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Pompiliu Tamas

Cluj Napoca

Summary

I am a seasoned professional with over 15 years of experience in international cooperation, public relations, and working with international organizations. I gained valuable expertise in engaging with senior policymakers, advocating for policy priorities, managing EU-funded projects, and providing strategic advice on external relations. I have a strong analytical background and years of experience in working for high-level officials on media relations, speech-writing, and in organizing successful visits and events.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience
4
4
Languages

Work History

Operations Director

APERIO INTELLIGENCE ROMANIA
08.2017 - 07.2025
  • Coordinated the preparation of reports published on the company's Financial Crime Digest platform, linking content with business development priorities.
  • Contributed to project proposals in collaboration with UK headquarters, aligning them with EU funding priorities.
  • Led the advocacy efforts with authorities (Government, Central Bank) through trade associations (AMCHAM, British Romanian Chamber of Commerce).
  • Enhanced client deliverables by refining analyst-prepared reports and presentations, ensuring accuracy and clarity, which directly supported better-informed client decision-making.
  • Oversaw the successful delivery of due diligence reports, ensuring accuracy and timeliness through close coordination with relevant teams, enhancing client confidence and satisfaction.
  • Designed and maintained weekly performance reports for analyst teams, tracking key metrics such as cases handled and resolution times, enabling improved resource allocation.
  • Implemented quality improvement of research and reporting on complex subjects in various high-risk jurisdictions.
  • Directed projects coordinating with cross-functional teams across Romania, Croatia, Slovenia, and Bulgaria, enhancing clients' understanding of the regulatory landscape in the Balkan region.
  • Implemented a peer review system for analyst reports, improving report accuracy and reliability and directly contributing to improved client satisfaction scores.

Managing Partner

KEYNOTE PUBLIC AFFAIRS, ROMANIA
08.2019 - 12.2023
  • Delivered and advised on engagement strategies with public authorities and stakeholders.
  • Mapped key influencers within Romanian government bodies involved in EU regulatory implementation, streamlining client engagement and issue resolution.
  • Facilitated workshops between clients and Romanian government officials to address concerns in national implementation of EU regulations, improving client's ability to navigate the regulatory landscape.
  • Offered timely insights and analysis to drive effective public affairs initiatives of large multinationals in Romania in regulated sectors (energy, pharmaceuticals and financial services)
  • Informed strategic decision-making during election campaigns through comprehensive analysis, raising awareness of key industry priorities among political decision makers.

Senior Political Officer

BRITISH EMBASSY BUCHAREST, ROMANIA
08.2007 - 08.2017
  • Engaged with senior Romanian policy makers and advocated in favour of UK policy priorities in the EU on financial services, energy or agriculture.
  • Prepared comprehensive media briefs and talking points for the Ambassador and senior officials, contributing to an improvement in public perception towards key initiatives.
  • Drafted speeches for UK senior diplomats and officials ahead of high level visits or events.
  • Contributed to the preparation of comprehensive briefing materials and talking points for UK Ministers, ensuring their preparedness for meetings with EU or Romanian officials.
  • Monitored and reported on key political, economic and commercial issues to senior stakeholders such as UK government officials or the Ambassador.
  • Drafted comprehensive briefing materials on various EU policies, ensuring that UK senior officials are well prepared for discussions with Romanian counterparts.
  • Developed clear and concise messaging on complex policy issues, enabling senior UK officials to effectively advocate for UK priorities during talks with Romanian government representatives.
  • Synthesized complex policy reports into timely briefs for senior UK officials, facilitating efficient preparation for meetings with Romanian government representatives.

Counsellor

SALAJ COUNTY PREFECTURE, ROMANIA
05.2005 - 08.2007
  • Initiated and managed EU funded projects in preparation of Romania’s accession to the EU.
  • Monitored the performance of local public services and authorities.
  • Advised the county prefect on external relations.

Education

Master of Advanced International Studies - International Economics, International Affairs

DIPLOMATIC ACADEMY OF VIENNA
Vienna
06.2004

Master of Comparative European Studies - Political Science

BABES-BOLYAI UNIVERSITY
Cluj-Napoca
06.2003

BA - Politics and Economics

UNIVERSITY OF YORK
York
07.2001

Skills

Strategic planning and execution

Business management

Performance analysis

Process improvements

Operations management

Business development

Decision-making

Leadership training

Resource allocation

Teamwork and collaboration

Websites

References

Peter, Thomas, former head of Political Section, thomasrwanda@yahoo.co.uk, UK Embassy Bucharest

Timeline

Managing Partner

KEYNOTE PUBLIC AFFAIRS, ROMANIA
08.2019 - 12.2023

Operations Director

APERIO INTELLIGENCE ROMANIA
08.2017 - 07.2025

Senior Political Officer

BRITISH EMBASSY BUCHAREST, ROMANIA
08.2007 - 08.2017

Counsellor

SALAJ COUNTY PREFECTURE, ROMANIA
05.2005 - 08.2007

Master of Advanced International Studies - International Economics, International Affairs

DIPLOMATIC ACADEMY OF VIENNA

Master of Comparative European Studies - Political Science

BABES-BOLYAI UNIVERSITY

BA - Politics and Economics

UNIVERSITY OF YORK

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