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Excited to work for a key Belgian player in the energy landscape?

The Belgian and European energy landscape is in full swing. Did you know that Elia Belgium plays a crucial role in this? As part of Elia Group, a European transmission system operator, Elia Belgium ensures the reliability and sustainability of the electricity supply in our country.

Side-by-side with your talented colleagues, you will play a part in building a sustainable, green and reliable energy infrastructure that stimulates economic growth and reduces our ecological footprint.

Only together can we make the biggest impact possible! We believe in the power of diversity: we are convinced that an inclusive and diverse work environment leads to more innovation, creativity and better results.

Native English-speaking copywriter

Reference ID:  8399

Function

 

Who are we looking for? 

 

As a native English-speaking copywriter, you will be part of the External Communication and Reputation department. Along with our team of spokespeople, communication experts, and translators, you will contribute to raising the visibility and reputation of Elia Group as one of the most innovative grid operators in Europe (it comprises both Elia Transmission in Belgium and 50Hertz in Germany). You will also support the non-regulated business activities of the Group which take place outside of our home countries, like the United States. 

 

You will translate the Group’s strategy into strong and comprehensive messages and storylines to create awareness and acceptance of our activities, improve our corporate reputation, establish opportunities for collaboration with external stakeholders, and attract new and talented individuals to work for the Group.

 

You will lead on various communication initiatives via transversal collaboration with other Group departments. You will be our internal journalist who interviews colleagues about different topics. You will work with our experts to summarise complex studies into comprehensive executive summaries and contribute to all kinds of Group publications, including the integrated annual report, newsletters, press releases, brochures, social media content, scripts for videos and live-streamed events, etc. 

 

You will actively look for opportunities to raise the profile of our experts via international conferences and events and will be responsible for the coordination of their participation in these.


What will we expect from you? 

 

  • You will be the sparring partner of our native English-speaking External Communications Expert. 
  • Based on interviews with staff from across the Group, you will write, edit and review a range of publications, including viewpoints, executive summaries, speeches, articles for the integrated annual report, press releases, speaker notes, project brochures, Q&A documents, scripts, video subtitles, etc. You will ensure that corporate messaging is consistent across our different communication channels. 
  • You will set up an annual calendar of relevant events from across the European energy sector and identify how we can optimally showcase our experts and Elia Group through keynote speeches, project presentations, debates, panel discussions, etc.
  • You will form part of the crisis communications team.  
     

Your Profile

 

What skills and experience are we looking for? 

 

  • You are a native speaker of English and have proven copywriting skills. You have a rich vocabulary and write flawlessly. You (preferably) hold a university degree and 5 to 10 years of experience as a copywriter, communications officer, spokesperson, or journalist. Knowledge of the energy sector is a plus. 
  • You are content-driven and can quickly familiarise yourself with complex topics and translate them into clear and comprehensive messages. You can prioritise your work and differentiate between tasks which are pressing and those which can wait. You understand what you are writing about and ask for help when you are unsure or require clarification. You are open to feedback, flexible, and welcome suggestions about and changes to your work from direct colleagues and staff from across the organisation. You’re comfortable with working in a dynamic environment in which content is regularly fine-tuned due to rapid evolutions in the energy sector.
  • You take the initiative. You are a networker who stays in close contact with different business units and actively solicits information and interesting stories from your colleagues. You are able to manage individuals who hold different levels of seniority with the organisation. . You keep up to speed with current events and global developments in the European energy sector.
  • You contribute in an open and creative manner to different communication projects and initiatives. Once your tasks and responsibilities have been defined for a project, you are able to work with a high degree of autonomy. If you are unsure about anything, you contact the relevant team and your manager. You enjoy making a difference and taking on responsibility and ownership of your work. You have a high degree of individual responsibility and are flexible in terms of your working hours and like to work in an international context. For example, you will occasionally travel to Berlin for joint projects with our German colleagues from 50Hertz.
  • You have a positive outlook on life, are a team player, and come up with solutions to every problem. Since your role will involve continuous and close working with internal and external partners, you are very customer-oriented, and you invest a lot of time in coordinating and aligning your work with the desired result.
     

Offer

 

What can we offer you? 

 

You will join an international and dynamic energy company that employs passionate employees who work in the interest of society. We are a driver of the energy transition and are strongly focused on innovation. Talented staff are given every opportunity to succeed. All employees are supported to develop professionally. You will join an international team that works from Brussels or Berlin and undertakes regular trips between both head offices.
 

  • Salary: a competitive salary package, allowance for representation expenses, year-end bonus, double vacation pay, meal vouchers (€8 per working day), eco-vouchers, sport & culture vouchers, bonuses based on individual and group results. 
  • Insurance: group insurance, hospitalisation insurance, ambulant care insurance for the whole family and also personal accident insurance. 
  • Vacation: You will be entitled to 20 vacation days and 5 additional vacation days, 6 local days, 4 exempt days (after 1 year of employment) and up to 5 long-service days (1 day for every 3 years in employment). 
  • Social fund: Sinterklaas and year-end vouchers, birth and marriage allowance. We will also cover part of the cost of glasses, a dental prosthesis or similar needs. 
  • Communication: you will be given an iPhone, a phone subscription (for work and private use) and a laptop with internet reimbursement. 
  • Private PC plan: once every 3 years, a budget will be made available to you for a PC/tablet with software & peripherals for personal use. 
  • Discounts: you will enjoy a 30% discount on your gas and electricity bill. 
  • Mobility: we will offer you a company car and public transport or a mobility budget. 
  • Elia shares: Elia will give you the opportunity to subscribe to shares with a discount of 16.66% on the average share price. 

Location

 

Keizerslaan 20, 1000 Brussels

After a first training period, homeworking will be possible several days per week.

There’s something electric in the air with this job offer!

In exchange for your work and dedication, you enjoy the following benefits:

A job full of variety with a top employer: Elia encourages innovation and collaboration. Within our company you will be at the forefront of the energy transition, and you will have the chance to contribute to ground-breaking technologies designed to accelerate this transition. It is a one-of-a-kind opportunity to further develop your knowledge and skills.

Focus on personal growth and well-being at work: Discover a wide range of professional training and coaching opportunities that are guaranteed to give your personal growth a solid boost.  At the same time, as a top employer, we put maximum effort into a positive work culture in which your well-being is central.

Development opportunities for a challenging career: At Elia, we encourage you to seek out and seize new professional opportunities. You will enjoy complete freedom to shape your career on your own terms.

A diverse team of passionate colleagues: Elia puts a high value on diversity and inclusion. You will join a diverse and passionate team that enjoys sharing knowledge and leading the way towards a more sustainable future together.

These are just a few of the benefits that distinguish Elia as a Top Employer. We are convinced that your contribution to our team will be invaluable and look forward to welcoming you soon!

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