Make your mark for patients
We are looking for a Sustainability External Engagement Lead who is collaborative, purpose‑driven and proactive to join us in our Sustainability & Corporate Affairs & Risks team, based in our Brussels office in Belgium.
About The Role
You will play a central role in strengthening our impact as a responsible business and advancing our sustainability vision. You will lead strategic external engagement initiatives, coordinate the interaction of our External Sustainability Advisory Board with senior leadership, and help shape UCB's voice and presence in global sustainability dialogues. In this role, you will work across functions, partner with senior leaders, and support initiatives that create positive impact for patients, communities and society.
Who You'll Work With
You will be working in a team that collaborates closely with Corporate Affairs, Communications, Corporate Strategy and Senior Leadership, including Executive Committee members. You will engage with external experts and partners, regional teams and external stakeholders to amplify UCB's sustainability efforts globally.
What You'll Do
* Coordinate the interactions of UCB External Sustainability Advisory Board with senior leadership, ensuring effective meetings and timely follow-ups.
* Develop and manage the ESAB's annual agenda in partnership with Corporate Strategy and the Head of Sustainability.
* Lead sustainability thought‑leadership initiatives and recommend key global events and partnerships that reinforce UCB's societal impact.
* Develop content and organize impactful participation of UCB leaders at strategic events, ensuring strong internal and external visibility.
* Plan and manage budgets for sustainability‑related events and initiatives to optimize effectiveness and reach.
* Align philanthropic priorities with regional leaders, coordinate annual reporting, and support transparent communication to the Executive Committee and Board of Directors.
Interested?
For this role we're looking for the following education, experience and skills
* Master's degree in a relevant field.
* Experience building trusted relationships with external stakeholders and partners.
* Experience in public or corporate affairs is an advantage.
* Strong communication skills, with the ability to adapt messages across cultural and organizational contexts.
* Ability to plan, organize and drive multi‑stakeholder dialogue with diverse internal and external audiences.
* A resilient, self‑motivated approach, with the ability to challenge constructively and contribute fresh perspectives.
Are you ready to 'go beyond' to create value and make your mark for patients? If this sounds like you, then we would love to hear from you
About Us
UCB is a global biopharmaceutical company, focusing on neurology and immunology. We are over 9.000 people in all four corners of the globe, inspired by patients and driven by science.
Why work with us?
At UCB, we don't just complete tasks, we create value. We aren't afraid to push forward, collaborate, and innovate to make our mark for patients. We have a caring, supportive culture where everyone feels included, respected, and has equal opportunities to do their best work. We 'go beyond' to create value for our patients, and always with a human focus, whether that's on our patients, our employees, or our planet. Working for us, you will discover a place where you can grow, and have the freedom to carve your own career path to achieve your full potential.
At UCB, we've embraced a hybrid-first approach to work, bringing teams together in local hubs to foster collaborative curiosity. Unless expressly stated in the description or precluded by the nature of the position, roles are hybrid with 40% of your time spent in the office.
UCB is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions will be made without regard to any characteristic protected by applicable laws.
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