Group Communication Director

We are Team possible – the people behind Proximus, Proximus NXT, Davinsi Labs, Codit, Proximus Ada, and more. Nice to see you here United by a shared purpose, we’re building a smarter, trustful and more connected world. That means embracing technology and celebrating change. We think possible and then make it possible. And of course, we love what we do Sounds like your kind of place? Your job We are looking for an experienced Group Communication Director with a creative mindset and strong leadership capabilities, eager to take on the challenge of reinforcing our position as a leading Belgian player in our sector through a well-crafted and innovative communication strategy. The Group Communication Director is part of the Corporate Affairs team, reports to the Chief Corporate Affairs Officer, and maintains a direct strategic reporting line to the CEO. Your Role You will develop an integrated communication vision that translates our strategy into a clear and compelling narrative for media, investors, employees, policymakers, and other stakeholders. Together with your team and colleagues, you will ensure its effective execution, turning ideas into tangible impact. As a strategic advisor to the CEO and the Executive Committee, you will ensure that communication and business strategy remain closely aligned. Beyond that, you will help shape a strong, distinctive, and future-focused corporate story that builds trust among all stakeholders in a rapidly evolving social, political, and technological environment. Your Mission
• Develop and implement an inspiring, group-wide communication strategy in close collaboration with key stakeholders and your team.
• Align internal and external communications to ensure one coherent and compelling narrative.
• Build an efficient communication organization and establish clear governance.
• Advise the CEO and management on communication, reputation, and stakeholder-related matters. Your Responsibilities
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with media and key stakeholders.
• Strengthen the company's corporate positioning.
• Protect and enhance Proximus reputation.
• Drive leadership, change, and employee communications.
• Lead crisis communication efforts.
• Support Investor Relations, when required, in communications related to regulated matters and stock-market-related topics.
• Inspire and develop the communication team in line with our Think Possible culture of collaboration and impact.
• Measure communication effectiveness and continuously drive improvements.

Your profile
• You have extensive experience (minimum 7 years) in a senior corporate communication role and are well-versed in modern communication strategies and techniques.
• Experience in a regulated, listed, and/or public-sector environment is highly desirable.
• You combine strong strategic thinking with a hands-on execution mindset and excellent editorial skills.
• You understand complex stakeholder dynamics and remain effective under pressure.
• You are a credible sparring partner for the CEO, Board of Directors, and senior management.
• You have proven experience in media relations, crisis communication, and reputation-sensitive matters.
• You can translate complex topics and contexts into clear, human, and inspiring narratives.
• You bring people and functions together while maintaining accountability and momentum.
• You communicate fluently in French, Dutch, and English.

What We Offer
A key leadership role with significant impact at both business and societal levels, offering the opportunity to shape the communication strategy and organization from the ground up. You will work at the heart of strategic decision-making and make a visible contribution to strengthening trust in Proximus among employees and external stakeholders.