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Senior Advisor in European Public Affairs
Job Description
Integrated to the EUPA (European Public Affairs – Public Diplomacy) department in Brussels, the Senior Advisor will be responsible for conducting public affairs and communication campaigns on behalf of the agency’s clients (governments, private companies, associations and other organisations), as well as for managing client accounts.
He or she will be part of a team of approximately 15 people, working under the supervision of the department’s managers. The working languages are English and French.
Within a fast-growing agency, he or she will be responsible for the following tasks
- Day-to-day strategic and operational advice
- Strategic and operational management of European public affairs campaigns
- Definition of influence strategies at European level
- Drafting of public affairs documents (position papers, letters, requests for meetings, amendments, responses to public consultations, etc.)
- Team management and supervision
- Day-to-day client relationship
- Participation in the commercial development of the agency in Brussels
Required profile
You have impeccable writing and interpersonal skills, a thorough knowledge of the European institutional ecosystem and of the current European issues, as well as an interest in political and institutional communication. You have at least 5 years of experience in European public affairs. You are organised and ideally already have experience in project and/or team management. You are able to manage several tasks with conflicting deadlines, while remaining rigorous at all times. You like human contact and particularly enjoy working in a team. You will also be able to work in a team environment and be able to contribute to the positioning of the division and the agency in the Brussels market.
Essential qualities
- Minimum 5 years of experience in European public affairs
- Perfect command of English and French, and ideally, good knowledge of a third language (German, Spanish, Deutch)
- Excellent writing skills
- Autonomy, rigour, proactivity
- Knowledge of European political and regulatory challenges and market trends
- Commercial acumen
- Team player, sense of community
ADVISER IN EUROPEAN PUBLIC AFFAIRS
Job Description
The Adviser will be integrated in the EUPA (European Affairs Department of the Group) of the Brussels office. He or she will assist the team in developing and implementing European public affairs and communication campaigns for the agency’s clients: governments, companies, associations and other organizations with an international dimension.
He or she will be supported by a team of about fifteen people under the supervision of the manager of the department.
Within a fast-growing agency, he or she will be responsible of the following:
- Monitoring EU legislative and regulatory developments
- Writing reports, briefing notes, letters and any type of communication materials
- Formulating recommendations for engagement with European stakeholders
- Participating in client meetings and in the development of business proposals
Required profile
You have an excellent understanding of the European political environment, its stakeholders and the decision-making process.
You are looking for a rich, lively and challenging professional environment where initiative and a taste for business are valued.
You are excellent in managing several tasks at the same time, while remaining rigorous at all times.
More than a particular degree or school, you have been able to create your own academic path, especially through extra-curricular activities. You are a born team worker and enjoy human contact.
You are naturally curious, eager to learn and meet new people. You want to take responsibility and be part of a fast-growing company with a long-term perspective.
And in addition to being talented, you’re particularly nice and passionate about your passions.
Required qualities
- Perfect command of English and French, and ideally, good knowledge of a third language (German, Spanish, Deutch)
- Autonomy, rigor, eye for detail, initiative
- Curiosity for European and business-related news
- Excellent writing skills
- Team spirit
Experience
- At least 6 months experience in European public affairs (in an agency or in a company)
- Experience in a European institution (e.g. European Parliament or Commission) appreciated
Academic background
- At least a Master’s degree in political science, business, law, journalism or other related subjects.