Manager EU Affairs
Tetra Pak Belgium
Région
Brussels
Contrat
Contrat fixe à durée indéterminée
At Tetra Pak we commit to making food safe and available, everywhere; and we protect what's good – protecting food, protecting people, and protecting the planet. By doing so we touch millions of people's lives every day. And we need people like you to make it happen.
More information about Tetra Pak is available at www.tetrapak.com
More information about Tetra Pak is available at www.tetrapak.com
The Manager EU Affairs will support the implementation of Tetra Pak’s advocacy and engagement with the EU institutions and EU policy stakeholders.
She/he will
• Manage a portfolio of EU Green Deal policy issues relevant for Tetra Pak and its three business units: packaging solutions, food processing and services.
• Contribute to developing and implementing the company’s policy advocacy and communications strategy
• Provide insights and analysis on regulatory developments relevant for our business, prepare briefings and policy updates for senior management and business
• Manage relationships with the EU institutions, industry associations and NGOs, operate outreach and engagement programmes; organize meetings and participation in events and high-level fora
• Represent Tetra Pak in working groups of industry associations and contribute to enhancing Tetra Pak’s working relationships with expert groups or consultants
• Support and closely collaborate with PA colleagues across Europe (focus on France Benelux) and in relevant functions (External Communications, Sustainability, Legal) on Public Affairs matters.
She/he will
• Manage a portfolio of EU Green Deal policy issues relevant for Tetra Pak and its three business units: packaging solutions, food processing and services.
• Contribute to developing and implementing the company’s policy advocacy and communications strategy
• Provide insights and analysis on regulatory developments relevant for our business, prepare briefings and policy updates for senior management and business
• Manage relationships with the EU institutions, industry associations and NGOs, operate outreach and engagement programmes; organize meetings and participation in events and high-level fora
• Represent Tetra Pak in working groups of industry associations and contribute to enhancing Tetra Pak’s working relationships with expert groups or consultants
• Support and closely collaborate with PA colleagues across Europe (focus on France Benelux) and in relevant functions (External Communications, Sustainability, Legal) on Public Affairs matters.
We believe you have:
• In-depths understanding and knowledge of the EU policy and decision-making process, strong network among EU policy stakeholders
• Understand trends and developments in the food packaging and processing area, circular economy, climate and sustainability policy sphere, that can impact Tetra Pak’s business
• Ability to develop and deliver impactful messages, arguments and facts to regulators and decision-makers and to engage with a diverse range of stakeholders
• Track record on communication to policy audiences on conventional and social media
• Ability to seize and materialize influencing opportunities; to build and manage relevant relationships with European policymakers and stakeholder groups and associations to ensure the effectiveness of engagement
• Keep the team and the businesses informed of political and regulatory developments
• Proven track record of consistently delivering results against time-sensitive deadlines during conflicting demands; ability to analyse complex problems and take initiatives you will also be able to interact effectively at all levels with sensitivity
• Has the highest ethical standards of conduct and professional demeanour, as well as understanding and embracing purpose and core values of our company
Education and Experience:
• Master’s degree 4+ years of related experience in EU Public Affairs, ideally gained in a similar role in a multinational company, Public Affairs firm or the EU institutions preferably working topics related to sustainability, packaging or the food and beverage industry
Languages.
• Exceptional command of English and French including executive writing, other EU languages are a definitive asset
• In-depths understanding and knowledge of the EU policy and decision-making process, strong network among EU policy stakeholders
• Understand trends and developments in the food packaging and processing area, circular economy, climate and sustainability policy sphere, that can impact Tetra Pak’s business
• Ability to develop and deliver impactful messages, arguments and facts to regulators and decision-makers and to engage with a diverse range of stakeholders
• Track record on communication to policy audiences on conventional and social media
• Ability to seize and materialize influencing opportunities; to build and manage relevant relationships with European policymakers and stakeholder groups and associations to ensure the effectiveness of engagement
• Keep the team and the businesses informed of political and regulatory developments
• Proven track record of consistently delivering results against time-sensitive deadlines during conflicting demands; ability to analyse complex problems and take initiatives you will also be able to interact effectively at all levels with sensitivity
• Has the highest ethical standards of conduct and professional demeanour, as well as understanding and embracing purpose and core values of our company
Education and Experience:
• Master’s degree 4+ years of related experience in EU Public Affairs, ideally gained in a similar role in a multinational company, Public Affairs firm or the EU institutions preferably working topics related to sustainability, packaging or the food and beverage industry
Languages.
• Exceptional command of English and French including executive writing, other EU languages are a definitive asset
• Variety of exciting challenges with ample opportunities for development and training in a truly global landscape
• Culture that pioneers a spirit of innovation where our engineering experts drive visible results
• Equal opportunity employment experience that values diversity and inclusion
• Market competitive compensation and benefits with flexible working arrangements
• Culture that pioneers a spirit of innovation where our engineering experts drive visible results
• Equal opportunity employment experience that values diversity and inclusion
• Market competitive compensation and benefits with flexible working arrangements