Sustainability & Policy Manager

2BPolicy; Amsterdam; Hybrid; EUR 45,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Sustainability & Policy Manager to drive transformative projects across various sectors. This role involves translating complex EU legislation into actionable strategies for clients, engaging with diverse stakeholders, and supporting industry coalitions in sustainability efforts. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in environmental legislation, excellent communication skills, and a passion for making a positive impact. Join a dynamic team dedicated to bridging the gap between legislation and industry practices, and help shape a sustainable future.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in sustainability or policy.
• Strong interest in environmental legislation and European law.

Responsibilities

• Support clients on sustainability-related legislation.
• Translate EU legislative developments into actionable steps.
• Facilitate complex technical conversations within industry groups.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Project Management

Analytical Skills

Public Speaking

Education

University degree in Political Sciences

University degree in Environmental Sciences

Job description

2BPolicy Amsterdam, North Holland, Netherlands

Sustainability & Policy Manager

2BPolicy Amsterdam, North Holland, Netherlands

Breaking down legislative talk into clear and actionable recommendations

Policies are a key driver to accelerate change, especially regarding circularity and sustainability. As Sustainability & Policy Manager at 2B Policy, you will work on transformative projects across sectors (e.g., textiles, tourism, luxury, and other consumer goods). You will support companies, organisations, and sectorial initiatives to navigate and understand the upcoming sustainability legislation from the EU to Member States' efforts. To achieve this, you will liaise with various stakeholders: businesses, European Institutions, multi-stakeholder initiatives, and civil society.

At 2BPolicy, you will work with a small but driven and ambitious team. Our mission is to bridge the gap between the dynamic legislative ecosystem and industry realities by equipping organisations not only for compliance but also to be a part of the change. Joining our team, you will become a key agent of this change!

2B Policy is based in Amsterdam, but the candidate's location can be flexible within Europe.

About the Role

This role has two components, first to deliver policy support to 2B Policy clients, then to support diverse industry coalitions (from apparel to hard goods) collaborating for the development or implementation of industry methodologies to calculate the environmental footprint of products.

• Supporting client accounts and working directly with clients on sustainability (environmental and social) related legislation;
• Translating EU legislative developments into concrete next steps for businesses and organisations;
• Developing communication materials (e.g., briefs, memos, newsletters) for 2B Policy clients;
• Supporting the day-to-day activities of industry groups, coordinating meetings with project participants, technical partners and external and internal stakeholders, taking minutes and keeping track of actions;
• Supporting the facilitation of complex technical conversations between members of industry group;
• Supporting external communication of group progress through updates on social media accounts & website;
• Supporting business development activities: e.g., external communications through updates of social media accounts & website, organization of events and workshops;
• Engaging with external stakeholders: EU institutions, multi-stakeholder coalitions, businesses, service providers, and civil society.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of proven work experience.
• Strong interest in environmental footprinting, knowledge of LCA or PEF a plus if you have a political science background.
• Strong interest in environmental legislation and European law if you have an environmental science background.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Ability to interact and engage with various stakeholders in an international context. Experience in group facilitation is a plus.
• Excellent project management and organisational skills, and ability to navigate a fast-paced work environment.
• Proven track record of engaging in the EU decision-making processes, working with EU institutions, or working on corporate sustainability is a plus.
• Excellent analytical capabilities. Ability to communicate complex ideas effectively in English, both verbally and in writing. Knowledge of other EU languages is a plus.
• Excellent public speaking and presentation skills to effectively communicate to all audiences.

Education & Skills

• University degree in Political Sciences/ European Studies /Law OR Sustainability/ Environmental Sciences.
• Background working on sustainability and/or policy within business, consultancy, or multi-stakeholder initiatives.
• Experience working in an international and multi-cultural context is a plus

How to Apply

As 2B Policy is committed to diversity and inclusion, we encourage all applicants, no matter age, race, nationality, sexual orientation, disability, sex and gender identity, religion, or political affiliation, to apply for vacancies.

Send your CV and short cover letter (max. 400 words) to Patrina Feucht via [e-mail] before 30 March 2025.

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Other

Industries

Business Consulting and Services