We’re delighted to announce the launch of our Shaping Corporate Affairs & Communications Report 2026.
Drawing on insights from more than 100 senior Corporate Affairs & Communications leaders across the UK, this new report provides a data-driven snapshot of how functions are structured, resourced and evolving in today’s increasingly complex environment.
Download now to explore the latest trends, challenges and opportunities shaping the profession.
What is the Shaping Corporate Affairs & Communications Report?
The Shaping Corporate Affairs & Communications Report is VMA Group’s latest insight report for the UK Corporate Affairs and Communications profession. Based on original research with senior leaders across multiple sectors, it provides a unique benchmark of how teams are operating today and where the function is heading next.
The report explores key topics including team structures and reporting lines, headcount and resourcing trends, skills and capability development, AI adoption, strategic priorities and future challenges.
The findings reveal a profession that continues to expand its strategic influence, while navigating increasing pressure from stakeholder scrutiny, regulatory complexity, resource constraints and rapid technological change. AI literacy emerges as one of the most significant capability gaps, highlighting both the opportunities and challenges facing the sector.
Whether you’re building a team, developing capability, planning for the future or benchmarking your function against peers, this report offers valuable insight into the current state of Corporate Affairs & Communications in the UK.
We hope you find the insights valuable.
