Policy Officer - Brussels

Michael Page (Belgium); Brussel; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Permanent position

Meaningful impact

European/international policy work

Collaborative environment

Job summary

Michael Page International (Belgium) in Brussels is seeking a Policy Officer to monitor and analyse European and international policy developments relevant to consumers and businesses.

You will conduct research, translate complex policy into clear recommendations, support advocacy initiatives, and engage with senior stakeholders across regulatory bodies and industry.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Economics, Business, Public Policy, Political Science, or a related discipline.
• Relevant experience in public affairs, policy, advocacy, consultancy, regulatory affairs, or a comparable environment.
• Strong understanding of economic and market trends and their impact on consumers and businesses.
• Good knowledge of the European policy and regulatory landscape.
• Excellent analytical, research, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to simplify complex topics for different audiences.
• Proven ability to build relationships and engage effectively with senior stakeholders.
• Confident, proactive, and capable of representing an organization externally.
• Collaborative team player with strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Fluent in English; additional European languages are considered an asset.
• Innovative and solution-oriented mindset, with the ability to identify opportunities and challenge conventional thinking.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and analyse European and international policy, regulatory, and market developments relevant to consumers and businesses.
• Conduct research and provide evidence-based analysis on economic, regulatory, and market-related topics.
• Translate complex policy, economic, and regulatory information into clear recommendations and strategic insights.
• Support the development and implementation of advocacy, public affairs, and policy initiatives.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with policymakers, industry representatives, regulatory bodies, and other key stakeholders.
• Represent the organization in meetings, conferences, working groups, and external events.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to maximize the impact of policy and advocacy activities.
• Prepare policy papers, briefing notes, position statements, and stakeholder communications.
• Support the planning and execution of stakeholder engagement activities and events.
• Identify emerging trends, challenges, and opportunities, and contribute innovative ideas to strengthen the organization's influence and impact.

Skills

Policy analysis

Stakeholder engagement

Public affairs

Research

Strategic thinking

Policy writing

Education

Master's degree in Economics, Business, Public Policy, Political Science, or related

Job description

• Make a tangible impact
• Grow in an international environment

About Our Client

With a strong international presence, the organization collaborates with policymakers, industry leaders, regulatory bodies, and civil society stakeholders to address evolving economic and societal challenges. Its multidisciplinary approach combines analytical expertise, evidence-based policy development, and constructive dialogue to drive meaningful and lasting impact.

Job Description

As a Policy Officer your responsibilities are:

• Monitor and analyse European and international policy, regulatory, and market developments relevant to consumers and businesses.
• Conduct research and provide evidence-based analysis on economic, regulatory, and market-related topics.
• Translate complex policy, economic, and regulatory information into clear recommendations and strategic insights.
• Support the development and implementation of advocacy, public affairs, and policy initiatives.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with policymakers, industry representatives, regulatory bodies, and other key stakeholders.
• Represent the organization in meetings, conferences, working groups, and external events.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to maximize the impact of policy and advocacy activities.
• Prepare policy papers, briefing notes, position statements, and stakeholder communications.
• Support the planning and execution of stakeholder engagement activities and events.
• Identify emerging trends, challenges, and opportunities, and contribute innovative ideas to strengthen the organization's influence and impact.

The Successful Applicant

A successful Policy Officer should have:

• Master's degree in Economics, Business, Public Policy, Political Science, or a related discipline.
• Relevant experience in public affairs, policy, advocacy, consultancy, regulatory affairs, or a comparable environment.
• Strong understanding of economic and market trends and their impact on consumers and businesses.
• Good knowledge of the European policy and regulatory landscape.
• Excellent analytical, research, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to simplify complex topics for different audiences.
• Proven ability to build relationships and engage effectively with senior stakeholders.
• Confident, proactive, and capable of representing an organization externally.
• Collaborative team player with strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Fluent in English; additional European languages are considered an asset.
• Innovative and solution-oriented mindset, with the ability to identify opportunities and challenge conventional thinking.

What's on Offer

Our customer offers you:

• A permanent position
• An opportunity to make a meaningful impact
• Engagement in European and international policy initiatives
• A supportive and collaborative work environment