Communications Manager

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The European Steel Association (EUROFER) is looking for a Communications Manager to lead the Association’s external outreach efforts and consolidate its public profile at a crucial time for the sector, facing multiple challenges from decarbonisation to trade pressures.

About EUROFER:

EUROFER is located in Brussels and was founded in 1976. It represents the entirety of steel production in the European Union. Its members are steel companies and national steel federations throughout the EU. The European Steel Association is recorded in the EU transparency register: 93038071152-83.

Preferred start date:

Immediate (ideally January 2026, or as soon as possible)

Experience level:

5-8 years

Reporting to:

EUROFER Director General

Main 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
• 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 digital presence, including website and social media channels, planning and appropriate messaging across different platforms.
• Supervision, coordination and editing of EUROFER publications for
• Organisation of EUROFER
• 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.

Qualifications and experience

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in communications, journalism, marketing, political science, international relations or a related field.
• 5-8 years of experience in a similar communications
• 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
• Creativity and own-initiative driven, with attention to
• Leadership and coordination skills with colleagues, members and external
• Native-level English is essential; good knowledge of other major EU languages is an
• Excellent drafting, editing and proofreading skills; ability to produce high-quality copy is
• Social media expertise is a must-
• Experience in organising
• Digital and tech-savvy

Type of contract:

A full-time position with a permanent contract (CDI). EUROFER offers an attractive working environment with a range of benefits, including a competitive salary, lunch vouchers, health insurance, the possibility of two days of home office per week, a mobile phone, laptop, etc.

How to apply:

Please send you CV and cover letter (max. 1-2 pages each) to communications@eurofer.eu AND DirectorGeneral@eurofer.eu to apply for this position, using the subject line: “EUROFER Communications Manager Application”. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Application deadline: 07 December 2025.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.