DOT Europe, the voice of the leading internet companies in Europe is looking for an enthusiastic Policy Manager to join our small, dynamic team. As a Policy Manager, you’ll be at the forefront of shaping EU digital policy alongside corporate and political experts. Your role will involve crafting DOT Europe’s stance and implementing advocacy on pivotal EU digital policy matters, with a special focus on data, artificial intelligence, and consumer policy.
DOT Europe is a small team; we are looking for a team player who is eager to engage and who easily adapts to a fast-paced (but enjoyable!) working environment.
Main tasks
- Managing Working groups of company representatives to develop the association’s position on issues of relevance
- Responsible for the production and dissemination of policy papers and other advocacy materials
- Provide analysis and advice on policy matters to our corporate members
- Representing DOT Europe in public-facing events, meetings and other forums related to your policy files
- Develop a network of contacts within the EU institutions and stakeholder community
- Organise activities including meeting, conferences, seminars
- Support in the roll-out of communications initiatives
Qualifications
- University or advanced degree in Social Sciences, Political Sciences (EU studies, Political Science, International Relations), European law, etc.
- Minimum 3 to 5 years of work experience in European affairs; knowledge of and strong interest in digital policy is a plus
- Solid understanding of the EU institutions and their workings, the legislative process and the policy context
- Excellent English and diplomatic writing skills
- Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to interact professionally and independently with internal and external stakeholders
- Experience in handling EU dossiers
- Strategic foresight and highly developed networking skills
- Cheerful team player
What We Offer
- A chance to work with the leading internet companies in Europe.
- The opportunity to work within a dynamic and international team with colleagues who are passionate about what they do.
- A work environment which supports personal and professional growth.
- A salary commensurate with your experience and a complementing benefits package including meal vouchers, transportation allowance, etc.
- An opportunity to establish and build a profile as a digital policy expert.
Start date: ASAP
Application information
Send a cover letter and a CV (max. 2 pages) by email to HR@doteurope.eu with “Policy Manager” in the subject line. The deadline for submissions is 8 July 2024.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
We look forward to meeting you!
About DOT Europe
DOT Europe is the European trade association representing the leading Internet companies. Founded in the year 2000 as EDIMA and relaunched in 2020 as DOT Europe, our association has developed in tandem with the rapid evolution of online services. Collectively our members provide Europe’s citizens and businesses with some of the Internet’s most popular products, platforms and services.
DOT Europe prides itself on being a consensus-based organisation which brings a diverse membership together to agree on their collective stance on EU tech policy.
Put simply, DOT Europe stands for an innovative, open and safe Internet for Europe’s citizens and businesses.
Our Vision
Our members are committed to helping to shape the Internet economy for the better. Through DOT Europe, they engage in support of an innovative, open and safe internet.
Our Mission
As DOT Europe, we engage with EU policymakers, regulators, other stakeholders and the media.
Our goal is to ensure that relevant policy debates are informed by the shared knowledge and expertise of our members and our team.
