EU Defense & Public Affairs Director

Thales Group; Brussel Hoofdstad; Hybrid; EUR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Thales Group in Brussels is seeking an EU Defense Director to represent the Group with EU institutions and agencies active in defence, managing public affairs and key account responsibilities.

Based in the Brussels Office, you will build an account plan, define advocacy strategy, monitor regulatory developments, coordinate positions, and drive funding capture and order intake through internal teams.

Qualifications

• 5–10 years of experience in policy making, public affairs, or related roles within EU institutions.
• Proven ability to build trust with EU bodies and coordinate advocacy.
• Experience in capturing EU funding is a plus.
• Excellent communication and networking skills; fluent in English and French.

Responsibilities

• Act as the single face to EU institutions and agencies for Thales.
• Develop and lead the advocacy strategy across defence topics.
• Identify procurement opportunities and align with group business units.
• Coordinate internal capture teams to close opportunities.
• Represent Thales in policy debates and stakeholder engagements.

Skills

EU policy

Public affairs

Key account mgmt

Business development

Negotiation

Networking

English (C1)

French (C1)

Job description

Thales Group in Brussels is seeking an EU Defense Director to represent the Group with EU institutions and agencies active in defence, managing public affairs and key account responsibilities.

Based in the Brussels Office, you will build an account plan, define advocacy strategy, monitor regulatory developments, coordinate positions, and drive funding capture and order intake through internal teams.