Responsable des Relations Institutionnelles F-H

Safran S.A.; Herstal; Sur place; EUR 90 000 - 130 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Safran Aero Boosters in Herstal, Belgium, seeks an experienced Professional in institutional relations/public affairs with a strong Euro-Atlantic policy background. You will monitor policy developments, influence decision-makers, and structure funding applications for R&T and collaborations.

Fluent in French, Dutch and English, you will build strategic partnerships and ensure alignment with Safran Group standards.

Qualifications

• Masters degree as required; experience in institutional relations/public affairs (5+ years)
• Strong knowledge of European/Belgian funding mechanisms (R&T, regional aid, offsets)
• Fluent in French, Dutch and English; other EU/NATO languages advantageous

Responsabilités

• Monitor public policy and regulations impacting SAB's activities in EU/NATO contexts
• Develop and drive institutional influence strategy and responsible lobbying
• Structure funding applications to maximize external financial support
• Build and maintain networks with elected officials, agencies, and industry partners

Connaissances

Public affairs

Policy monitoring

Stakeholder engagement

Strategic thinking

Networking

Formation

Master's degree in Political Science / International Relations / Public Law / European Affairs

Description du poste

Published 08.28.2026 Company : Safran Aero Boosters Job field : Customer services and support Location : Herstal , Region of Wallonia , Belgium Contract type : Permanent Contract duration : Full-time Required degree : MASTER Required experience : More than 8 years Professional status : Professional, Engineer & Manager Spoken language(s) : French Fluent English Fluent Dutch FluentPublished 08.28.2026Job Description- Strategic monitoring and anticipation: Maintain active monitoring of public policy, international initiatives (European Union - EU, EDA, EDF & NATO) and regulation (state aid, research support, cooperation programmes) that may impact our activities. Anticipate political and regulatory trends and decisions to identify valuable opportunities (funding, partnerships, collaborative programmes) and risks to mitigate.- Influence and external representation: Develop and drive our institutional influence strategy. Engage in information and responsible lobbying efforts with public decision-makers and defence bodies (European Commission and Parliament, Belgian and French ministries, NATO representatives, etc.), in line with Group and legal frameworks, with the aim of promoting SAB's and Safran's interests in public decisions and programmes.- Funding structuring and participation in collaborative programmes: Work with the R&T programme and commercial/military programmes to structure funding applications (R&T grants, investment aid, research tax credits, etc.) to maximise external financial support. Promote SAB's integration into international defence/cooperation projects (EU, EDA, EDF, NATO programmes, bilateral partnerships) to strengthen its position on strategic programmes and develop new market opportunities.- Network development and institutional partnerships: Build, nurture and grow a strong network of external relations (political decision-makers, public agency and organisation leaders, industrial partners, professional representatives) to strengthen SAB's visibility and influence within its institutional environment. Maintain regular contact with key stakeholders (elected officials, programme administrators, funding agency leaders, etc.) to position us favourably in relevant public debates and decisions.- Representing SAB in external bodies: Actively represent SAB within relevant professional organisations, clusters, industry associations, think tanks and working groups, at regional, national and international level, and voice our positions on strategic topics (innovation, aeronautics, defence, public funding, regulation), in line with Safran Group's positions.- Internal coordination and strategic alignment: Act as the interface between SAB and Safran Group on all institutional matters. Coordinate internally with the Strategy, Commercial & Programmes (DSCP), R&T/Innovation (DINNO), Finance, Legal and Communications departments to ensure an integrated, consistent approach. Work closely with the International Development and Institutional Relations Department (DIRI – Développement International et Relations Institutionnelles) of Safran Group to align our initiatives with Group strategy and best practices.- Internal strategic support and advice: Provide SAB's top management (and Group Management) with analyses and recommendations on the institutional environment (briefing notes, monitoringJob RequirementsYour technical skills:- Education: You hold a Master's degree (Political Science, International Relations, Public Law, European Affairs or equivalent).- Experience: You have confirmed experience (5 years or more) in institutional relations/public affairs, ideally within an international industrial group or an institution linked to the aeronautics/defence sectors. You are familiar with public funding mechanisms (European R&T programmes, regional aid, offsets) and the institutional environment in Europe and Belgium.- Technical and institutional knowledge: You have a solid grasp of industrial policy, aeronautics/defence regulation and R&T issues. You have a strong command of the international institutional landscape (EU, NATO, Belgian and French public funding ecosystems). You have a good understanding of the business models and technical concepts of the aeronautics sector, needed to build your credibility, both internally and with external contacts. Knowledge of Safran's compliance charters and procedures or equivalent (responsible lobbying, ethics) is a plus for a quick start in the role.- Languages: You are fluent in French, Dutch and English, both spoken and written (used daily in an international context). Knowledge of other EU or NATO languages is an asset.Your soft skills:- Excellent interpersonal skills: you easily and naturally build connections with people from all backgrounds.- Big-picture thinking: you think strategically and across functions, and know how to navigate complex environments.- Proactivity and entrepreneurial spirit: taking initiative and driving innovative projects motivates you. You go out, find opportunities and open doors.- Communication & active listening: you adapt your communication style to your audience, at any level of the hierarchy, and are able to build relationships of trust.- Resilience: you take a long-term view and know that out of ten opportunities identified, only one truly comes to fruition. Today's efforts will pay off tomorrow.But what else? (advantages, specific features, etc.)Indicateurs de succès du poste :• Influence effective / contributions externes : Capacité à obtenir des résultats tangibles dans les instances externes (ex. inclusion de SAB dans un programme de R&D européen ou américain, évolution d'une réglementation favorable aux activités de SAB, adhésion de SAB à un nouveau consortium, etc.).• Financements publics captés : Montant et taux de réussite des financements publics obtenus (subventions, aides, cofinancements) par rapport aux objectifs fixés (par ex., volume de fonds R&T mobilisés pour SAB, ou pourcentage de financement public dans un projet d'investissement stratégique).• Développement du réseau et visibilité : Nombre et qualité des partenariats institutionnels noués (mesuré par exemple via les opportunités concrètes générées ou par la participation de SAB à des instances clés). Degré de reconnaissance de SAB comme acteur de référence sur ses sujets (feedback des acteurs publics, invitations à des consultations officielles, etc.).• Alignement groupe et conformité : Absence d'incident de conformité (aucun manquement aux règles de transparence et d'éthique, et ) et satisfaction du Groupe Safran quant à la coordination (flux d'informations fluide avec la DIRI, contribution positive aux initiatives Safran groupe dans le domaine). Le respect strict des exigences de transparence (déclarations HATVP/UE) et l'application des chartes Safran est un prérequis incontournable.Company InformationSafran is an international high-technology group operating in the fields of aerospace (propulsion, equipment and interiors), space and defense. Its mission is to contribute sustainably to a safer world, where air transport becomes ever more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible. Present on every continent, the Group employs 110,000 people and generated €31.3 billion in revenue in 2025. Safran holds, either independently or through partnerships, leading global or European positions in its markets.Safran was ranked second in the Aerospace & Defense sector in TIME magazine's ""World's Best Companies 2025"" ranking.Holding leading positions worldwide, Safran Aero Boosters designs, develops and manufactures modules, equipment and test benches for aerospace and space propulsion systems. Based in Belgium, Safran Aero Boosters operates two subsidiaries in the United States and brings together the expertise of 2,000 talented employees.Locate your future workplace121 Route de Liers 4041HerstalRegion of Wallonia Belgium