Head of Policy & Advocacy

Position description

The Swiss Finance Council (SFC) promotes dialogue on financial policy and regulatory developments at European and international level. It represents the interests of internationally active Swiss banks and asset managers and provides a platform for sharing expertise, experience and knowledge with policymakers, including EU institutions through its permanent representative office in Brussels. The SFC articulates and advocates the common interests of its members, develops joint positions and serves as a trusted source of expertise for policymakers, industry stakeholders and the wider financial community.

The Role

For its Brussels office, the SFC is looking for an experienced Head of Policy & Advocacy, reporting directly to the Managing Director.

The Head of Policy & Advocacy will support the Managing Director in the development and implementation of the SFC’s policy, advocacy and stakeholder engagement strategy. The successful candidate will lead and coordinate the work of the policy team, contribute to setting policy and advocacy priorities and provide strategic advice to SFC members.

Alongside these responsibilities, the Head of Policy & Advocacy will lead the SFC’s policy work on asset management regulation and potentially other selected policy areas. The successful candidate will also deputise for the Managing Director when required.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the SFC’s policy work on asset management regulation and potentially other selected thematic areas;
• Lead and coordinate the work of the policy team in line with the SFC’s agreed priorities and strategy;
• Lead and contribute to SFC working groups, working closely with members to develop common positions and advocacy priorities;
• Monitor and assess relevant European political, policy and regulatory developments and provide members with strategic advice on regulatory opportunities, risks and priorities;
• Contribute to the development and implementation of the SFC’s policy and advocacy strategy;
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with EU officials, policymakers, industry associations and other relevant stakeholders, strengthening cooperation with existing partners and identifying opportunities for new alliances;
• Represent the SFC and its members in meetings with policymakers, regulators, industry stakeholders and other external partners;
• Support the Managing Director on policy, advocacy and other strategic matters as required and deputise for the Managing Director when necessary.

Qualifications

• At least 10 years of relevant professional experience in EU-level public policy, regulatory affairs or governmental affairs within the financial services sector;
• Strong knowledge and experience of asset management regulation is highly desirable;
• Proven experience in regulatory and policy positioning and advocacy at European and/or international level;
• In-depth understanding of the political and regulatory challenges facing the financial sector, ideally including the relationship between the EU and third-country financial centres;
• Strong understanding of EU institutions, decision-making processes and legislative procedures;
• A strong track record in senior stakeholder management and engagement;
• Experience in leading, managing or coordinating a team is highly desirable.

Skills and Competencies

• Strong analytical skills and the ability to quickly understand and assess complex policy and regulatory issues;
• Strong organisational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively;
• Strong leadership and coordination skills, combined with a collaborative working style;
• A proactive, pragmatic and solution-oriented mindset, with the ability to work effectively in a dynamic environment;
• A high degree of autonomy, flexibility and sound judgement;
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English. Fluency in German and/or French is an asset;
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to build strong relationships with members and external stakeholders;
• Professional proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word and PowerPoint.

What We Offer

• A senior role with significant responsibility within a small and highly engaged team;
• A dynamic and international working environment at the heart of European financial policymaking;
• The opportunity to work across a wide range of policy issues and engage with senior stakeholders from the financial sector and EU institutions;
• A permanent, full-time position with a competitive salary package and additional benefits;
• A modern workplace in the European quarter in Brussels, with the possibility of part-time home office.

Start date: As of December 2026

Deadline for applications: 20^th November 2026

Application instructions

• Interested candidates are invited to submit a cover letter and CV by email to [email protected];
• For further information, please contact Sandra De Sutter, Operations Manager, at [email protected];
• Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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