Policy & Advocacy
Legal
Full-time
Policy & Legal Advisor European Rail Infrastructure ManagersPosted on 27.08.2024 Deadline 16.09.2024
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The European Rail Infrastructure Managers (EIM) is seeking for a ‘Policy & Legal Advisor’ to join its policy department and support the advocacy work. The Policy & Legal Advisor will work in close collaboration with the Executive Director.
EIM is the trade association representing the rail infrastructure managers in Europe. Our mission is to provide a single voice to represent our members vis-à-vis to the relevant European institutions and sector stakeholders. EIM also assists members to develop their businesses through the sharing of experiences and contributing to the technical and safety activities of the Agency (ERA).
Monitor, analyse and report on the relevant legal and political initiatives;
Analyse legal affairs in the railway sector and their possible impact on rail infrastructure managers;
Draft policy briefs to inform the members;
Build, maintain and develop a network with EU institutions, sectoral associations and other stakeholders to leverage EIM’s position;
Coordinate and develop responses to public consultations, position papers etc;
Organise and chair internal meetings;
Contribute to the development and implementation of EIM’s advocacy activities;
Represent EIM at external meetings with stakeholders and EU;
Answer policy-related questions from the members in a timely manner.
University degree in law, EU studies, political science, or other relevant field;
At least 2 years of experience in the transport sector (trade association, EU institutions or consultancy). Experience in the rail sector will be considered a strong asset;
Thorough knowledge of the EU legislative and decision-making procedures;
Fluent in written and spoken English. Good command of French or German will be considered an asset;
Excellent communication and writing skills;
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills;
Well organized, reliable and able to prioritise multiple tasks;
Ability to work in an international work environment;
Good networking skills.
Permanent and full-time job contract; conditions negotiable depending on candidate profile;
Experience in public policy and advocacy as part of a dynamic trade association;
In-depth learning of the transport industry’s priorities and activities;
Opportunity to work in close contact with the European Union’s institutions and officials;
Attendance of and speaking at high-level events and conferences.
Deadline for application: 16/09/2024
Starting date: ideally beginning of October 2024 but flexible
Procedure: Candidates should submit a CV and a cover letter (1 page maximum), to: sandrine.roussel@eimrail.org stating ‘’EIM Policy & Legal Advisor”
Applications will be treated in confidence.
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