Senior Manager EU Affairs

International Air Transport Association (IATA); Brussel Hoofdstad; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

International Air Transport Association (IATA) Brussels office seeks a Senior Manager for EU Affairs to reinforce visibility among EU institutions and influence policy decisions in aviation.

You will cover sustainability, customs, drones and digital policy, engaging with Parliament, Council, and Commission, and coordinating with regional teams to advance IATA positions.

Qualifications

• University degree in Law, Economics, Political Science, International Relations or related field.
• Strong knowledge of EU institutions decision-making processes.
• Proven ability to write concise policy analyses and synthesize information.

Responsibilities

• Develop close relationships with EU decision-makers (Parliament, Council, Commission).
• Convey IATA views with industry data and support policy positions.
• Develop and advance IATA policy asks with key stakeholders.
• Analyze EU policy proposals and regulatory trends affecting aviation.
• Coordinate with Brussels, Geneva and Madrid teams under guidance of the Director.

Skills

EU policy affairs

Policy analysis

Networking

Presentation skills

English proficiency

Education

University degree

Job description

Why you will love working here

At IATA, we represent over 350 airlines worldwide, striving to make aviation safer, smarter, more sustainable, and inclusive.

• Our Values are not just words on a page - they are the energy behind everything we do: ONE IATA - We collaborate across teams, TRUSTED - We do the right thing, INNOVATIVE - We make tomorrow better, INCLUSIVE - We embrace diverse perspectives.
• With over 30,000 courses available, we believe in continuous learning and support your growth in an ever-changing industry.
• Diversity, equity, and inclusion are our priorities. We are certified by the Equal Salary Foundation, offering equal pay and family-friendly policies.
• We encourage community involvement through volunteering and strive to make tomorrow better for aviation and our communities. We offer time off so you can support causes important to you.
• We promote work-life balance with flexible work options, including remote and hybrid work, a generous 'work from abroad' policy, and you get your birthday off!

Employment Type: Permanent

About The Team You Are Joining

Reporting to the Director of European Affairs and working at IATA Brussels office, the incumbent candidate will contribute to reinforcing IATA's visibility and influence among EU Institutions, enhancing its ability to represent the interests of the airline industry, and influencing the relevant EU policy decisions. We strive to do that in a respectful, credible and trustworthy manner.

A non-exhaustive list of areas that the Senior Manager for EU Affairs will cover include sustainability and customs and trade as well as drones and digital policy.

What Your Day Would Be Like

• Develop a close working relationship with key decision makers in the EU institutions (Parliament, Council and Commission) at appropriate levels.
• Establish a two-way channel of communication with key policy makers at the appropriate level in order to convey IATA views, provide industry facts and figures, and constructively support the development of well calibrated policy positions.
• Support the development of IATA positions and proactively position IATA policy asks among key decision makers.
• Analyze EU policy proposals and trends and collate information related to their regulatory processes affecting our industry.
• Liaise and coordinate with the Brussels, Geneva, and Madrid teams, under the supervision of the Director.

We would love to hear from you if

• University degree, ideally in Law, Economics, Political Science, International Relations or Politics, and Economics.
• Thorough knowledge of the EU Institutions decision making processes. An existing network of contacts in the EU Institutions would be a plus; the ability to create one, a must.
• Minimum five years’ work experience in an airline, an association or air transport regulator (Civil Aviation Authority, ECAC), or at an EU Institution or in external affairs and/or corporate advocacy in other sectors.
• Knowledge and experience in aviation issues (such decarbonization and climate, noise reduction, customs reform and biometrics) would be an asset.
• Strong interpersonal and networking skills and ability to work in a multi-cultural environment. A strong team spirit is crucial.
• Ability to write concise and clear policy analysis. Sharp analytical skills, discretion, ability to listen and create trustworthy relations with colleagues and stakeholders.
• Excellent oral presentation skills.
• Excellent written and spoken English is a must. Knowledge of other official EU languages would be an advantage.

Travel Required: Y