EU Affairs Advisor

• Monitor and analyse EU legislative and regulatory developments affecting Vodafone (e.g., connectivity, digital markets, cybersecurity, data, sustainability), translating implications into clear internal advice
• Support engagement with EU institutions and stakeholders (European Commission, European Parliament, Council, Permanent Representations, regulators, industry associations), including briefings, meeting preparation and follow-up
• Contribute to the development of Vodafone policy positions, consultation responses and advocacy materials, ensuring consistency with Group strategy and evidence-based messaging
• Coordinate across Group functions and operating companies to gather inputs, align priorities and maintain a single narrative for EU engagement and external communications
• Maintain stakeholder and policy intelligence (contact mapping, trackers, briefings, Q&A and data banks) and help deliver events, roundtables and coalition activity in Brussels and key EU capitals

• Strong understanding of EU policy-making processes and institutions, with experience tracking files and engaging stakeholders
• Ability to turn complex policy developments into concise, actionable advice for senior and non-specialist audiences
• Drafting skills: briefings, speaking notes, position papers and consultation responses, with attention to evidence and narrative
• Stakeholder management and coalition-building skills across trade associations, NGOs, think tanks and peer companies
• Knowledge of telecoms and digital policy issues (connectivity investment, spectrum, competition, cybersecurity, digital platforms and AI) is an advantage
• Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in European studies, political science, law, economics, international relations or similar
• Experience in EU public affairs/public policy (e.g., industry, consultancy, trade association, EU institution), typically 3+ years

Knowledge of telecoms and digital policy issues (connectivity investment, spectrum, competition, cybersecurity, digital platforms and AI)