Policy Officer

Gathering six national consumer entities and giving voice to a total of more than 6 million people in Italy, Belgium, Spain, Portugal, Brazil and Poland, Euroconsumers is the world’s leading consumer group in innovative information, personalised services and defence of consumer rights.

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Euroconsumers’ mission is to drive positive change for consumers by connecting all sides of the market. We empower people through product testing, informing, advising, supporting and representing consumers. We improve the market by harnessing the collective force of people. On the one hand by collaborating and entering into dialogue with companies to do better and win consumer trust. On the other hand, we keep on strengthening our private enforcement work and stand ready to go to court where things go wrong.

Job Description

As a Policy Officer, you will contribute to Euroconsumers' policy and advocacy work, with a particular focus on economic and market-related topics.

You will analyse developments, translate complex information into clear policy positions and help us understand how changes in markets, regulation and business practices affect consumers. At the same time, you will actively engage with stakeholders and contribute to representation and advocacy activities.

This is a role for someone who combines economic thinking, political awareness and a practical, market-oriented mindset.

Responsibilities

• Monitor European and international policy, regulatory and market developments, identifying issues that may impact consumers and opportunities for Euroconsumers to take action.
• Analyse consumer policy topics, particularly from an economic and market perspective, and contribute to evidence-based policy positions.
• Translate complex economic, political and regulatory information into clear recommendations and messages.
• Contribute to Euroconsumers' advocacy strategy and support the development of policy positions and dossiers.
• Build and maintain relationships with relevant policy-makers, businesses, consumer organisations and civil society stakeholders.
• Represent Euroconsumers in meetings, events and external discussions, and contribute to building meaningful partnerships and coalitions.
• Work closely with colleagues across advocacy, communication, enforcement and business development to maximise the impact of our work.
• Support the organisation of events and representation activities.
• Bring an out-of-the-box perspective, challenge existing approaches and identify new ways to create impact for consumers.

Qualifications

• A Master's degree in Economics, Business, Public Policy or a related field.
• Relevant professional experience in European/international policy, public affairs, advocacy or a related environment.
• Strong economic and market understanding, with the ability to assess how policy and business developments affect consumers.
• A good understanding of the European political and regulatory environment and an interest in current affairs.
• Excellent analytical and communication skills, with the ability to summarise complex topics clearly and concisely.
• Strong networking and stakeholder-management skills and the confidence to represent an organisation externally.
• An out-of-the-box thinker who is curious, pragmatic and solution-oriented.
• Excellent written and spoken English. French and/or Dutch are an advantage.
• A collaborative and organised team player who can manage multiple priorities and work towards clear objectives.
• A background in consumer policy, business or market analysis is a strong advantage.

Our offer

• An open-ended, full-time contract (36 hours per week).
• A varied job where you can use your competences in the service of a group with an international image.
• The opportunity to contribute to a mission with both social importance and a strong international reputation.
• A pleasant working atmosphere with exciting challenges and development opportunities.
• An interesting salary supplemented with various extra-legal benefits.
• Great accessibility, with our offices located near Brussels-South railway station