ACT is hiring a Junior EU Policy Officer
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Brussels, 22 July 2025. ACT is seeking a motivated Junior EU Policy Officer to join our dynamic Brussels-based team. This is an excellent opportunity for a passionate policy professional to make a real impact on European media legislation while building expertise across multiple policy areas including audiovisual regulation, data privacy, consumer protection, telecommunications, and advertising law.
The successful candidate will work closely with our Senior Director responsible for audiovisual and data policy, playing a key role in advancing ACT’s advocacy efforts and supporting our members across Europe.
JOB DESCRIPTION
Key responsibilities include assisting in
- Research, analysis, and development of policy positions on EU legislation affecting commercial broadcasting and video-on-demand services
- Institutional relations & outreach with EU institutions (EP, EC, Council)
- Stakeholder coordination, working alongside partners and coalitions
- Planning and implementing outreach plans, incl. A-Z management of meetings, events, visits
- Representing the association externally in discussions and events
Required profile
- Right to work in the EU required, current Belgium residency preferred
- Experience of European public policy working in Brussels for a trade association, EU institution, national representation, law firm, consultancy and/or other relevant organisation
- Good understanding of EU decision-making processes and genuine interest in media, audiovisual, intellectual property and data legislation
- Academic background in law, political science, communications, media studies, European studies, or related discipline
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English, plus fluency in at least one additional EU language
- Comfortable speaking in public and representing the organization externally
Desirable qualifications
- Knowledge of the media business environment and its intersection with policy
- Familiarity with audiovisual and data protection legislation (AVMSD, EMFA, GDPR, DSA, etc.)
- Ability to multi-task with a proactive, self-starting ‘can do’ attitude
- Good team player and collaborative approach
What we offer
- The opportunity to work on legislation shaping the future of European media and entertainment
- Behind-the-scene access to Europe’s media and entertainment industry – from screenings to set visits
- Professional development in a stimulating, dynamic environment with exposure to influential industry and institutional players
- Flexible, supportive work environment within an ambitious team making a real difference in European policy
- Occasional travel to EU capitals and Strasbourg
- Competitive remuneration package and training opportunities
HOW TO APPLY
Please send your CV and cover letter to Erard Gilles at eg@acte.be with the subject line “ACT Vacancy – Junior EU Policy Officer”.
Your cover letter should demonstrate how your background and experience align with the requirements outlined above. We highly recommend that you visit our website to better understand the work of the association and its members.
Applications deadline: August 24, 2025.
Selected candidates will be invited for interviews, which may include a brief written exercise to assess analytical and communication skills. While we aim to respond to all applications promptly, please allow for some delay due to the volume of responses.