SEC Newgate EU is a Brussels-based advocacy and communications consultancy with global reach as part of the award-winning SEC Newgate Group.
We are looking for a talented Italian and English speaking Trainee to join our policy team, with a passion for EU policies and a good understanding of EU processes. This is an exciting opportunity for a candidate who is keen to work in a stimulating multicultural and multinational environment.
Deadline for applications: as applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.
Responsibilities
- Monitoring EU legislative files related to EU policies as well as related media reports.
- Carrying out analysis and research on EU policies, politics and regulatory developments.
- Keeping up with the latest EU policies developments.
- Following the work of the EU Institutions on these topics.
- Organising meetings with stakeholders and preparing materials for these occasions.
- Drafting memos, briefing notes, and other relevant materials.
- Working with SEC Newgate EU’s digital, media and marketing teams to jointly develop creative tools and programmes to support clients.
Qualifications and experience
- University education.
- Excellent command of spoken and written Italian and English. Any other languages a plus.
- Strong interest in European politics and EU policymaking, as well as in topics such as Sustainability, Chemicals and Tech.
- Self-starter, being able to work autonomously and with flexibility in a fast-paced environment.
- Excellent drafting skills.
- Intellectual curiosity.
We offer
- A stimulating international work environment with a young and supportive team.
- An opportunity to develop and grow.
- A compensation in line with the Belgian traineeship guidelines (CIP).
Due to the high number of applications, we will only contact shortlisted applicants.
To apply, please send your CV and a cover letter (two pages maximum) careers@secnewgate.eu, with the subject line: Public Affairs Trainee – Your Name.
For more information about our company, please visit www.secnewgate.eu.
By sending us your CV for the purpose of applying to a position within our company, you understand and agree that said CV and the personal information contained herein, or that you shall provide during the selection process shall be processed by the company with a view to assess your application for the open positions as well as building up a recruitment reserve for future positions. The data shall not be held longer than necessary and in any case not more than 12 months.