Senior Communications Specialist, Europe

Core responsibilities:

• Support the development and implementation of EDF Europe's communications strategies for methane and the energy transition, including transport and other priority sectors.
• Manage external consultants and partners, ensuring clear briefs, proactive planning, and strong execution of communications initiatives.
• Draft and produce media materials including press releases, commentary, and blogs; support media outreach and relationship-building with key journalists and editors.
• Develop and manage digital content across EDF Europe's owned channels, including editorial calendars, social media posts, visual coordination, and performance reporting.

This role helps shape and implement integrated communications strategies that build visibility and advocacy impact across Europe, promoting powerful messages about methane abatement, data transparency, policy solutions, and industry readiness to address climate change and support the energy transition.

Required skills and experience:

• Bachelor's degree in communications, journalism, digital media, public relations, or related field with at least 4 years of relevant professional experience.
• Demonstrated experience creating and managing content across social and digital platforms (e.g., LinkedIn, X, Paid ads).
• Strong writing and editing skills, with a portfolio of content for web, social, or campaigns.
• Working knowledge of digital analytics, SEO, and performance tracking.
• Experience supporting or leading media outreach and engagement strategies.
• Interest in methane and climate action, with an understanding of how targeted work contributes to broader environmental and energy transition goals.

Compensation and benefits:

• Competitive salary based on location: Belgium: EUR 60,000-66,000; Netherlands: EUR 57,000-63,000; UK: GBP 42,000-48,000
• Strong total rewards package encompassing robust benefits and professional development opportunities
• Hybrid flexible working arrangements supported
• Commitment to building a vibrant culture and organizational effectiveness

Environmental Defense Fund is a fast-paced nonprofit with a growing staff of more than 1,000 people in nearly 30 countries that delivers game-changing solutions to cut pollution and strengthen people's ability to thrive despite climate change effects, working from local communities to governments worldwide.