Director, EU ESG Policy & Advocacy

SHEIN; Brussel; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

SHEIN in Brussels seeks a Senior Manager for EU Policy & Government Relations to lead strategy on ESG policy, regulatory engagement, and advocacy across the EU. Coordinate with senior management, map stakeholders, and develop engagements with political offices and agencies.

You will shape advocacy plans on EPR and circularity, organize briefings, events, and networks, and translate policy insights into actionable business outcomes while maintaining high ethical standards.

Qualifications

• Degree in International Relations, Political Science, Global Studies, Law, Economics, Communications or related field.
• Experience in policy research, development and analysis.
• Strong policy and regulatory network in Brussels.
• EU exposure with Commission/Agency experience would be a plus.
• Experience in ESG (corporate reporting, circularity) is a plus.
• Ability to translate policy engagements into commercial outcomes.
• Strong analytical, presentation and project management skills.
• Fluent English; German or French a plus.

Responsibilities

• Track EU legislative and non-legislative developments related to ESG and their implications for SHEIN’s business.
• Collaborate with Senior Director to develop recommendations for senior management and business units.
• Identify and map key ESG policy stakeholders (officials, regulators, NGOs, industry groups).
• Develop, and support engagement strategies to build strategic relationships with key stakeholders in the EU.
• Formulate and execute advocacy plans in support of SHEIN’s ESG policy positioning.
• Lead the company’s advocacy strategy on EPR and circularity regulations in the EU.
• Identify opportunities to develop social impact initiatives with credible stakeholders.
• Organize meetings and prepare briefing notes/presentations for senior management.
• Lead or support in organizing networking platforms and trade associations.
• Draft reports on EU policy and institutional developments relevant to ESG priorities.
• Organize events on policy areas relevant to ESG priorities with partners and stakeholders.

Skills

Policy engagement

Stakeholder networking

Analytical thinking

Presentation skills

Project management

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor's/Master's in International Relations / Political Science / Global Studies / Law / Economics / Communications

Job description

SHEIN in Brussels seeks a Senior Manager for EU Policy & Government Relations to lead strategy on ESG policy, regulatory engagement, and advocacy across the EU. Coordinate with senior management, map stakeholders, and develop engagements with political offices and agencies.

You will shape advocacy plans on EPR and circularity, organize briefings, events, and networks, and translate policy insights into actionable business outcomes while maintaining high ethical standards.