EU Public Affairs Consultant (Brussels)

Political Intelligence S.L.; Brussel; On-site; EUR 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working from home

Job summary

Political Intelligence España is seeking a Consultant passionate about EU health and food policies to assess policy impacts and design public affairs strategies for diverse clients. You will manage key client accounts, design and implement strategies, and engage with stakeholders at all levels within the EU policy arena.

The role requires strong analytical and strategic thinking, with hands-on experience in EU policymaking and a deep understanding of health and food policy challenges.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in EU public affairs and a good understanding of the EU policy making process.
• Strong analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Experience in developing strategies, leading advocacy campaigns, and advising clients on political/regulatory challenges.
• Collaboration with colleagues and ability to work independently; clear, actionable briefs for corporate clients.
• Excellent English and French skills (C1) in speaking, writing, and reading.

Responsibilities

• Support client accounts in planning, coordination, and delivery of work with high-quality outputs.
• Monitor health & food sector policy developments and provide critical analytical insights.
• Develop and contribute to public affairs strategies aligned with client objectives.
• Engage with stakeholders including EC officials, MEPs, and industry representatives.
• Support pitches, proposals, and new business opportunities while mentoring junior colleagues.

Skills

EU public affairs

Analytical skills

Strategic capabilities

Stakeholder engagement

Client management

Teamwork

Job description

Our Public Affairs consultancy is seeking a Consultant who is passionate about EU health & food policies and play an important role in assessing policy impacts and designing and executing public affairs strategies for our clients. You will provide insights on emerging trends, risks and opportunities while engaging with key EU stakeholders.

As a Consultant you will be managing key client accounts, designing, and implementing Public Affairs strategies, as well as engaging with stakeholders at all levels.

This role requires exceptionally strong analytical and strategic capabilities, sound political judgement, and hands-on experience with EU policy making process. The ideal candidate has a deep and holistic understanding of the challenges shaping policymaking at the intersection of health & food policy sector.

Are you ready to join a firm with over 25 years of experience and enhance your expertise? Do you want to tackle challenging policy issues and influence EU policy and decision-making? If so, you could be the professional we are looking for!

Main Responsibilities

• Support client accounts in the planning, coordination, and delivery of work, contributing to high-quality outputs and high client satisfaction
• Stay on top of policy developments in health & food sector, debates, legislation, and regulatory trends, providing clients with critical and analytical insights
• Develop and contribute to the implementation of public affairs strategies that align with client and company objectives, and advise on strategic positioning, action plans, and campaigns
• Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including European Commission officials, MEPs, and industry representatives, and actively network by attending relevant sector events and policymaking debates
• Contribute to team coordination and support junior colleagues where relevant, while contributing to new business opportunities, including supporting pitches and preparing proposals

What We’re Looking For

• Proven experience in EU public affairs with a minimum of 1 to 3 years experience in a similar role in another consultancy, EU institution, think tank, or NGO, and a very good understanding of the EU policy making process, including key stakeholders.
• Experience in developing strategies, leading advocacy campaigns, and advising clients on political and regulatory challenges.
• Exceptional analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills, along with strong business acumen, political judgement, and a proactive, can-do attitude.
• A collaborative team player who thrives in teamwork, supports colleagues, but can also work independently; someone who values efficiency and knows how to communicate effectively with corporate clients, translating complex policy into clear and actionable briefs.
• Excellent speaking, writing, and reading skills in English (at least C1) and French (C1)

What We Offer

• A dynamic and collaborative work environment in a modern workspace.
• Opportunities for professional development and career growth.
• A chance to shape the future of EU energy public affairs at a leading agency.
• Competitive benefits, including extra vacation days and flexible working from home options.
• A strong company culture based on feedback and transparency.