Manager Public Affairs

h3Manager, Public Affairs /h3 pBrussels /p h3Who is Weber Shandwick /h3 pWeber Shandwick is a leading global communications network that delivers next-generation solutions to brands, businesses, and organizations in major markets around the world. As part of the wider Omnicom Group, we combine global reach with a strong local footprint
- serving clients both locally and internationally. Guided by world-class strategic and creative thinkers, we have earned some of the most prestigious awards in the industry. /p pAt Weber Shandwick, we believe in contributing value to earn value—whether that’s earned media, attention, reputation, loyalty, or business. Our culture is dynamic, inclusive, and open-minded. Here, you can be yourself, take ownership of your impact, and collaborate with a diverse team of media experts, strategists, creatives, digital specialists, and policy advisors. We invest in your growth and foster a supportive environment where creativity and innovation thrive. /p h3What's happening? /h3 pWeber Shandwick is excited to be seeking a talented Manager Public Affairs to join our Sustainability team. /p pWorking across a portfolio of leading businesses, you will be delivering campaigns that help our clients to navigate an unprecedented time of political change and uncertainty. /p pThis role will offer great exposure to our clients. The ideal candidates will be passionate about politics, and interested in the EU political landscape, and have a desire to work on the cutting edge of the way politics impacts global businesses. /p h3The successful candidate will demonstrate the following key attributes: /h3 h3CLIENT AND WORK /h3 ul liLead and support teams across a range of public affairs and issues management campaigns on behalf of government, corporate, coalition and trade association clients, across defense and other highly regulated industries /li liStart to develop a thorough understanding of how to design and implement public affairs campaigns on behalf of corporate and trade association clients, with an emphasis on highly-regulated industries /li liBuild client relationships by providing counsel to multiple clients, driving execution of tactical plans and managing internal integrated teams to ensure high quality deliverables /li liSuccessfully manage client expectations ensuring adherence to timelines, budgets and quality standards; Manage clients, team resources and deliverables around major campaigns and programs /li liServe as key participant in client meetings and presentations; Craft, present and execute integrated communications strategies for major campaigns /li liConduct and manage the flow of research and materials development necessary to analyze client issues /li liFunction across disciplines with a knowledge of social media strategies and tactics /li liMonitor media outlets for coverage of client and competitor news, leveraging digital and social outlets, key influencers, etc. /li liUnderstand industry issues that directly and indirectly affect the client /li liCompose media materials (press releases, pitch notes, client briefings, messaging documents, sample QA, proposals, bylined articles, supporting social content, etc.), and conduct media outreach /li liProof and edit client related documents /li liDevelop and build relationships with media and diverse set of influencers in partnership with our influencer experts /li /ul h3SELF LEADERSHIP AND TEAM EFFECTIVENESS /h3 ul liBegin to participate in the hiring process, partnering with hiring managers to interview candidates and support the onboarding of new team members /li liMentor and train junior team members; may directly manage interns /li liConsistently display behaviors that support integration /li /ul h3GROWTH AND BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT /h3 ul liParticipate in brainstorms and planning /li liContribute to new business pitch content creation and organic business growth efforts (proactive/reactive) /li /ul h3BUSINESS ACUMEN /h3 ul liContinue to grow financial acumen by managing budgets, assisting with account budget and time entry analyses, and supporting account invoicing /li liWork more closely with manager and finance to better understand any client issues that may impact the business /li liBegin working with legal on vendor agreements /li /ul h3What We’re Looking For /h3 ul liProven experience working in EU Public Affairs, either in an agency or in-house. Previous experience in European Institutions is a significant plus but not required. /li liDeep understanding of the EU policy-making process and key moments for impactful engagement /li liExperience working on sustainability, CSR, climate, ESG, energy, industrial or related policy issues would be an advantage. /li liAbility and interest in learning and developing expertise to work across different policy areas. /li liDetail-oriented mindset with the ability to work self-sufficiently and manage projects effectively. /li liAn interest in mentoring and desire to contribute to a