EU/NATO Public Affairs Specialist, Brussels

Terma Group; Brussel; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Terma Group is seeking an EU/NATO Public Affairs Specialist to monitor and analyze EU and NATO policy developments, share insights, and keep colleagues informed. The role sits within Terma’s European Office and emphasizes analysis, information sharing, and liaison across functions.

Ideal candidates bring 2-3 years in public affairs, a relevant Master’s degree, and the ability to explain policy developments to non-specialists. Travel across Europe is expected as needed.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of experience in public affairs (in-house or consultancy) or a related field.
• Master’s degree in political science, European affairs, business, law, or a related field.
• Fluency in English, written and spoken at a professional level.
• Experience with EU institutions, NATO, or the defense policy environment is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Follow EU and NATO policies, programs and initiatives relevant to Terma and report on developments and risks.
• Turn complex information into clear insights, briefings and analysis for colleagues across the organisation.
• Attend relevant European and transatlantic policy forums and conferences to gather information and maintain contact with policy stakeholders.
• Prepare for and take part in general policy information exchanges with the European Commission, European Parliament, Permanent Representations and NATO.
• Contribute to Terma’s public affairs work on policy and legislative files, including drafting policy input and supporting materials.
• Monitor legislative developments and assess their policy and regulatory impact on the defense industry and Terma’s operating environment.
• Provide colleagues with policy-driven background information and analysis on EU and NATO developments.

Skills

Policy analysis

Clear communication

EU/NATO familiarity

Education

Master’s degree in political science or European affairs

Job description

Would you like to play a meaningful role in following and analyzing EU and NATO policy developments and sharing insight with colleagues? In this role, you will monitor political and regulatory developments, prepare analysis and keep the organization informed. Come and join us!

We are facing an exciting future with considerable growth and demanding changes, as we deliver advanced technologies and mission critical solutions for the defense and aerospace industry. Our systems provide security for people on land, at sea and in the air. Therefore, we are looking for an EU/NATO Public Affairs Specialist to become part of this journey and contribute to our overall purpose – securing people through advanced technology.

Your role as part of the team

As our new EU/NATO Public Affairs Specialist, you are a contributor to Terma’s European Office. You will monitor and analyze political and regulatory developments in the EU and NATO and share them as information and analysis with colleagues across Terma, helping the organization stay informed about a complex and fast-evolving defense and security policy landscape.

The role is primarily about information and analysis: understanding what is happening in Brussels and NATO and explaining the policy and regulatory background and why it matters. You will work closely with colleagues across functions, with a strong focus on analysis, information sharing and general liaison.

Technical skills matter, but your mindset matters even more. You are proactive, independent and take ownership of your work. Curious and eager to learn, you have an interest in technology, industry and defense. You build strong relationships with ease, thrive in international environments and bring a reliable, detail-oriented and open-minded approach to your work.

Experience from abroad is an advantage as this role requires regular travel across Europe.

How you will make a meaningful contribution

In this role, you will contribute to a range of tasks across your area of responsibility. Your key responsibilities include:

Policy monitoring and analysis

• Follow EU and NATO policies, programs and initiatives relevant to Terma and report on developments and risks
• Turn complex information into clear insights, briefings and analysis for colleagues across the organisation

Information gathering and liaison

• Attend relevant European and transatlantic policy forums and conferences to gather information and maintain general contact with policy stakeholders
• Prepare for and take part in general policy information exchanges with the European Commission, European Parliament, Permanent Representations and NATO

Regulatory and legislative monitoring

• Contribute to Terma’s general public affairs work on policy and legislative files, including drafting policy input and supporting material
• Monitor legislative developments and assess their general policy and regulatory impact on the defense industry and Terma’s operating environment

Internal information support

• Provide colleagues across Terma with policy-driven background information and analysis on EU and NATO developments

Bring your expertise into play

To thrive in this role, we imagine that you bring some of the following qualifications:

• 2-3 years of experience in public affairs (in-house or consultancy) or a related field
• Master’s degree in political science, European affairs, business, law, or a related field
• Able to explain policy and regulatory developments clearly and accurately to a non-specialist audience
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities
• Experience working with or around EU institutions, NATO, or the defense policy environment is an advantage as well as solid understanding of how EU and NATO institution’s function

Most importantly, we believe diverse experiences add value to our team and organization.

As we are an international organization, it is important that you are fluent in English both in writing and verbal at a professional level.

Let’s secure people through advanced technology

When joining Terma, we promise that you will experience great people, challenging tasks, and opportunities to make an impact on your daily work. Our culture is built on trust, collaboration, and open knowledge sharing, supporting your development along the way. Learning is part of everyday work, supported by colleagues at all stages of their careers – from students just starting out, to colleagues who have been part of Terma for decades.

We are all Terma - diverse in skills and equal in value.

That is why we and are committed to ensuring that every employee has equal opportunities to succeed and feel respected and valued within our organization We strive to create an environment where all employees have equal opportunities to succeed, feel respected and valued, and experience a true sense of belonging.

To support an unbiased evaluation process, we kindly encourage applicants to omit personal details such as photos and age from their applications.

Do you have any questions regarding the position?

Feel free to contact Hiring Manager on e-mail: [e-mail]