PA Sustainability Consultant

EPPA is a specialized public affairs consultancy that creates value for its clients by helping them to manage risks and opportunities arising from the ever changing European political, regulatory and socio-economic landscape.

Established in 1987, EPPA is a respected multi-disciplinary and multi-cultural consultancy with a pan- European reach. Our impressive track record in resolving major challenges related to public policy, regulatory affairs and societal issues is founded upon our in-depth knowledge, understanding and appreciation of the European and national political interface.

Our unique approach focuses on creating a constructive dialogue with policy-makers; a dialogue that is cognizant of Europe’s rich cultural diversity. We work with all industry sectors, although we are particularly recognized for our work in the fields of sustainability, agriculture, FMCG, chemicals, energy, corporate sustainability, transport, ICT, digital as well as competition and trade issues. Our clients are mostly multi-national companies but we also serve European or national industry federations and public authorities.

Job description

EPPA is looking for a public affairs consultant to integrate in its Sustainability Practice Team, in which he/she/they will:

• Monitor and report on policy and regulatory developments related to the EU Green Deal such as circular economy, consumer policies, food, agriculture, energy and digital; provide analysis on relevant policy developments, identifying critical points and impacts for our clients.
• Actively advice clients in advocacy and engagement strategies towards EU and national officials, MEPs and key stakeholders; develop and steer content creation such as policy papers, presentations, reports to support the interest of the different client accounts;
• Be responsible for the day-to-day management and steering of client accounts, contributing to strategy conception and execution, while becoming the reference point vis-à-vis clients;
• Work alongside a multi-cultural and international team of junior and senior colleagues; support growing your team with your ideas, your creativity, your entrepreneurship and your positive energy.
• Represent EPPA & our clients in meetings with third parties where needed, including with European Commission, European Parliament and Member States authorities.
• Support EPPA´s management in new business development efforts (preparation of proposals, presentations in pitches & conferences, etc.)

We Offer

• A competitive package of remuneration for an unlimited period.
• An international, intellectually stimulating, working environment in one of the oldest and most experienced consultancies and EU public & regulatory advocacy in Brussels, with solid professional development perspectives.
• A hybrid working model – comfortable office and excellent location in the heart of the EU quarter, with all the necessary set-up for working flexibly.