Are you proactive, solution-driven, willing to take the extra mile and eager to help us grow the business by delivering excellent service to our clients? Are you intellectually curious and motivated by complex and varied assignments? Do you enjoy coordinating projects?

Then this opportunity is perfect for you!

What are we looking for?

We are looking for an Account Manager who will work with and complement our Sustainability team based in Brussels, Belgium. As member of the sustainability team, you will have the opportunity to cover a wide range of issues: climate & energy, transport, environment & chemicals and agri-food legislation.

The role includes coordinating various projects, drafting reports and policy briefings, participating in strategy meetings, identifying research needs, providing overall support to more senior staff members, and guiding junior members of the team.

Essential:

· EU national or Belgian work permit holder

· Perfect command of English; additional languages are an asset

· A client-oriented mindset, ability to lead projects and teams and deliver high quality outputs

· Advanced writing and PowerPoint skills and ability to summarise complex issues

· Excellent communication skills; ability to adapt writing to different audiences

· Strong organisational and project management skills, proven through concrete previous examples

· Flexibility, enthusiasm and ability to work under tight deadlines in an international environment

· Team-working skills

· Proficiency with IT and new media tools

Experience and knowledge:

· 3-4 years of relevant work experience working in one or more of the following:

EU or international institutions, a public affairs consultancy, an in-house public affairs role in a company, a trade association or an NGO

· Understanding of the workings of the EU institutions and legislative processes, in one or more policy areas related to sustainability (e.g. climate, chemicals, energy, environment, mobility or agri-food policies)

· Expertise in policy monitoring, project management, communications, traditional media relations, and/or social media campaigns would be an asset

Starting date: ASAP

Why should you join us?

· Collaborative culture: You'll be part of an innovative, forward-thinking team where your ideas matter, and every voice is valued.

· Impactful work: Shape strategies that make a real difference in a dynamic and evolving political landscape, influencing key decisions and policies.

· Room to grow: We foster a supportive, inspiring environment with plenty of opportunities for personal and professional development. Your expertise will be recognized, and your career will flourish.

· Flexibility: Whether you prefer a long-term contract or a freelancer arrangement, we can tailor our offer to fit your needs. In addition we also offer flexibility in terms of working from home.

· Competitive compensation: We offer a competitive salary, aligned with your experience, alongside a comprehensive benefits package.

· Continuous learning: From on-the-job experience to dedicated trainings with industry experts, we're committed to your professional growth.

How to apply?

We are interested in talented people who are interested in us. In your application, please take the time to explore what added value your unique personality and competences could bring to us.

Please send your tailored cover letter and resume to recruitment@acumenpa.com mentioning the reference of the job you are applying for (Re: Account Manager - Sustainability).

Candidates with a profile matching what we are looking for will be contacted for an interview.

About Acumen:

At Acumen, we have built a culture to meaningfully shape policy and deliver impact that lasts. We bring more than an experienced counsel and a winning record to the table. We pride ourselves in being the kind of advisers that clients want at their side during their most complex, difficult decisions. We delight in what we do and truly look after our clients. We are always looking for talent to contribute to our purpose. And as our people can attest and the awards show, we are a great place to work.

We look forward to meeting you!

The Acumen Team

For more interesting opportunities within our company, please see our website: https://acumenpa.com/careers/