Communications Manager

European Steel Association

Start date
January 2026

About the Organisation

European Steel Association (EUROFER) is the voice of the European steel industry, a strategic sector at the heart of Europe’s economy and society. Our members are committed to the EU’s climate objectives and have been working for years on large-scale decarbonisation projects, making steel a cornerstone for achieving climate neutrality.

Steel is not only key to delivering the green transition but also for ensuring Europe’s industrial resilience and security in today’s challenging geopolitical environment. With global steel overcapacities, complex trade dynamics, and the sector’s pivotal role in both industrial policy and sustainability, EUROFER offers a unique and highly stimulating environment to work in EU public affairs.

About the role

The European Steel Association (EUROFER) is looking for a Communications Manager to lead the Association’s external outreach efforts and strengthen its public profile at a crucial moment for the sector, which is facing multiple challenges ranging from decarbonisation to intensifying trade pressures. Reporting to the EUROFER Director General

Responsibilities

• Development and implementation of the EUROFER communications strategy, narrative and message house through multichannel campaigns.
• Media relations management, engaging with EU, international and national press; media monitoring.
• Drafting, editing and proofreading of press releases, articles, talking points, social media posts and other communications materials (video scripts, fact sheets, etc). 
• Oversight of EUROFER's digital presence, including website and social media channels, planning and appropriate messaging across different platforms.
• Supervision, coordination and editing of EUROFER publications for dissemination.
• Organisation of EUROFER events.
• Definition of workflows and coordination with the EUROFER Communications Officer, relevant internal departments and external consultants, reporting regularly to the Director General. 
• Internal communication management, informing members about communications activities and coordinating the EUROFER Communications Committee. 

Skills, Competencies & Experience

Qualifications and Experience:

• 5-8 years of experience in a similar communications role.
• Experience in a trade association and/or knowledge of industrial affairs (not necessarily steel) is an asset.
• Understanding of EU affairs and the functioning of EU institutions, as well as of the media landscape in Brussels and beyond. 
• Ability to juggle multiple workstreams and topics, excellent organisational skills, flexibility, and capacity to work autonomously as well as collaboratively in a multicultural environment.
• Creativity and own-initiative driven, with attention to detail;
• Leadership and coordination skills with colleagues, members and external providers.
• Native-level English is essential; good knowledge of other major EU languages is an advantage.
• Excellent drafting, editing and proofreading skills; ability to produce high-quality copy is essential.
• Social media expertise is a must-have.
• Experience in organising events.
• Digital and tech-savvy skills.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in communications, journalism, marketing, political science, international relations or a related field.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Lunch vouchers
• Health insurance, private complementary pension scheme
• Possibility of two days of home office per week, a mobile phone, a laptop, etc.
• A strategic, visible position in Brussels in a motivated and dynamic team within an international environment.
• A meaningful role contributing to Europe’s green transition, industrial strength, and geopolitical resilience.

Working locations

• Hybrid model, working in the Brussels office and remotely

How to apply

• Please send your CV and cover letter (Max 1-2 pages each) to [email protected] or [email protected] with the subject line: "EUROFER Communications Manager". Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Interviews

• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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