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Director of Public Affairs

  • SEC Newgate EU
Brussels, Belgium
Full-time
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  • SEC Newgate EU
Brussels, Belgium
Full-time
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To apply for this position, please send your CV and cover letter to: careers@secnewgate.eu


SEC Newgate EU, a Brussels-based advocacy and communications consultancy with a global presence as part of the SEC Newgate Group, is seeking a Director to lead its policy team and provide support to public and private sector clients across various industries.

This is a exciting opportunity for a seasoned professional with expertise in European policy, eager to step into a leadership role and thrive in a dynamic, multicultural, and multinational setting.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Provide strategic advice to clients on EU policies, regulatory developments, communication strategies, and advocacy opportunities;

  • Lead, mentor, and support a diverse team of public affairs professionals, fostering growth and collaboration;

  • Drive business development by strengthening relationships with existing clients and securing new business opportunities;

  • Actively expand SEC Newgate EU’s presence and network within policy-making circles.


QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS:

  • 10+ years of relevant experience in European Affairs, with prior consultancy experience considered a plus;

  • Proven expertise in people management, with a track record of leading and developing teams of consultants;

  • In-depth understanding of EU institutions and decision-making processes, with expertise in at least one EU policy area such as sustainability, energy, tech or transport (among others);

  • Extensive experience in public affairs, with a demonstrated ability to develop and implement effective advocacy strategies that enhance issue visibility among policymakers;

  • Established network of contacts in Brussels and exceptional communication skills, with the ability to build meaningful relationships across sectors;

  • Strong client management skills and the ability to drive business development;

  • Excellent English, with proficiency in at least one other EU language;

  • A collaborative team player, eager to mentor and support junior colleagues;

  • Excellent communication and presentation skills, with an interest and/or experience in PR/communications complementing a policy-driven role.


WE OFFER:

  • A dynamic, multicultural, collaborative, and entrepreneurial work environment, with opportunities to collaborate across global offices;

  • The opportunity to work with a talented and passionate team of consultants, bringing together diverse and extensive experience;

  • A wide range of projects for an international portfolio of clients;

  • A competitive compensation package in line with your experience.


APPLICATION PROCEDURE:

If you are interested in this opportunity, please submit your CV and a brief cover letter to  careers@secnewgate.eu, using the subject line: Director of Public Affairs.

Applications will remain strictly confidential and will be reviewed on a rolling basis, so we encourage early submissions.

For more information about our company, please visit www.secnewgate.eu.
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Apply for this job

To apply for this position, please send your CV and cover letter to: careers@secnewgate.eu

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