- POLITICO
- Brussels, Belgium (Remote)
- Full-time
EU Intelligence Analyst (EU Policy Expert)
- POLITICO
Brussels, Belgium
Full-time
Published:
- POLITICO
Brussels, Belgium
Full-time
Published:
POLICY & INTELLIGENCE TEAM, POLITICO RESEARCH AND ANALYSIS:
We are seeking a skilled and knowledgeable EU policy analyst to join our Policy & Intelligence team within POLITICO’s Research and Analysis Division. The successful candidate will monitor, analyze, and provide strategic insights into EU legislation and initiatives, ensuring our organization and clients are well-informed and equipped to respond effectively to the evolving EU policy landscape. This is an opportunity for a proactive team player with strong political intuition, excellent analytical skills, and the ability to thrive in a cross-cultural and fast-paced environment.
The POLITICO Research and Analysis Division specializes in delivering independent data analysis and policy research to equip policy professionals with actionable intelligence. Our ready-to-use reports distill complex political and regulatory developments into clear, digestible, and comprehensive insights, empowering decision-makers to navigate today’s dynamic landscape with confidence. Operating independently from the POLITICO Newsroom, the Research and Analysis division is committed to delivering objective, fact-based analyses.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
As an Intelligence Analyst, you will be at the forefront of monitoring, analyzing, and interpreting developments in European Union policymaking. Your expertise will be instrumental in building our knowledge base, guiding clients and subscribers, and navigating the complexities of the EU’s regulatory landscape.
QUALIFICATIONS AND COMPETENCIES:
We are seeking a proactive and collaborative team player with a keen political acumen, exceptional analytical skills, and the ability to thrive in a dynamic, cross-cultural, and fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate will possess:
This position requires a candidate with a strong ability to synthesize complex information, present it effectively, and collaborate within a multidisciplinary, fast-paced environment. Strong organizational abilities, attention to detail, and a proactive approach to problem-solving are essential for success in this position.
ABOUT POLITICO:
POLITICO is a global news and information company at the intersection of politics and policy. It is the essential online, mobile and print destination for the most influential people in the world. With publications based in Washington, D.C., New York, London, and Brussels, POLITICO boasts an enormous roster of the most talented reporters and editors in the world.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY:
It is POLITICO's policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all qualified individuals without regard to race, colour, religion, national origin, gender, age or any other characteristic protected by local laws and regulations.
ADDITIONAL APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:
Please send links or examples of relevant work with this application.
For questions, please reach out to recruitment@politico.eu with the subject line: Intelligence Analyst.
We are seeking a skilled and knowledgeable EU policy analyst to join our Policy & Intelligence team within POLITICO’s Research and Analysis Division. The successful candidate will monitor, analyze, and provide strategic insights into EU legislation and initiatives, ensuring our organization and clients are well-informed and equipped to respond effectively to the evolving EU policy landscape. This is an opportunity for a proactive team player with strong political intuition, excellent analytical skills, and the ability to thrive in a cross-cultural and fast-paced environment.
The POLITICO Research and Analysis Division specializes in delivering independent data analysis and policy research to equip policy professionals with actionable intelligence. Our ready-to-use reports distill complex political and regulatory developments into clear, digestible, and comprehensive insights, empowering decision-makers to navigate today’s dynamic landscape with confidence. Operating independently from the POLITICO Newsroom, the Research and Analysis division is committed to delivering objective, fact-based analyses.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
As an Intelligence Analyst, you will be at the forefront of monitoring, analyzing, and interpreting developments in European Union policymaking. Your expertise will be instrumental in building our knowledge base, guiding clients and subscribers, and navigating the complexities of the EU’s regulatory landscape.
- Legislative monitoring and analysis: track legislative developments, policy initiatives, and inter-institutional dynamics; conduct in-depth research on legislative proposals, directives, regulations, and strategic initiatives across multiple sectors and EU policy areas, including Energy, Sustainability, Digital Transformation, Trade, Competition, and Finance. Knowledge or prior experience in EU Healthcare policy is highly valued;
- Research and policy insight development: analyze the interplay between key EU actors and assess their influence on legislative processes and policy outcomes; deliver nuanced insights into the implications of EU policies for member states, domestic industries, and diverse stakeholders;
- Integration of data-driven insights: collaborate closely with the PRAD data team to enrich qualitative policy analyses with quantitative findings; incorporate data-driven insights into policy analysis, ensuring conclusions are grounded in key metrics and evidence; contribute policy expertise to data-driven research reports, enhancing their relevance with actionable recommendations and contextual understanding;
- Presentations and stakeholder engagement: translate complex EU policies into clear, concise policy briefs, research reports, and presentations; communicate findings effectively to diverse audiences, including technical experts and high-level decision-makers, through tailored written reports and oral presentations.
QUALIFICATIONS AND COMPETENCIES:
We are seeking a proactive and collaborative team player with a keen political acumen, exceptional analytical skills, and the ability to thrive in a dynamic, cross-cultural, and fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate will possess:
- A master’s degree in a relevant field, such as political science, international relations, journalism, or EU policy;
- 2–3 years of professional experience in EU policy, policy reporting, political research or analysis, information management, or political media reporting;
- In-depth knowledge of EU institutional procedures and legislative processes;
- Expertise in at least one EU policy area (e.g., Energy, Sustainability, Digital, Trade, Competition, Finance, or Healthcare, which is a plus);
- Fluency in English; proficiency in French or another EU language is highly desirable;
- Advanced proficiency in the MS Office Suite, interactive technology platforms, and other intelligence-gathering tools;
- Expertise in verbal communication skills, including the ability to deliver clear and impactful presentations tailored to diverse audiences.
This position requires a candidate with a strong ability to synthesize complex information, present it effectively, and collaborate within a multidisciplinary, fast-paced environment. Strong organizational abilities, attention to detail, and a proactive approach to problem-solving are essential for success in this position.
ABOUT POLITICO:
POLITICO is a global news and information company at the intersection of politics and policy. It is the essential online, mobile and print destination for the most influential people in the world. With publications based in Washington, D.C., New York, London, and Brussels, POLITICO boasts an enormous roster of the most talented reporters and editors in the world.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY:
It is POLITICO's policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all qualified individuals without regard to race, colour, religion, national origin, gender, age or any other characteristic protected by local laws and regulations.
ADDITIONAL APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:
Please send links or examples of relevant work with this application.
For questions, please reach out to recruitment@politico.eu with the subject line: Intelligence Analyst.
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