You will be taking on a dynamic role, involving hands-on experience in strategic public affairs dossiers and regular client interaction. It requires a business minded team member with an interest in European/Global political affairs. You can think quickly, ensure high quality delivery, and who enjoys a strategic challenge while recognising the importance of lunchtime dog-walking.

Specifically, the responsibilities will involve:

Supporting the development and implementation of client projects and campaigns;
Drafting communications material and policy briefs;
Media and policy analysis;
Participating in the development of client advice through the capture and understanding of strategic brainstorms and workshops;
Preparing, researching and supporting on new business development;
Administrative support.

The skills we are looking for include:

A demonstrable understanding of the business and political landscape in Europe and beyond;
Strong writing skills, including experience in writing PowerPoint reports;
Strong research abilities, especially media analysis and political processes;
Excellent attention to detail and highly organised;
Proven organisational skills, and ability to manage multiple tasks concurrently;
Ability to operate in a highly collaborative environment with multiple priorities;
A positive “can do” attitude, excellent interpersonal & persuasive skills, and a willingness to take personal initiative and responsibility.

The candidate: We are looking for a quick learner and enthusiastic self-starter with the following required qualities:

A Master’s degree and a strong, demonstrable interest in business and political issues;
1 year previous experience highly advantageous;
English language skills at native-speaker level;
Second EU language advantageous;
Advanced IT skills in MS Office, particularly Word and PowerPoint; knowledge of Adobe Illustrator and social media;
Right to legally work in Belgium.

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