Government Affairs Director

Job description

Strategic Political Engagement Act as a key member of the Strategic Relations team to identify and address political developments, institutional dynamics, and stakeholder engagement strategies across the European institutions, especially Commission and Council. Provide political intelligence and strategic recommendations regarding key legislative, regulatory, and geopolitical developments. Support the design and execution of engagement plans targeting priority policymakers and influencers.

Advise on key stakeholders, coalition-building strategies, and approaches to influence across the legislative process. Contribute to the development of strategic messaging, briefing materials, stakeholder profiles, and engagement plans. Provide insights on protocol, institutional expectations, and political considerations for high-level engagements. Support executive participation in major political, policy, and geopolitical events across Europe.

Contribute to strategic planning and prioritization efforts within the European Government Affairs team. Contributes to a collaborative, inclusive, and high-performing team culture. Extensive experience within one or more European institutions (especially European Commission, Council of the European Union, Permanent Representation, or closely related EU institutions) Extensive experience in government affairs, public policy, political advisory, public administration, or related fields Demonstrated ability to build and maintain senior-level relationships across the European policy ecosystem.

Strong understanding of EU decision-making processes, institutional interactions, and political dynamics. Proven track record of advising senior leaders on complex political and stakeholder engagement challenges. Excellent judgment, diplomacy, and ability to operate effectively in highly political and sensitive environments. Exceptional communication, relationship-building, negotiation, and influencing skills. Ability to collaborate effectively in a highly matrixed, multinational organization.

Advanced degree in Political Science, European Affairs, Public Policy, International Relations, Law, or a related field. Experience working directly with senior political leaders, Commissioners, Members of the European Parliament, ministers, ambassadors, cabinet members, or senior government officials. Established network across multiple European institutions and Member State representations. Strong understanding of technology policy and the issues shaping Europe's digital agenda.

Experience operating in multinational corporate, consulting, trade association, or public affairs environments. Demonstrated success designing and executing high-impact stakeholder engagement strategies.