EU Associate Director

pWe turn insight into impact. Whether a client is facing a communications challenge or has a policy goal, our exceptional team uses our understanding of politics, public opinion and the press to create campaigns that work. We have a relentless focus on achieving great results for our clients. /p h3The role /h3 pFounded in 2016, Hanbury continues to focus on delivering client excellence and growing our business. We are looking to bring on board a driven Associate Director to help service existing public affairs accounts, with opportunities to help support our ongoing growth. /p pThe successful candidate will have a passion for politics, a shrewd understanding of EU politics and regulation, knowledge of digital and telecoms policy, and will be committed to delivering excellence in a fast-paced consulting environment. /p pYou will be a key member of a team that provides cutting-edge regulatory political analysis and engagement advice to some of the most exciting global companies. You will have experience working for the EU institutions, a think tank, in-house, in a relevant trade association, or in consultancy. /p h3Responsibilities /h3 h3Leadership and development /h3 ul liReview and approve work by junior colleagues, providing coaching and effective feedback /li liManage junior colleagues on accounts, delegating, motivating, supervising, and developing them /li /ul h3Client Management /h3 ul liManage overall client relationships across a portfolio of accounts, demonstrating strong lateral thinking and problem-solving skills /li liProvide strategic regulatory and political analysis and engagement advice, and manage the delivery of daily products and services to clients /li liFocus consistently on adding value to clients and recognise opportunities to extend relationships. /li /ul h3Business Development /h3 ul liPlay a significant role in business development, including leading well-structured, creative new business proposals /li liCross-sell and upsell to existing clients and drive new commercial opportunities /li liPresent and influence with confidence in pitches and client meetings /li liBuild relationships with potential new business leads and grow your network /li /ul h3Leadership Development /h3 ul liReview and approve work by junior colleagues, providing coaching and effective feedback /li liManage junior colleagues on accounts, delegating, motivating, supervising, and developing them /li liSupport the development of a positive Hanbury culture and act as an advocate and ambassador for Hanbury internally and externally /li /ul h3The Ideal Candidate Profile /h3 ul liHas a shrewd understanding of EU politics and the regulatory process /li liHas three to six years’ experience working for the EU institutions, a think tank, in-house, at a relevant trade association, or in consultancy /li liHas knowledge of consumer policy, digital platforms, and / or telecoms regulation. Is also comfortable developing expertise in new policy areas as the political agenda evolves /li liCan confidently advise clients on the details of public policy and plan engagement across the EU institutions /li liHas some experience as a people manager and leader /li liHas strong presentation and influencing skills /li liHas excellent interpersonal skills to encourage respectful debate and is not afraid to take risks. /li liHas first class verbal and written communications skills in English and at least one other European language /li liIs dedicated to producing high-quality work and going the extra mile in a fast-paced environment /li liWants to be part of a dynamic team, helps drive a positive working environment, and enjoys working with people from diverse backgrounds and with differing views /li liHas the right to work in Belgium /li li26 days’ paid leave plus bank holidays and time off over Christmas. /li liNormal

working hours
are 9am–6pm. /li liHybrid working policy, with the opportunity to work from abroad for up to four weeks per year. /li liGroup assurance (pension) employer contribution. /li liEligible for the company’s 2027 CCT90 bonus scheme. /li liMonizze lunch vouchers, eco vouchers and a monthly travel allowance. /li liHealth insurance policy. /li liBased in Brussels, with travel to London and other parts of Europe as required. /li /ul