Executive Advisor and Chief Executive Officer

WSBI-ESBG

About the Organisation

World Savings and Retail Banking Institute (WSBI) and the European Savings and Retail Banking Group (ESBG) together represent a strong global and European network of 6,400 savings and retail banks across five continents, serving 1.7 billion customers worldwide. As the world’s oldest and largest international banking association, WSBI-ESBG champions financial inclusion, sustainable growth, and responsible banking, empowering its members to thrive in an ever-evolving regulatory and digital landscape

About the role

WSBI-ESBG is looking for: Executive Advisor to the Chief Executive Officer for a timely start. The role plays an important part in the preparation, coordination, and follow-up of WSBI and ESBG statutory meetings, high-level engagements, and member-related activities. The Executive Advisor will work closely with the CEO, the CEO’s Personal Assistant and senior management colleagues across the organisation. This position requires excellent organisational and drafting skills, discretion, political sensitivity, a proactive mindset and the ability to operate in an international and multicultural environment.

Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities:

• Planning, organising, coordinating, and reporting on meetings of WSBI and ESBG statutory bodies, including the Presidents Committee, Board of Directors, General Assembly, Coordination Committee, and the Social and Philanthropic Council, in close cooperation with the CEO’s Personal Assistant, who leads the organisation of the agenda and logistical arrangements. The Executive Advisor will contribute in particular to the preparation of meeting content, agenda-related materials, supporting documents, and minutes following the meetings.
• Working on other meetings attended by or together with the CEO, including bilateral meetings with high-level policymakers, regulators, members, and external stakeholders, in coordination with the CEO’s Personal Assistant where appropriate, preparing speaking notes, briefings, presentations and speeches for the Presidents, the CEO, and senior management.
• Drafting or supporting the drafting of letters, working documents, briefings, articles, speeches, and other materials.
• Coordinating with colleagues on new WSBI and ESBG member applications, from initial approval application.
• Supporting member relations in Europe and worldwide, including participation in meetings and possible travel to member countries.
• Assisting in the development of contacts with potential members and supporting membership-related initiatives.
• Working closely with the CEO, the CEO’s Personal Assistant and senior management colleagues across the organisation, and ensuring smooth preparation, coordination, and follow-up of CEO-related activities and institution.

Skills, Competencies, Experience & Attributes

Experience:

• Several years of relevant professional experience, preferably in an international organisation, association, financial institution, public affairs environment, and a similar setting.

Competencies & Skills:

• Proven ability to thrive in fast-paced environments, handle unforeseen challenges, adapt quickly to changing circumstances, and manage a high level of activity.

Other Requirements:

• International Mobility: Willingness to undertake several business trips each year within and outside the EU.

Skills :

• Languages: Excellent command of English, the working language of the organisation. Good knowledge of German (mother-tongue of the CEO) or another EU language would be considered a strong advantage.
• Financial sector: Good knowledge of, or a strong interest in, the banking and financial sector.
• Secretarial (executive level): Experience in supporting senior management, preparing high-level meetings, and drafting briefing materials, speeches, or institutional documents.
• Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills are essential for interacting with Board members, senior management, and colleagues
• Organization: Strong organisational skills, with the ability to manage several priorities and work under deadlines.
• Interpersonal skills: Discretion, reliability, and attention to detail are key skills for this job, as well as flexibility, proactivity, team spirit, and the ability to work independently.
• International experience: Confidence in working in a multicultural and international environment.
• Computer literacy: Good computer skills, including Microsoft Office tools.

Required Qualifications

• A university degree in a relevant field, such as international relations, economics, finance, law, political science, European affairs, or a related discipline.

Compensation & Benefits

• A competitive remuneration and benefits package, including group insurance, health insurance, meal vouchers, travel insurance, and extra-legal holidays.
• A dynamic, multicultural, and collaborative work environment in Brussels.
• Exposure to senior management, international members, policymakers, regulators, and financial-sector stakeholders.
• Opportunity to contribute to the work of a long-established international banking association.

Working locations

• Brussels, Belgium
• Several international travels per year in and outside the EU.

How to apply

• Interested candidates are invited to send the following documents ASAP by email to [email protected], latest before 31st July 2026:
  • A cover letter outlining motivation, relevant experience, and availability.
  • A current CV.

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