Cefic is looking for a experienced professional who is keen to pursue a career in the field of Climate Change regulatory affairs and acquire practical experience and training in EU advocacy practice.
Reporting to the Executive Director, Climate Change and Energy, the focus of the role as Climate Change Advisor is to be a reference point of knowledge and expertise within the Climate Change and Energy (CC&E) team in the area of EU Climate Change policy matters whilst providing support to the specific Network of Experts on perimeters defined each year by the CC&E Programme Council (Emission Trading System, Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism, Carbon Removals…).
The successful candidate will provide input to the development and implementation of the Cefic Strategy for Energy & Climate Policies and the identification of priority issues stemming from the Clean Industrial Deal.
Inspired? As part of the team, you will:
- Mediating and coordinating thematic Issue Teams or Network of Experts according to PC priorities (i.e. Emission Trading System, Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism, Carbon Removals…).
- Establishing positions then define and implement corresponding advocacy plans, in collaboration with Cefic members and accordance with Cefic governance rules,
- Advocating on these positions before the European institutions.
- Providing inputs on relevant topics to the Climate Change & Energy Programme Council and to the Leadership Team.
You will also:
- Contribute to PA activities with relevant Cefic’s stakeholders (Institutions, Academics, NGOs and think tanks) and represent Cefic in public hearings, stakeholders’ events.
- Anticipate emerging key CC&E topics; propose or launch initiatives in order to properly assess and/or advocate on them.
- Leverage adequately Cefic internal resources and competencies relevant to each topic (other PC, Sector groups, Fora).
- Develop, liaise, and cooperate the Cefic’s network towards the European Institutions while representing Cefic Members in public fora and stakeholder’s consultation platforms.
Why CLIMATE CHANGE AND ENERGY?
At Cefic, the Climate Change and Energy (CC&E) team plays a pivotal role in shaping the European chemical industry’s response to the climate and energy transition. We are a dynamic group of policy professionals, technical experts, and strategic thinkers working at the intersection of industrial transformation and EU policymaking.
Our mission is to ensure that the chemical sector remains a driver of sustainable innovation while navigating complex regulatory landscapes such as the EU Emissions Trading System, the Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism, and emerging frameworks for carbon removals. We do this by:
- Coordinating expert networks and issue teams to align industry positions on key climate and energy files.
- Engaging with EU institutions and stakeholders to advocate for pragmatic, science-based policies.
- Anticipating future policy developments and launching initiatives that support the sector’s climate neutrality and competitiveness goals.
- Collaborating across Cefic’s internal structures, including sector groups and thematic fora, to leverage deep technical and policy expertise.
Joining the CC&E team means being at the heart of Europe’s climate and energy debate—where your work will influence decisions that shape the future of one of Europe’s most vital industries.
Can you make the difference?
The successful candidate will be a highly motivated and experienced professional who demonstrates the following experience, competencies and personal qualities:
- University degree preferably in Political science, EU Policy or similar
- Minimum of 1 year’s prior experience in the Council, Parliament, Commission or a Public Affairs role
- Fluent in English and at least one other EU official language
- Cooperative approach and teamwork
- Very good understanding of EU procedures and institutional framework
- Ability to synthesize and translate complex issues into clear and concise messages.
- Fully proficient using MS office and good understanding of social media channels.
- Flexibility and willingness to learn.
- Accuracy and attention to detail; and diligence in research work.
- Enthusiasm for EU public affairs.
- Diligence in research work.
Are you interested? Apply by 17 October 2025
NB: Please note that in the course of the recruitment process, your application may be shared with internal departments and/or Cefic members.