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The EU Affairs Advisor supports Vodafone's Brussels-based engagement by tracking and interpreting EU policy developments, preparing clear internal briefings and advocacy materials, and helping manage relationships with EU institutions, Member State representations and industry partners. The role works closely with Group and market teams to align positions and ensure Vodafone's priorities are reflected in EU initiatives impacting digital infrastructure and services. Advise and support Vodafone's EU public policy and regulatory engagement, shaping EU legislation and stakeholder relationships to advance Vodafone's strategic priorities.
Job Responsibility:
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
Requirements:
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
Nice to have:
Knowledge of telecoms and digital policy issues (connectivity investment, spectrum, competition, cybersecurity, digital platforms and AI)