EU Affairs Advisor
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At Vodafone, we’re not just shaping the future of connectivity for our customers – we’re shaping the future for everyone who joins our team. When you work with us, you’re part of a global mission to connect people, solve complex challenges, and create a sustainable and more inclusive world. If you want to grow your career whilst finding the perfect balance between work and life, Vodafone offers the opportunities to help you belong and make a real impact.
The EU Affairs Advisor supports Vodafone’s Brussels-based engagement by tracking and interpreting EU policy developments, preparing clear internal briefings and advocacy materials, and helping manage relationships with EU institutions, Member State representations and industry partners. The role works closely with Group and market teams to align positions and ensure Vodafone’s priorities are reflected in EU initiatives impacting digital infrastructure and services. Advise and support Vodafone’s EU public policy and regulatory engagement, shaping EU legislation and stakeholder relationships to advance Vodafone’s strategic priorities.
What you’ll do
- Monitor and analyse EU legislative and regulatory developments affecting Vodafone (e.g., connectivity, digital markets, cybersecurity, data, sustainability), translating implications into clear internal advice.
- Support engagement with EU institutions and stakeholders (European Commission, European Parliament, Council, Permanent Representations, regulators, industry associations), including briefings, meeting preparation and follow-up.
- Contribute to the development of Vodafone policy positions, consultation responses and advocacy materials, ensuring consistency with Group strategy and evidence-based messaging.
- Coordinate across Group functions and operating companies to gather inputs, align priorities and maintain a single narrative for EU engagement and external communications.
- Maintain stakeholder and policy intelligence (contact mapping, trackers, briefings, Q&A and data banks) and help deliver events, roundtables and coalition activity in Brussels and key EU capitals.
Who you are
- Strong understanding of EU policy-making processes and institutions, with experience tracking files and engaging stakeholders.
- Ability to turn complex policy developments into concise, actionable advice for senior and non-specialist audiences.
- Drafting skills: briefings, speaking notes, position papers and consultation responses, with attention to evidence and narrative.
- Stakeholder management and coalition-building skills across trade associations, NGOs, think tanks and peer companies.
- Knowledge of telecoms and digital policy issues (connectivity investment, spectrum, competition, cybersecurity, digital platforms and AI) is an advantage.
- Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in European studies, political science, law, economics, international relations or similar.
- Experience in EU public affairs/public policy (e.g., industry, consultancy, trade association, EU institution), typically 3+ years.
Not a perfect fit?
Worried that you don’t meet all the desired criteria exactly? At Vodafone we are passionate about empowering people and creating a workplace where everyone can thrive, whatever their personal or professional background. If you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t align exactly with every part of the job description, we encourage you to still apply as you may be the right candidate for this role or another opportunity.
What's in it for you
Who we are
We are a leading international Telco, serving millions of customers. At Vodafone, we believe that connectivity is a force for good. If we use it for the things that really matter, it can improve people's lives and the world around us. Through our technology we empower people, connecting everyone regardless of who they are or where they live and we protect the planet, whilst helping our customers do the same.
Belonging at Vodafone isn't a concept; it's lived, breathed, and cultivated through everything we do. You'll be part of a global and diverse community, with many different minds, abilities, backgrounds and cultures. ;We're committed to increase diversity, ensure equal representation, and make Vodafone a place everyone feels safe, valued and included.
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Together we can.