Consultant, Financial Services Public Affairs Consultancy, Brussels

ABOUT THE JOB

FleishmanHillard’s Brussels office is seeking a public affairs and communications professional with 3 - 5 years of relevant experience, with a focus on financial markets and asset management policy, to support its Financial Services practice.  

FleishmanHillard in Brussels is Europe’s leading EU public affairs and communications consultancy. We have an excellent track record of advising blue chip clients as they navigate regulatory, political and policy issues of substantial commercial and societal significance. Our approach hinges on close partnership, offering deep expertise and applying insight as well as creativity to our strategic advice.   

Within our Brussels office, our Financial Services team consists of around 40 full-time consultants advising over 40 clients spanning banks, investors, insurance companies, market infrastructures, data and payments providers, FinTech, corporates and credit rating agencies. Specifically, we advise these clients on the implications of legislative and other policy developments for their organisations and develop advocacy strategies that help them meet their objectives. ‎ 

What you will do 

• You will manage and lead on the implementation of public affairs programmes for market-leading global accounts, and work in close partnership with clients as a trusted advisor. 

• You will support other members of our financial markets and asset management teams in servicing our client base in these sectors. 

• You will assist in outreach to policy makers, stakeholders and the media. 

• You will actively participate in broader office activities, including business development and people management. 

Who you are  

• You have 3 - 5 years of relevant professional experience in EU financial services policy, capital markets and asset management, gained through work with EU institutions or national ministries of finance/regulators, consultancies or in-house in a financial services organisation or association. 

• You have an excellent understanding of EU institutions, EU processes and political dynamics, with the ability to assess how regulatory developments impact financial markets and investment activities. 

• You have strong business acumen and an appreciation of the commercial impact of policy decisions. 

• You have proven project management skills, with the ability to drive multiple projects/campaigns for a portfolio of clients.  

• You have strong advisory skills, supported by first-class written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to translate complex regulatory developments into clear, actionable insights. 

• You have an entrepreneurial and creative approach to problem-solving. 

• You have a track record of successful, influential public affairs campaigns and stakeholder communications strategies. 

• You are a dynamic team player and able to work in a fast-paced environment. 

• You can manage multiple issues and deadlines. 

• You can build and maintain trusting relationships. 

WHY YOU SHOULD WORK FOR US 

Our culture 

Our Brussels' FleishmanHillard team epitomises the best of Brussels in every way. With more than 20 nationalities and a huge variety of backgrounds, experience and skills, it’s a melting pot of energy, accuracy and creativity. The Financial Services Team makes up a big part of that. We’re a modern, hybrid workforce, based in Brussels and further afield.  

You will be excited by the thought of 

• An exciting consultant job in a dynamic firm that’s part of an international network 

• Having responsibilities of your own and objectives to deliver  

• Continuous learning 

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion 

At FleishmanHillard Brussels, we value individuals for who they are, as they are. We are passionate about nurturing an inclusive environment characterised by mutual respect and understanding.  FleishmanHillard Brussels is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or age. Our selection process reflects our commitments to equality of chances. Please let us know if you need any adjustments made during the interview process.  

Development and Engagement 

• You will get a smooth start by joining our 2-week-long Induction programme to learn about our office, global network, and teams.
• We are keen on Career Development – So join our trainings, language courses or any other development program that will help you grow personally & professionally and steer your career into the future you are planning.

A flexible hybrid working model 

We encourage flexible working across three core dimensions: work from office, work from home and external events and meetings.  

• Our modern and sustainable office in the heart of Brussels will always be our central meeting point and should drive collaboration, information exchange and collegiality. And yes, there are free fruit, coffee & drinks in the office.  

• Event attendance to both gather intelligence and build a network is at the core of our business, as is face to face client interaction. 

• Outside of work from office and external event and meeting attendance, you have the flexibility to work from home if you choose. 

YOUR APPLICATION 

You want to work on public affairs and communications campaigns, and work in close partnership with clients as a trusted advisor? Then apply now by sending your CV and completing the questionnaire in the application form.