther, Founder of The Prose · London & Paris