Considerati is a public affairs advisory with offices in Brussels, The Hague and Amsterdam. Our EU Public Affairs practice helps clients navigate the complexities of the EU's political and regulatory landscape, turning policy challenges into strategic opportunities in innovative fields like the Digital Economy, Emerging Technologies and Life Sciences.
Our mission is simple: to help disruptors, challengers, and leaders in Europe's innovation economy anticipate change, influence policy, and grow responsibly within the European framework.
Our culture values substance over hierarchy, giving our people the trust and autonomy to deliver exceptional work.
The opportunity
For our growing business, we are looking for a seasoned and energetic Director Digital Economy & Emerging Tech to lead and grow our digital economy & emerging tech domain in close collaboration with Brussels leadership. This role is ideal for an experienced public affairs professional with a solid background in consultancy, and a strong interest or experience in Digital Economy and Tech Policy.
Key responsibilities
* Lead key client engagements with strategic insight.
* Define and execute the growth strategy for the Digital Economy & Emerging Tech domain.
* Lead specific client and commercial engagements within your specialization, driving proposals from concept to delivery.
* Work with the leadership team to shape the organization's strategy and impact.
* Providing guidance on public affairs issues and shaping client strategies.
* Represent Considerati EU Public Affairs at top-tier policy and industry forums.
* Set priorities, ways of working, and quality standards
* Set the tone for quality and ambition, contributing to a strong, forward-thinking team culture.
The ideal candidate profile
* 8+ years of relevant experience in EU public affairs consultancies
* Demonstrated expertise in EU Digital Economy and Emerging Tech with a strong network across EU institutions and industry.
* Previous experience working in one or more of the following policy areas is considered a plus: cybersecurity, cloud, telecoms, semicon, quantum, AI, digital platform regulation, or related policy files
* Strong drive and proactive attitude towards business development, with the ability to turn sector insights into client opportunities.
* Team player with proven skills in managing client relationships and client teams.
* Strong communication skills and a proactive approach to raising the visibility of Considerati EU Public Affairs
* Excellent command of English; other EU languages are a plus
What we offer
* Senior-level position with the opportunity to shape key projects and influence the organization's direction
* Fast-growing business with 'entrepreneurial spirit' as part of a larger consultancy and team.
* A role with visibility and credibility, enabling you to act as a recognized thought leader and trusted sparring partner
* An entrepreneurial and ambitious environment where diverse perspectives are valued and your contributions truly count
* Opportunity to further build and shape the Digital Economy & Emerging Tech domain with long-term growth potential
* Competitive compensation package
* Flexible working arrangements
How to Apply
Are you ready to drive change in the EU's Digital Economy & Emerging Tech landscape? We are looking forward to your application! Any questions about the procedure? Please contact Bianca Hoogkamer via Hoogkamer@considerati.com