Senior EU Digital Policy Consultant (Brussels)

Political Intelligence; Brussel Hoofdstad; Hybride; EUR 65 000 - 90 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Professional development opportunities

Extra vacation days

Flexible working from home options

Dynamic and collaborative work environment

Résumé du poste

A public affairs consultancy in Brussels is seeking a Senior Consultant with extensive experience in EU digital policies. You will lead a team, manage client portfolios, and ensure high-quality deliverables while mentoring junior team members. The ideal candidate will have 3-4 years in EU public affairs, strong analytical skills, and excellent communication abilities in English. This role offers a collaborative work environment and opportunities for professional growth, along with competitive benefits and flexible working options.

Qualifications

• 3 to 4 years of experience in EU public affairs.
• Experience in developing and executing strategies.
• Excellent English skills (C1 level).

Responsabilités

• Serve as client lead for project planning and delivery.
• Lead the EU Digital team and implement public affairs strategies.
• Build relationships with key EU stakeholders.
• Build relationships with EC officials, MEPs, and industry stakeholders.

Connaissances

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Political judgement

Proactive attitude

Formation

Bachelor's degree in Political Science

Description du poste

Our Public Affairs consultancy is seeking an experienced Consultant who is passionate about EU digital policies to play a leading role in assessing policy impacts and designing and executing public affairs strategies for our clients. Leveraging yoursectorexpertise, you will provide insightsonemerging trends, risks and opportunities while engaging withkey EU stakeholders at all levels.

As a Senior Consultant you will be the policy lead of a talented team consisting of an Associate Director and Consultants. You will take ownership of client portfolios and ensure excellence in delivery, while mentoring junior colleagues and contributing to team development.

This role requiresexceptionallystrong analytical and strategic capabilities, sound political judgement, and hands‑on experience with EU advocacy campaigns. The ideal candidate has a deep and holistic understanding of the challenges shaping policymaking at the EU Digital policy level.

Are you ready to join a firm with over 25 years of experienceand enhance yourexpertise? 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:

• Serve as client lead, taking overall responsibility for the planning, coordination, and delivery of work, ensuring high‑quality outputs and consistently strong client satisfaction.
• Serve as policy lead of the EU Digital team, staying on top of policy developments, debates, legislation, and regulatory trends, providing clients with critical and analytical insights.
• Together with the Associate Director, develop and lead the implementation of public affairs strategies that align with client and companyobjectives, and advise clients on strategic positioning, action plans, and campaigns.
• Build andmaintainstrong 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 management by mentoring, guiding, and coordinating the work of junior colleagues, whileidentifyingand pursuing new business opportunities, including leading pitches and preparing proposals.

WhatWe’reLooking For:

• Proven experience in EU public affairs with a 3 to 4 years of experience in a similar role in another consultancy, EU institution, think tank, or NGO, and a thorough understanding of the EU Digital Policy & competitivenesspolitical landscape, including key stakeholders and relevant policy files.
• Experience in developing and executing 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), with a professional network that you activelymaintainand expand.

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.

How to Join Us:

Did yourecogniseyourself in our description? If so, we look forward to receiving your CV with a short accompanying note on why you are the perfect fit (max 150 words) [e-mail] with the reference “2601”. We value individuality,varietyand diversity, so feel free to express yourself in your own voice.