Cefic is looking for an EU Policy and Advocacy Advisor. This role is designed to enable experienced, early career graduates, keen to pursue a career in European Affairs, to acquire practical experience and training in EU advocacy practice.
The focus of this role will be the key topics within the EU Green Deal and Clean Industrial Deal including energy and climate, environmental, health and safety, chemicals, digital and wider industrial policies as well as the regulatory environment concerning implementation of chemicals legislation.
The successful candidate will form part of Cefic’s political monitoring unit and ensure that Cefic remains well connected to relevant areas of the growing EU policy agenda.
Inspired? You will:
- Research and monitor EU Institutions, Industry associations, NGOs, think tanks, and agencies.
- Attend and report on policy conferences and public meetings of the EU institutions, e.g. Council of the EU, European Parliament committees and Commission conferences etc.
- Draft reports and briefings on EU policy developments.
- Support the effective communication of political developments and advice to Cefic members.
- Manage a range of digital tools designed to inform colleagues and members of political developments.
- Advise on EU policies & legislative procedures.
- Monitor the relevant issues in EU policy media.
- Assist in the organization of policy events, such as conferences, workshops, etc.
- Assist with the outreach of key EU stakeholders (Commission, Council and European Parliament)
Why Public Affairs?
At the core of Cefic sits Public Affairs (PA), a fully-integrated team of advocacy and communication professionals. We work on the big industry issues, support Cefic’s Sector Groups, and ensure the chemical industry speaks with one voice. Our work spans EU monitoring, PA campaigns, high-level events, digital presence, in-house video production, media monitoring and engagement, and so much more. Joining our team means leading initiatives, while also being supported.
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 law, political sciences, chemistry or chemical engineering
- Minimum of 1 year’s prior experience in the Council, Parliament, Commission or 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;
- Enthusiasm for EU public affairs.
- Diligence and proactivity 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.