Emperor
navigates ESEF
Seamless compliance without disrupting
established client workflows.
Company size
200+ employees
Headquarters
London, UK
Industry
Corporate communications & reporting
Use cases with ARKK
ESEF
Solution
ARKK provided a flexible, tailored approach, including a dedicated French-speaking consultant to support Emperor’s clients through the transition without disrupting established workflows.
Outcome
Emperor successfully adapted to the new ESEF requirements while maintaining continuity for their international clients, ensuring a seamless and compliant reporting process.
100%
compliance with ESEF regulations
0
disruption to existing client workflows
Details
Navigating ESEF compliance without process disruptions
Founded in 1997 as a two-person operation, Emperor has grown into the UK’s leading corporate communications agency, supporting international clients across Europe, Russia, and the Middle East. From financial reporting to digital communications and ESG strategies, Emperor’s services are relied upon by a global client base.
With the introduction of new ESEF regulations in France, Emperor faced a challenge: they needed a compliance solution that wouldn’t interfere with the well-established workflows their clients depended on. As Valentin Ramousse, Head of International Business Development at Emperor, explained, “the whole pitching process was about the ESEF regulation and which agency could offer the best solution.”
Beyond basic ESEF tagging, Emperor required a partner that understood the nuances of the French market while ensuring a frictionless transition for their clients.
A flexible and client-focused approach
ARKK stood out by providing an adaptable solution that fit seamlessly into Emperor’s existing operations. Instead of overhauling established processes, ARKK worked within them, minimising disruption for Emperor’s clients.
“When the ESEF rule arrived it disturbed everyone’s process, and what was really useful with ARKK was that you didn’t disturb our process further.”
– Valentin Ramousse, Head of International Business Development, Emperor
To further ease the transition, ARKK assigned a French-speaking consultant with deep expertise in France’s ESEF regulations. This allowed Emperor to confidently delegate client communications, knowing their clients would receive precise, localised guidance.
“Having a consultant like that is really reassuring – someone that knows all the rules and regulations in France and can speak French.”
– Valentin Ramousse
Ensuring compliance across multiple jurisdictions
With the shift to digital reporting under ESEF, Emperor needed expert support to help clients adapt efficiently. ARKK’s multi-jurisdictional expertise ensured that regulatory complexities were handled smoothly, allowing Emperor to focus on delivering high-quality corporate reporting.
By taking on the specialised and time-consuming aspects of ESEF compliance, ARKK enabled Emperor to maintain its high standards without diverting internal resources. This approach not only safeguarded compliance but also reinforced trust with Emperor’s clients.