Senior Consultant Internal & Change

Company name   Whyte Corporate Affairs 

Offices                  Brussels (HQ) and Antwerp 

Structure               Partnership of 6 

Size                      35 

Website                 www.whyte.be 

                             https://www.instagram.com/whytecorp/ 

                             https://twitter.com/Whyte_CA 

                             https://www.facebook.com/Whyte-Corporate-Affairs-1409261555963462/ 

 

Our business 

 Whyte Corporate Affairs is the leading independent Belgian consultancy specializing in corporate communications, crisis communications, media relations, public affairs and internal communications & change. Founded in 2008 by 4 partners, still on board today, one of the strengths of our agency lies in our integrated approach. We remove barriers between practices, disciplines and teams. And we combine our skills to achieve the best results for our clients - as a cohesive team. 

In a world where relationships between companies and their stakeholders are becoming increasingly complex, Whyte has been growing steadily for over a decade. 

Our team is our most valuable asset. It has around 35 enthusiastic consultants with very complementary backgrounds, who share the same passion for corporate communication. 

Stakeholder oriented, objective driven. That is why we strongly believe in the integration between what is traditionally considered to be ‘corporate communications’ and ‘public affairs’. We tear down the walls and combine the best of both worlds. 

Internal communication is about making sense within the organisation, on all levels and at any time. 

The days when internal communication was limited to a simple operational function are over. Internal communication has become a strategic tool which contributes directly to the achievement of business goals. 

Responsibilities 

 

  • You work for a wide range of clients from different sectors: chemicals, logistics, food, retail, banking, energy, real estate, pharmaceuticals, etc. 

  • You support the client’s executive, communication, HR and transformation teams 

  • You are responsible for the general monitoring of your clients' internal communication projects: developing and implementing communication strategies, drafting press releases, establishing press lists, identifying important stakeholders for your client, monitoring the media, work on translations, carry out documentary research, meet with clients, etc. 

  • You keep an eye on the bigger picture by integrating employee and change communication in a broader corporate affairs strategy;   

  • You create and animate workshops and trainings 

  • You contribute internally to the development of our Internal & Change department 

Education      Bachelor’s degree in a relevant subject or a master’s degree 

Languages   Dutch: native alike ; English and French: fluent 

 

Professional experience 

 

  • You have minimum 7-10 years of experience in HR/change communication (in-house or consultancy)  

  • You develop long-term relationships of trust with your customers 

  • You have a strategic vision and the ability to translate your client's needs into a tailor-made offer 

  • You know how to manage a budget 

  • Experience in consultancy is an asset 

 

Personal skills 

 

  • You communicate easily at executive level 

  • You like to take initiatives, you like challenges and have a good track record in this area. 

  • You have the gift of seducing everyone thanks to your excellent written and oral communication skills. 

  • You have a good knowledge of the Belgian media, of the functioning of Belgian politics and of our society (unions, interest groups, professional associations, etc.) 

  • You are aware of the current trend of digital and visual communication and master digital media and tools. 

  • You are solutions and results oriented 

  • You make decisions quickly and take action 

  • You have the talent to actively use your network. 

  • You have good organizational and planning skills. 

  • You are known for your creative and critical mind and you have a real team spirit. 

Within Whyte, you will be part of a communication consultancy that offers: 

  • Stimulating job within a steadily growing and innovative Corporate Affairs consultancy;   

  • Flexibility in your work (when & where – the result matters);  

  • Enthusiastic colleagues (30+) with a great team spirit and a “work hard, play harder” mindset;  

  • High level and interesting assignments in diverse industries;  

  • Stylish working environment in our Brussels and Antwerp based offices;  

  • Possibility to contribute to the further development of our business;   

  • A full-time contract with a competitive package (part-time 4/5 is also an option).