Senior Communications Advisor

Senior Communications Advisor

(1-year Contract, Offering the Potential for Extension or Conversion to a Permanent Role)

WSBI-ESBG – World Savings and Retail Banking Institute – European Savings and Retail Banking Group

Brussels, Belgium

Job Description

Under the guidance of the Head of Communications Department, the Senior Communications Advisor will play a pivotal role within our closely-knit team, actively contributing to the development and execution of communication strategies tailored to engage a diverse global audience.

The position demands a high degree of autonomy, requiring initiative, creativity, and adaptability to drive successful outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

Content Development and Review:

• Spearhead the creation and management of ESBG’s weekly and monthly digital newsletters, ensuring alignment with industry trends and organizational goals;
• Oversee the production of the Financial News and Views Newspaper, the flagship quarterly printed publication of the institute by leading the process from A to Z in coordination with external service providers;
• Take charge of crafting and curating WSBI’s global newsletter; showcasing the organization’s initiatives and achievements;
• Provide meticulous review and editing of content generated by the advocacy team, ensuring accuracy, clarity, and adherence to regulatory guidelines before publication on the corporate website;
• Contribute to the creation of all written promotional materials from brochures to leaflets and in most cases take the lead;
• Contribute to the management of the social media channels of the Joint Office (LinkedIn, X, Instagram).

Media Relations:

• Lead the development, editing, and distribution of press releases and media advisories;
• Effectively manage incoming media inquiries, coordinating interviews with organizational spokespeople, and maintaining positive relationships with key media outlets.

Miscellaneous:

• Support the creation of high-profile content in the context of the 100^th Years Celebrations of WSBI and the World Congress to be held in October 2024;
• Collaborate closely with the Digital Communications Advisor to synchronize content with online strategies, optimizing engagement across digital platforms;
• Support the Digital Communications Advisor and the Events Advisor in events-related content creation when needed;
• Regularly analyse and report on statistics related to the products, providing insights to enhance communication effectiveness.

Profile

• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Communications or similar fields;
• A minimum 5 years of relevant and proven hands-on experience in creating communication content to support organizational goals;
• Mother tongue-like proficiency in English (a written test is foreseen;. Knowledge of other European languages (such as French or Spanish) would be an asset;
• Excellent writing and proof-reading skills, creativity and the ability to present complex technical matters simply;
• High degree of autonomy, requiring initiative, and adaptability to drive successful outcomes;
• Attention to detail, and the ability to take initiative and flourish in a fast-paced and dynamic environment;
• Confident user of creative communication tools such as JungleMail, Canva, PowerPoint, Adobe Creative Suite;
• Flexibility, and the ability to work well both individually, and as part of a team.

Desirable:

• Knowledge of EU institutions and decision-making processes;
• Previous experience in the banking industry or a trade association might be considered an additional asset.

What we offer

• Competitive remuneration with additional benefits (Group insurance, Health insurance, meal voucher, extra legal holidays);
• A permanent contract (CDI) under the Belgian law;
• Multi-cultural, dynamic work environment in Brussels;
• Room for creative ideas and initiative.

How to Apply

Candidates who wish to apply should submit the following information by email before the 4^th of February to hr@savings-banks.com:

• A cover letter, clearly highlighting your motivation for the position, explaining your strengths as well as availability to join;
• A current CV;
• Some written samples (press releases, articles, social media posts etc.).