Are you a journalist with a special interest in EU policies? Are you committed to forward-looking journalism and keen to reveal the dynamics of European decision-making? And do you have the ambition to serve a pan-European, highly informed audience at the cutting edge of tomorrow’s news?

Then apply to become a French Editor from January to April, as replacement for maternity leave. 

Editor for translations published on our French website (maternity leave replacement)

Euractiv is looking for an experienced editor with a keen interest in all things related to the EU to ensure articles are properly translated and adapted to a French-speaking audience. 

The editor will be expected to coordinate with the French Translation team and Euractiv journalists, both based in Brussels and Paris. 

Main responsibilities:

• Choosing and prioritising articles to be translated into French. 
• Editing the translation of articles on EU politics and policies for a general and specialised audience (depending on the type of article and the topic).
• Contribute to meeting Euractiv’s editorial mission and commitment to balanced reporting. 

Ancillary responsibilities:

• Help with our French newsletter “L’Expresso”.
• Write background articles and interviews.

Profile:

• At least two years of experience in editing and/or writing.
• Native French speaker.
• Strong English-language skills (reading, writing, speaking). Necessary for proofreading translations, but also to communicate with colleagues in the Brussels office.
• Proven understanding of EU policies.
• Ability to deliver accurate stories in a fast-paced environment. 
• Ability to think quickly and provide insights and perspective on reports coming from a wide variety of sources, including EU institutions, business associations and civil society. 
• Hard-working, able to respect tight deadlines, entrepreneurial, team-player. 
• Other European languages, as well as interest in producing multi-media content, are an asset. 

What we offer:

A full-time employment contract under Belgian law to cover a maternity leave (replacement contract), with salary and responsibilities commensurate to the candidate’s level of experience. 

Additionally, we offer the following benefits: 

• Meal vouchers amounting to €8/worked day; 
• Reimbursement of public transport in Belgium; 
• €250/year eco-vouchers; 
• Hospitalisation insurance coverage; 
• Group pension insurance; 
• Good balance between remote working and office-based; 
• Broad range of training and development (as part of the HR Academy of Mediahuis group and external training opportunities). 

What are the benefits of working at Euractiv?

You will work in a vibrant international media office with a multicultural team of talented colleagues you can learn from. You will be at the heart of EU affairs, both physically (our Brussels office is located in the EU quarter) and through your work. You will be contributing to one of Europe’s most respected media platforms on EU affairs. 

How to apply:

Please mention “French Editor - First and last name” in the email’s subject line and send your CV and a short cover letter to the following email: selection@euractiv.com.

Candidates should be available as of January 2025.

Background

Euractiv is an independent pan-European media network specialising in EU policies. Our primary goal is to foster policy debates among EU stakeholders, including governments, businesses, and civil society groups. We provide comprehensive coverage of policy processes leading up to decisions, neutrally presenting the issues without taking sides. 

Euractiv is part of Mediahuis, a publishing company with assets in Belgium, the Netherlands, Ireland, Luxembourg and Germany. Mediahuis publishes across a wide range of formats – from newspapers and magazines to television, radio and online media. More about Mediahuis and Euractiv here. 

Equality and diversity

We are committed to promoting equality and diversity within the organisation and equal opportunities in recruitment. We believe in equality of opportunity regardless of race or racial group (including colour, nationality, ethnicity, national origins), religion or belief, age, disability, sexual orientation, sex, gender reassignment and gender identity, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy, maternity and paternity. This also includes any incidents of perceptive or associative discrimination and harassment. All hiring decisions are made entirely on merit. We encourage everyone to apply, even if you do not fit all the criteria.