Community Manager & Researcher – Strategy in Action Platform

About the role

Vlerick Business School is seeking an enthusiastic Community Manager & Researcher to lead its Strategy in Action Platform (SIAP). You will nurture a network of senior strategy executives, deliver high‑impact events, and generate research that fuels the community’s learning and growth.

Key responsibilities

• Act as the single point of contact for platform members, maintaining regular dialogue to understand their needs and challenges.
• Design, organise and co‑deliver workshops, webinars and other events, selecting topics, speakers and case studies that maximise value.
• Conduct desk research, collect and analyse data, and produce reports to support platform activities.
• Identify prospective member companies, build a pipeline with the SIAP Director, and drive community expansion.
• Represent Vlerick Business School at B2B networking events and explore new business models to enhance the platform.
• Create and disseminate content across the website, social media, brochures and other communication channels.
• Support related strategy initiatives such as corporate partnerships, tailored workshops and executive education programmes.

Required profile

• Master’s degree with at least five years of relevant professional experience.
• Proven track record of building relationships with senior executives.
• Strong commercial drive and perseverance.
• Established network of executives in Belgium and beyond, or ability to develop one.
• Passion for corporate strategy and solid analytical capabilities.

Required skills

• Proficiency with AI tools and digital solutions to improve efficiency.

What we offer

• Opportunity to work within a top‑ranked international business school.
• Access to cutting‑edge academic resources and a vibrant executive community.
• Professional development in strategy research and community leadership.