Public Affairs Expert - Wyre (Joint Venture Telenet x Fluvius) at Telenet

Mechelen, Antwerp, Belgium -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

06 Sep, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

08 Jun, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Public Affairs, Relationship Management, Communication Skills, Strategic Thinking, Proactive Attitude, Policy Knowledge, Digital Infrastructure, Community Engagement

Industry

Telecommunications

Description

Welcome to Wyre, a brand-new infrastructure company in the market with the mission of successfully rolling out the network of the future. Wyre made its debut on July 1, 2023, and was born from a powerful collaboration between two leading companies: Telenet and Fluvius.  At Wyre, we aim to create an inclusive environment where everyone feels welcome, regardless of background, gender, ethnicity, or any disabilities. We are proud of our identity in which our corporate values - "Be Ambitious, Be Brave, Be Real & Be One" - are fully embraced. These values are the result of teamwork and guide us in achieving our goals and strengthening our culture.  Since personal growth is actively encouraged within Wyre, we are ready to support you in reaching your full potential through internal career opportunities and a wide range of learning opportunities. If you are looking for an exciting and challenging environment where you can contribute to a growth story, then Wyre is the place for you! Working in the Public Affairs and Regulatory Affairs team: The Public Affairs and Regulatory Affairs team plays a crucial role in navigating complex regulations and maintaining relationships with government agencies and other stakeholders. We assist Wyre in achieving its strategic goals by promoting a favorable regulatory environment and advocating for Wyre's interests with policymakers at all levels. Your Responsibilities as Public Affairs Expert: At Wyre, we are not just building a new fiber network; we are also committed to building sustainable relationships. * As a public affairs expert, you are the connecting link between our fiber company and local governments. You will establish relationships with mayors, aldermen, and other local policymakers. Your goal? Ensuring they understand the importance of our fiber network installation. * You will engage the local community in our plans and ensure they are excited about our fiber network. * Together with your team members, you will identify the necessary steps to propose policy changes that support our ambitions for digital infrastructure, whether it's adjusting permitting procedures or creating new regulations. * You will monitor the impact of fiber rollout at the local level, identify obstacles, and work with stakeholders to find solutions. * You will detect external signals and analyze them together with all necessary internal teams. * You contribute to building a long-term, sustainable political narrative that supports Wyre’s ambitions, beyond individual permits or incidents. * You act as the internal reference point for local political strategy, ensuring that political positions, sensitivities and priorities are clearly communicated to relevant internal stakeholders (e.g. rollout teams, legal, operations, communications, management). * You proactively translate political developments and stakeholder expectations into actionable internal guidance, scenarios and decision-making support. * You play an escalation and support role for internal colleagues, helping to unblock sensitive or complex dossiers (“hot issues”) by providing political insight, context and relationship leverage. * You facilitate internal alignment moments (briefings, updates, steering discussions) to ensure that Wyre’s local public affairs strategy is understood, shared and carried consistently across the organization. Our ideal Public Affairs Expert: * You speak and write fluently in Dutch and English. * You have at least 5 years of experience in public affairs, with a focus on relationship management with local governments and policymakers. * You have strong communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to clearly convey complex topics. * You have proven experience in building and maintaining sustainable relationships within local communities and governments. * You have strategic thinking skills to identify and implement policy changes together with the management. * You have a proactive attitude with the ability to independently take initiatives and turn challenges into opportunities. * You have a thorough knowledge of the local policy context and regulations, preferably within the infrastructure or telecom sector. * You have an affinity for digital infrastructure and a passion for the impact of fiber technology on society. * You identify with our company values: a strong ambition to grow, a brave willingness to embrace new challenges, remaining authentic in everything you do, and enjoying working together towards a common goal! What we offer: * You join a company that invests fully in you and optimizes the work environment according to your needs. This allows you to develop yourself while also maintaining a work-life balance. * You have full autonomy to further develop your expertise. We encourage your personal growth with internal mobility opportunities and extensive learning possibilities, but also give you the chance to hit the pause button or explore a completely different path over time. * You enjoy the company of colleagues who are just as passionate as you are. * You receive a competitive gross monthly salary depending on your experience, complemented by numerous fringe benefits. Feeling curious or already have specific questions? Feel free to contact Annemie Wynants, via annemie.wynants@wyre.be [annemie.wynants@wyre.be]. She is ready to answer your questions and assist you further! Get Wyred, apply now!

Responsibilities

As a Public Affairs Expert, you will establish relationships with local governments and engage the community regarding the fiber network. You will also monitor the impact of the fiber rollout and propose policy changes to support digital infrastructure.