Strategic External Communications Specialist - Netherlands

Arup; Amsterdam; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Arup in the Netherlands seeks a strategic External Communications Specialist to amplify our impact, strengthen visibility and position Arup as a trusted voice on societal challenges.

You will translate complex technical topics into compelling narratives, lead media relations and thought leadership, and collaborate with executives to ensure consistent external messaging. Fluency in Dutch and English is essential, with a proactive storytelling mindset.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in a similar role.
• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in communications.
• Proven experience in external communications, PR or media relations.
• A strong network or affinity with the Dutch media landscape.
• Excellent writing skills, from press releases to thought leadership.
• Ability to translate complex, technical topics into compelling content.
• Proactive mindset: you don’t wait for stories, you create them.
• Confidence in advising senior stakeholders and preparing them for media exposure.
• Fluency in Dutch and English (both essential).

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and execution of external communications and PR strategies.
• Identify and shape newsworthy stories from our projects, people and insights.
• Write and coordinate press releases, articles, opinion pieces and expert quotes.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with Dutch media, journalists and industry platforms.
• Position our experts as credible spokespeople in public debates and media appearances.
• Translate complex technical topics into clear, engaging narratives.
• Spot opportunities to link Arup’s expertise to current events and societal discussions.
• Coordinate media responses and support colleagues in interviews and public positioning.
• Work closely with business leaders to ensure consistent messaging.

Skills

External communications

Media relations

Writing skills

Storytelling

Dutch-English fluency

Education

Bachelor's/Master's in communications

Job description

Arup in the Netherlands seeks a strategic External Communications Specialist to amplify our impact, strengthen visibility and position Arup as a trusted voice on societal challenges.

You will translate complex technical topics into compelling narratives, lead media relations and thought leadership, and collaborate with executives to ensure consistent external messaging. Fluency in Dutch and English is essential, with a proactive storytelling mindset.