Public Affairs Manager

AIM, the European Brands Association, represents the branded consumer goods industries in Europe on key issues that affect the ability of brand manufacturers to design, distribute and market their brands. AIM’s membership consists of 2,500 companies of all sizes, through our direct corporate members and national associations, who innovate, create and invest across the EU in the personal care, household hygiene, food, beverages, apparel, toys and luxury goods sectors.

AIM is seeking a Public Affairs Manager to join the team, based in Brussels, who will have responsibility for our advocacy strategies and campaigns on key issues impacting our members.

Profile:

The successful candidate will have:

• 6 – 8 years’ experience of working with the EU institutions and other stakeholders in Brussels, with an excellent knowledge of EU processes, interactions and the dynamics of EU policymaking;
• Proven ability to analyse, draft and develop positions, coordinating a range of views and collating these into succinct and relevant points of view;
• Experience in fostering collaborative working relationships with relevant stakeholders;
• Experience in devising and implementing advocacy campaigns, with clear goals and measurable outcomes;
• Expertise on Single Market, B2B, consumer affairs, and digital economy issues;
• A dynamic team-player, willing to take initiative with a ‘can-do’ attitude, who pro-actively works with the teams of our members and colleagues to achieve our goals;
• Excellent presentation, communication and drafting skills, with a keen attention to detail; fluent spoken and written English;
• Knowledge of the branded consumer goods industry in Europe is an asset.

The position offers:

• The opportunity to work with the most iconic national and global brands in the consumer goods sector;
• A dynamic and flexible working environment, with the opportunity to take initiative and drive programmes;
• A competitive package; full-time employee.

Please send your CV and cover letter to Ilona Vaculova at [email protected]

Deadline: 22 January 2025

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