About Us
We’re the world’s leading provider of secure financial messaging services, headquartered in Belgium. We are the way the world moves value – across borders, through cities and overseas. No other organisation can address the scale, precision, pace and trust that this demands, and we’re proud to support the global economy. We’re unique too. We were established to find a better way for the global financial community to move value – a reliable, safe and secure approach that the community can trust, completely. We’re always striving to be better and are constantly evolving in an ever-changing landscape, without undermining that trust. Five decades on, our vibrant community reflects the complexity and diversity of the financial ecosystem. We innovate diligently, test exhaustively, then implement fast. In a connected and exciting era, our mission has never been more relevant. Swift now has a presence in 200+ countries and legal territories to serve a community of more than 12,000 banks and financial institutions.
Please read the information in this job post thoroughly to understand exactly what is expected of potential candidates.
Shape the voice of governance at the heart of global finance.
At SWIFT, governance is not a formality — it safeguards the integrity of the global financial ecosystem.
Role Overview
We are creating a new role for a Regulatory & Governance Communications professional who will operate at the centre of Board engagement, shareholder communications, and regulatory transparency. This is a high‑visibility position working directly with Corporate Secretariat, Governance leaders, and Executive Management — ensuring our governance narrative is clear, credible, and trusted by stakeholders worldwide. If you enjoy translating complex regulatory and governance topics into compelling, precise communication that influences senior decision‑makers, this role offers a rare opportunity to make real impact.
What You’ll Be Responsible For
- Acting as the trusted communications advisor to Governance and Corporate Secretariat teams.
- Crafting high‑impact materials for:
- Board reporting
- AGM briefings
- Shareholder communications
- Governance updates
- Policy and regulatory communications
- Supporting executive leadership with governance‑related messaging and stewardship narratives.
- Managing communications with shareholders, Board members, regulators, and member institutions.
- Ensuring messaging aligns with regulatory expectations and internal governance standards.
- Strengthening transparency, credibility, and accountability through clear and consistent storytelling.
Why This Role Is Unique
- You will operate at Board level.
- You will influence governance communications at global scale.
- You will shape messaging in a highly regulated, mission‑critical environment.
- You will work at the intersection of communications, regulation, and corporate governance.
- This is a newly created role — giving you the opportunity to define and elevate the function.
What We’re Looking For
- 4+ years of experience in corporate communications, strategic communications, investor relations, or governance communications — ideally within financial services or a global organisation.
- Demonstrated experience drafting Board materials, governance updates, or regulatory communications.
- Exceptional writing and editing skills — with the ability to simplify complex regulatory topics without losing precision.
- Strong stakeholder management skills and executive presence.
- High discretion and sound judgement when handling sensitive information.
- Fluency in English (additional languages are a plus).
- A degree in Communications or a related field (Bachelor’s or Master’s).
The Profile That Will Thrive Here
- Detail‑oriented yet strategic.
- Comfortable engaging senior leaders and Board members.
- Able to operate independently in a matrixed, multicultural environment.
- Calm under pressure and confident navigating complex governance topics.
- Motivated by purpose and institutional impact.
What We Offer
- We give you control of your career.
- We provide a competitive package.
- We help you perform at your best.
- We give you the freedom to be yourself.
- We help you make a difference.
We put you in control of your career. We give you a competitive package. We help you perform at your best. We help you make a difference. We give you the freedom to be yourself.
We are creating an environment of unique individuals – like you – with different perspectives on the financial industry and the world. A diverse and inclusive environment in which everyone’s voice counts and where you can reach your full potential.
We are committed to an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. If you require a reasonable accommodation related to accessibility during your application or interview, please contact or indicate this in your application.
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Don’t meet every single requirement? xwzovoh At Swift, we are dedicated to building a workplace where people can bring their full selves and ideas to the team, so if you are excited about this role, we encourage you to apply even if you do not meet every single qualification.
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