Lead Account Manager – Corporate Communications (Brussels)

Burson; Brussel Hoofdstad; Hybrid; EUR 70.000 - 110.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Burson Brussels is seeking an enthusiastic, collaborative communications professional with a passion for corporate communications, brand, public affairs and reputation. You will join an integrated team serving high-profile Belgian clients and lead account teams, advising on complex issues and shaping campaigns that address policy, business, and sustainability challenges.

You will operate in a highly dynamic, international environment, managing multiple projects, leveraging AI-driven insights,

Qualifikationen

• Professional-grade fluency in French or Dutch, with working proficiency in the other language, and business fluency in English.
• Demonstrated experience in corporate communication, brand activation, public affairs, media, issue management and/or stakeholder engagement.
• Deep understanding of the Belgian media and political landscape, including decision-making process, political institutions and sphere of influence.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects, balancing diverse deliverables and adapting swiftly to new tasks and deadlines to ensure successful outcomes.
• Expertise in translating complex topics into clear and compelling communication materials and policy recommendations for diverse audiences.
• Demonstrated commercial curiosity and an interest in building and maintaining professional networks across the Belgian communications, media and public affairs landscape.
• Strong ability to combine AI-enabled approaches with critical thinking, sound judgement and high-quality communications advice

Aufgaben

• Develop and execute media, corporate and brand communications campaigns for clients across different sectors.
• Advise clients on their positioning, messaging and stakeholders management strategies, including political stakeholders and other decision makers.
• Provide hands-on support to develop relevant communication materials on behalf of clients with the ability to leverage earned, owned and digital channels.
• Provide crisis communication training, media training, and public affairs workshops.
• Build, maintain and develop strong client relationships based on trust and knowledge.
• Lead, train, coach and develop the teams you work with.
• Act as a Line Manager, conducting performance reviews and setting career goals.
• Oversee service quality, account financials, and ensure appropriate resource allocation for optimal team performance.
• Proactively lead, design, and execute business development strategies to drive growth and expand client portfolios.

Kenntnisse

Fluency in French or Dutch

English proficiency

Communication skills

Stakeholder engagement

Team leadership

Jobbeschreibung

Burson Brussels is seeking an enthusiastic, collaborative communications professional with a passion for corporate communications, brand, public affairs and reputation. You will join an integrated team serving high-profile Belgian clients and lead account teams, advising on complex issues and shaping campaigns that address policy, business, and sustainability challenges.

You will operate in a highly dynamic, international environment, managing multiple projects, leveraging AI-driven insights,