Account Director Public Affairs, Sustainability Team

Brussels, Belgium

Published

02/11/2025

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Account Director Public Affairs, Sustainability team

 

What’s Happening?

Weber Shandwick Brussels creates world-class work and word’s got out…Our reputation for delivering engaging campaigns that strike up conversations between policy makers and companies means we’re working with an enviable client list across a diverse range of sectors including; technology, healthcare, energy, sustainability, financial services and food and agriculture.

Our Sustainability team is looking for an Account Director, Public Affairs to join us in our Brussels office. This is a great opportunity to have an impact on high-profile clients and to grow in a global, award-winning agency.

 

What you’ll be doing

  • Focusing predominantly on Sustainability policies, with occasional support required in other fields such as Technology and Food and Agriculture;
  • Managing a client portfolio, being the client’s primary contact and ensuring quality and timeliness in the delivery of Public Affairs strategies and services against budget;
  • Working alongside the team lead to grow the existing client portfolio, including identifying potential new clients and leading in the development of new business proposals;
  • Managing accounts, leading on day-to-day client work, translating client needs into project plans, advising and supporting clients, ensuring that results are achieved and client’s overall objectives are met;
  • Under the leadership of senior staff, planning and implementing thought leadership campaigns, outreach programmes and organisation of events;
  • Contributing to marketing and business development efforts;
  • Supporting in attracting and developing junior staff, including line management responsibilities.

 

What We’re Looking For

  • 5-7 years of relevant working experience. Previous experience in other EU Public Affairs agencies or in EU institutions is a bonus
  • An excellent understanding of the EU institutions and political dynamics surrounding sustainability policy
  • Strong business acumen and appreciation of the commercial impact of policy decisions
  • An entrepreneurial approach to client servicing and business development – with proven track record of business growth
  • A good network in Brussels within Sustainability policy
  • Capability as an advisor, including first class communication and writing skills
  • Ability to solve problems and exercise excellent judgment with the ability to think ‘outside of the box’
  • Understanding of agency financials and experience budgeting projects.
  • Dynamic team player and able to work in a high-performance environment
  • Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to offer high-level advice on the spot

 

What do we offer?

Weber Shandwick Brussels offers invaluable opportunities for enthusiastic and driven individuals to grow as Public Affairs professionals. We offer a competitive salary with excellent benefits (mobile phone, group insurance, hospitalization & extra medical costs insurance, a representation allowance, lunch vouchers), 20 days annual leave + 10 days extra-legal holidays, and flexible working (including up to 6 weeks working from abroad).

We are a global company, so we offer the advantages of a big firm, including leading-edge AI and analytics tools and the resources to invest in your personal and professional growth. But, at our heart, we still have the spirit of the small company we used to be: entrepreneurial, ambitious, fun. We are known for our imaginative and powerful campaigns that drive policy change, great client relations, collaboration, and teamwork – and our success is down to our amazing people. We look for original thinkers, who are passionate about policy and politics, and have a point of view, those who are constantly curious, commercially-driven, deliver to a high standard, and are keen to contribute to our success.

 

About us

Weber Shandwick is a leading global communications network that delivers next-generation solutions to brands, businesses, and organizations in major markets around the world. Led by world-class strategic and creative thinkers and activators, we have won some of the most prestigious awards in the industry. The Weber Shandwick Collective is part of the wider Interpublic Group.

With over 15 different nationalities in the office, Weber Shandwick Brussels truly represents the heart of Europe. We’re lucky to attract some of the best minds in PA, PR & Comms. At Weber Shandwick, you can be yourself and own your impact. We encourage an inclusive work environment where being authentic, caring for each other, and being entrepreneurial is part of our core values. We foster a culture of growth and collaboration, we celebrate the hard work we do, and we care for each other’s wellbeing while doing it. Come work with us and be a part of shaping culture.

 

Note from the Talent Acquisition Team

Weber Shandwick is an Equal Opportunities Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin or disability status. 

 

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  • Play day to day account lead for B2B, financial sector and professional services accounts
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  • Strong attention to detail and project management skills
  • Social media literacy with the ability to identify and recommend social program elements
  • Ability to multi-task effectively and work within tight deadlines
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team to meet deadlines and client expectations
  • Confident and comfortable presenting in front of groups
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The Weber Shandwick Collective recognizes that your health and wellbeing are a priority. This is why we offer a full suite of benefits including:

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Weber Shandwick is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Weber Shandwick recruits qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, age, ethnic or national origin, protected veteran status, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status or citizenship status. 

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A fantastic, rare opportunity. 

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You will also play an important role in our new business program. Unlike some agencies, we are very selective in the prospective clients we engage with. If it’s just press office and press releases, it’s not for us.  And if we feel like any opportunity will cause a strain on people, we won’t peruse it.

You will be supported by smart, hard-working and caring people. We are committed to delivering excellence. We don’t have time for drama. We don’t take ourselves too seriously. If that sounds like you, it will probably be a fit! 

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  • Confident presenting
  • Enthusiastic
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  • Have a love of learning 

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  • Social media skills – especially in support of executives / with LinkedIn
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Note from the Talent team: 

We appreciate the time take to apply for the role and your recent interest in Current Global. We will review all applications within five working days and be in touch with those who have been shortlisted to the next stage. Unfortunately, due to volume we are not able to get back to everyone individually so if you have not heard back from us unfortunately you have not been successful on this occasion and wish you all the best in your search.

At IPG DXTRA we are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.

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Kommunikationsberatung für Unternehmen in der Gesundheitsbranche ist deine Leidenschaft? Du hast fundierte Kenntnisse in der Unternehmenskommunikation für Pharma-, Biotech- oder Consumer Health Unternehmen? Du findest es spannend, komplexe Unternehmensthemen für unterschiedliche externe und auch interne Zielgruppen interessant aufzubereiten? Du hast darüber hinaus Erfahrungen in der Produktkommunikation für Pharma- oder Biotech-Unternehmen und Rx ist für dich kein Fremdwort?

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IM TEAM:

Ob Healthcare Corporate oder Image/Brand Kommunikation, medizinisch komplexe oder einfachere Themen, CSR- und DEI-Projekte, on- und offline oder Marketing Support – wir haben Spaß daran, mit unseren Kund:innen die richtigen Wege zu gehen. Gemeinsam mit dir setzen wir für unsere Kunden innovative und integrierte Kampagnen in der externen aber auch internen Kommunikation um.

 

DEINE AUFGABEN:

  • Du bist Hauptansprechpartner:in für deine:n Kund:in.
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  • Du bist verantwortlich für das tägliche Management von Kundenkampagnen, Projekten und Teams inkl. Budgetverantwortung.
  • Du entwickelst, verwaltest und delegierst effektiv Projekte und crossmediale Kampagnen.
  • Du nutzt deine Erfahrungen aus der Medienarbeit off- und online, um effektive Medienstrategien und Medienmaterialien zu entwicklen.
  • Du verbindest das Healthcare und Corporate Reputation Team und arbeitest eng mit unserer Abteilung Strategy & Analytics sowie auch unserem Kreativstudio zusammen, um Grafiken, Videos, Marketingmaterialen oder kreative Dachkampagnen zu erstellen.
  • Du gibst konstruktives und zeitnahes Feedback und bietest anderen Teammitgliedern Anleitung und Unterstützung für ihre Weiterentwicklung.
  • Du übernimmst die Verantwortung dafür, dass die Arbeiten des Teams pünktlich und auf hohem Niveau erledigt werden.

 

 

DAMIT PUNKTEST DU BEI UNS:

  • Du besitzt mehrjährige relevante Berufserfahrung im Bereich PR und verbindest know-how der Unternehmenskommunikation mit know-how der Produktkommunikation für Pharma-, Biotech- oder Medizintechnikunternehmen – davon einige Jahre in einer großen PR-Agentur. Erfahrungen im Bereich Gesundheitspolitik sind von Vorteil.
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  • Du hast fundierte Kenntnisse im Bereich der digitalen und Social Media Kommunikation.
  • Du hast Timings, Qualität und Ergebnisse fest im Griff.
  • Du bist ein Teamplayer, der gerne auch einmal selbst anpackt.
  • Du hast sehr gute redaktionelle Fähigkeiten.
  • Du hast die Fähigkeit, vorauszudenken und den Erfolg deines Kunden im Blick zu haben.
  • Du sprichst Deutsch auf muttersprachlichem Niveau und verfügst über sehr gute Englischkenntnisse in Wort und Schrift.

 

DAS BIETEN WIR DIR: 

  • Einen unbefristeten Arbeitsvertrag. 
  • 28 Tage Urlaub im Jahr sowie zusätzlich Heiligabend, Silvester, an deinem Geburtstag und einem standortbezogenen Brauchtumstag frei.   
  • Hybrides Arbeiten und flexible Arbeitszeitenregelung.  
  • Möglichkeiten zur temporären Remote-Arbeit aus dem EU-Ausland.     
  • Subvention deines Deutschlandtickets sowie Bike-Leasing via Jobrad.  
  • Unbegrenzter Zugang zu LinkedIn Learning.  
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  • Regelmäßig interne Workshops & Trainings. 

 

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Dann bist du bei uns genau richtig! Los geht’s! Wir freuen uns auf deine Bewerbung.

 

UNSER PROFIL:

Wir sind eine der weltweit führenden Kommunikationsagenturen mit Niederlassungen in über 80 Ländern. In Deutschland arbeiten 160 Kolleg:innen unabhängig von einer Practice- und Standortstruktur übergreifend in agilen Teams zusammen. Wir beraten unsere Kund:innen an den Schnittstellen von Wirtschaft, Gesellschaft und Politik umfassend und bieten je nach

Problemstellung und Herausforderung individuell zusammengestellte Teams aus unseren Kompetenz- und Skill-Clustern.

 

Wir verpflichten uns zur Gleichberechtigung aller Mitarbeitenden und sorgen für ein diskriminierungs- und belästigungsfreies Arbeitsumfeld. Alle Einstellungsentscheidungen sind durch die Stellenanforderungen, die individuellen Qualifikationen und den geschäftlichen Bedarf begründet. Alle entsprechend qualifizierten Bewerber werden ungeachtet ihrer ethnischen Herkunft, ihrer Hautfarbe, ihrer Religion, ihres Geschlechtes, ihres Alters, ihrer sexuellen Orientierung, ihrer nationalen Herkunft oder einer Behinderung gleichermaßen für eine Anstellung berücksichtigt.

 

 

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