Director of Communications

About This Role

We are seeking a dynamic and visionary Director of Communications to join our Leadership team and drive MedTech Europe into a new era of strategic communication excellence. This senior role offers the opportunity to shape our communications strategy from the ground up while leading a talented team in an environment that values innovation, collaboration, and results.

As a key member of our Leadership team, you'll have the autonomy to implement fresh approaches and drive transformational change across our communications landscape, together with a small team of 4 people. We're looking for someone who thrives on challenge, embraces new directions, and can elevate our communications function to new heights.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Communications

• Develop and execute comprehensive communication strategies aligned with our Strategic Plan (incl. the policy work)
• Lead crisis communication protocols and proactive reputation management initiatives
• Build and maintain strategic media relations across all channels
• Drive thought leadership positioning for executive team and organisation
• Work in close partnership with Director of Public Affairs, and other colleagues, to ensure integrated external messaging and stakeholder engagement

Content Management & Digital Excellence

• Oversee multi-channel content creation and digital platform strategy
• Coordinate cross-departmental content initiatives to ensure unified messaging
• Maintain consistent brand messaging while implementing robust measurement analytics and metrics
• Lead digital transformation of communication touchpoints

Internal Communications

• Manage executive communications and enhance leadership visibility across the organisation
• Support organisational change initiatives through strategic messaging and engagement campaigns
• Facilitate cross-functional collaboration and optimize information flow
• Drive employee engagement through innovative internal communication strategies

Events Leadership

• Lead comprehensive event strategy, logistics, and stakeholder coordination
• Plan and execute major MedTech Europe events (MedTech Forum, CEO Summit, HETHICO and other high-profile gatherings)
• Integrate strategic communications into all event planning for maximum impact
• Drive measurable event ROI through strategic communication integration and analytics

Profile:

Education

• Degree in communication or a closely related field

Leadership & Management

• Proven experience building and leading high-performing communications teams
• Demonstrated ability to operate effectively at the senior leadership level
• Strong track record of driving strategic change and innovation
• Experience collaborating with C-suite executives and board members

Strategic Expertise

• Minimum of 10 years of progressive communications experience with 3+ years in senior leadership roles
• Expertise in integrated communications strategy development and execution
• Strong background in crisis communications and reputation management
• Proven success in multi-channel content strategy and digital communications

Skills & Competencies

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Data-driven approach to communications with strong analytics capabilities
• Experience in event management and execution at scale
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, evolving environment
• Strong project management and organisational skills
• Preferably experience in life science sector

Personal attributes

• Highly motivated self-starter who thrives on driving new initiatives
• Change agent comfortable with ambiguity and excited about charting new territory
• Collaborative leader who can build consensus while driving results
• Strategic thinker with strong execution capabilities
• Adaptable professional ready to embrace evolving priorities and opportunities
• Partnership-focused with demonstrated ability to work closely with peer-level directors and cross-functional leadership teams

What we offer

• A permanent full-time work contract (39h/week) under Belgium law
• Competitive salary package including extra legal benefits
• Be a representative of a well-established and innovative European industry
• Opportunity to be a member of a motivated, dynamic and international team
• Possibility of homeworking 2 days/week

Application instructions

Interested candidates should send a CV in English and a motivation letter to Lucie Turkova, Manager HR, at HR@medtecheurope.org with the Subject: Application – Director Communications.

Deadline of submission: 31 October 2025. Interviews will take place on a rolling basis.

Please note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted.