About the Job
The Joint Office of the European Savings and Retail Banking Group (ESBG) and the World Savings and Retail Banking Institute (WSBI) is seeking to recruit an:
Assistant to the Regulatory Affairs Department (M/F/D)
About WSBI-ESBG
The World Savings and Retail Banking Institute (WSBI) and the European Savings and Retail Banking Group (ESBG) together represent a strong global and European network of 6,400 savings and retail banks across five continents, serving 1.7 billion customers worldwide. As the world’s oldest and largest international banking association, WSBI-ESBG champions financial inclusion, sustainable growth, and responsible banking, empowering its members to thrive in an ever-evolving regulatory and digital landscape .
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The Role
As Assistant to the Regulatory Affairs Department, you will play a key role in ensuring the smooth and efficient functioning of the unit and its team. You will provide essential administrative and organisational support to the Department Director and its Advisors, helping them focus on their core work. Your responsibilities will range from coordinating internal duties, reporting and communications within our member banks and external stakeholders, especially with regard to organisation of committees and task-force meetings and supporting day-to-day operations.
This position is an excellent opportunity for a highly organised and detail-oriented professional who enjoys working in an international, multicultural environment and supporting a dynamic team.
Key Responsibilities
* Provide day-to-day administrative support to the Regulatory Affairs Department Director and staff (around 8 people)
* Manage the agenda of the Department’s Director.
* Assist with documents’ publication and communication within member banks and external stakeholders including proofreading, formatting, and preparing summaries.
* Organise meetings and logistics:
* Schedule and manage virtual meetings (mainly via Microsoft Teams).
* Arrange meeting rooms for face-to-face meetings.
* Support departmental events and travel arrangements.
* Carry out general administrative duties and maintain simple databases.
* Perform other support tasks as required.
* Manage distribution lists and participants lists for Committees, Taskforces and Working Groups.
* Manage and update accreditations for Departments members within the European Institutions.
Profile
* Previous experience in an assistant or administrative role is preferred; experience in an international or financial environment is a plus but not required.
* Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
* Strong communication and interpersonal skills in a multicultural environment.
* Fluency in English (native level); knowledge of other EU languages is an asset.
* Proficiency in MS Office tools (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook) and SharePoint
What We Offer
* Competitive remuneration package with additional benefits (group insurance, health insurance, meal vouchers).
* A dynamic, multicultural work environment in the heart of Brussels.
Application Process
Interested candidates are invited to send a CV and cover letter by email to hr@savings-banks.org by 30 September 2025.