EU Public Affairs Consultant

Milltown Partners

Our clients operate at the frontiers of innovation - we advise technology companies driving change, global investors funding the future, the giants of sport and entertainment, and influential individuals on the communications and policy challenges that define their reputations. Our work spans corporate and financial communications, policy and public affairs to engage regulators and policymakers, policy communications and leadership communications. We underpin the full breadth of our capabilities with research‑driven insights and campaigns. We’re also pioneering AI‑enhanced advisory work for both our clients and internal innovation, using technology to unlock insights from data at unprecedented scale and speed.

The role

Our Consultants are the driving force behind our client work – the person who turns strategy into action and makes things happen. We are looking for someone with at least 3 years of EU policy advisory experience, a passion for tech policy and the politics behind it.

In this role, you’ll be a trusted adviser to technology companies navigating complex regulatory and political landscapes across the UK and Europe – shaping public affairs strategy, driving execution, and helping clients understand and influence the environment they operate in.

Our team in Brussels is small but growing, so you’ll have an opportunity to shape the direction of our work and culture on the ground as well as forging close relationships with our London team including opportunities to travel.

What you’ll do

Shape EU public affairs strategy

You’ll work with your client and project leadership to set the strategic direction for client work — identifying how best to position clients, which policymakers and stakeholders matter most, and which channels will deliver results. You’ll create integrated EU public affairs plans that guide execution and ensure every tactic ladders up to a clear strategic objective. You’ll interrogate briefs and design research questions so that all advice is grounded in evidence and insight, not assumption.

Advise with strategic judgement

You’ll provide recommendations directly to clients — in writing, in meetings, and in high‑pressure moments when quick, sound judgement matters. You’ll produce compelling written content and drive the execution of significant public affairs moments: major announcements, executive visits, select European Parliament committee hearings, European Commission initiatives, and more. You’ll need to read widely, stay on top of European Commission consultations, industry developments, and client challenges, and develop informed perspectives on complex issues including artificial intelligence, competition, data protection, and online safety.

Use AI to drive better outcomes

You’ll use AI tools regularly in your daily work to improve the quality and efficiency of what you deliver. This means leveraging tools like Claude, Gemini, Factiva, Meltwater, and our internal AI Studio to conduct research, generate insights, and produce analysis at scale and speed. You’ll contribute to how we share knowledge about AI across the team, including by experimenting with and implementing AI‑powered workflows, and help ensure all outputs meet our quality standards.

Drive and deliver client work

You’ll manage the work of junior colleagues, creating clear project plans, delegating effectively, and demonstrating the agility to ensure work is delivered on time and to a high standard. Getting things done well – and supporting others to do the same – is central to the role.

Contribute to business development

You’ll understand how clients generate revenue and ensure our advice supports their business objectives. You’ll contribute to how Milltown operates and thrives – whether that’s improving team efficiency, identifying new ways to help clients, or using your expertise and network to unlock opportunities. Restlessness about finding better ways to work is part of our culture.

Build a collaborative environment

You’ll give and receive feedback regularly, actively seek input from colleagues at all levels, and demonstrate allyship to everyone on the team. Creating an inclusive environment where brilliant work happens is everyone’s responsibility.

What we’re looking for

You’ll bring a strong foundation in EU public affairs and the appetite to grow into a trusted adviser to some of the most influential technology organisations operating today.

Essential:

• Excellent command of written and verbal English language
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills — including the ability to write with clarity, creativity, and human voice, not just in formal advisory formats.
• At least 3 years of advisory experience with a focus on EU public affairs — preferably