PClosing date: 28 February 2026brLocation: BrusselsbrHours: Full timebrExperience required: more than 4 yearsbrStarting date: February / March 2026 /ppstrongAbout CLERENS /strongbrCLERENS is a leading public affairs and communications consultancy based in Brussels, specialised in advocacy, political and regulatory risk assessment, public funding, and strategic communications.brCLERENS consultants have in-depth expertise in energy, environment, climate, and mobility. We empower associations to deliver maximum value to their members. Whether guiding leadership, supporting secretariats, or managing day-to-day operations, we ensure members’ priorities are advanced, their voice is amplified, and their community thrives.brWe are currently looking for a colleague to lead the work of a major European platform representing the battery value chain. /ppstrongPosition Summary /strongbrThe Senior Consultant will oversee and coordinate a high-level industry platform bringing together leading organisations across the European battery sector. /ppstrongMain Duties /strongbrThe Senior Consultant will manage advocacy and public affairs activities related to batteries, working in close collaboration with the sector’s key associations and stakeholders. The role involves coordinating shared messaging and ensuring alignment across a diverse membership.brMain tasks include: /pulliTranslating the platform’s priorities into targeted advocacy activities; /liliDefining and implementing the advocacy strategy for organisations involved in the development and deployment of battery and energy storage technologies; /liliInfluencing EU legislative and policy developments and analysing their implications for the battery and energy storage industries; /liliEngaging with EU institutions and policymakers; /liliDrafting position papers, press releases, articles, and reports to communicate messages to EU policymakers and media; /liliPreparing and participating in meetings with policymakers and trade associations; /liliRepresenting CLERENS at meetings, events, and high-level discussions. /li /ulpstrongRequirements and Competencies /strong /pulli3–5 years of experience as a Policy Officer or Advisor dealing with energy and/or environmental issues; /liliStrong knowledge of the energy sector, preferably including batteries or energy storage; /liliUnderstanding of major EU policy priorities such as REPowerEU and the Green Deal; /liliAbility to coordinate positions among multiple stakeholders and build consensus; /liliProactive attitude, ability to work independently and meet tight deadlines; /liliExcellent understanding of EU institutions and policy-making processes; /liliFluency in English; additional European languages are an asset; /liliUniversity degree in a relevant field; /liliExcellent writing and oral presentation skills; public speaking experience is a plus; /liliAbility to learn quickly and work across a wide range of topics; /liliLeadership skills, team spirit, and flexibility; /liliWillingness to travel for work. /li /ulpstrongWe Offer /strong /pulliThe opportunity to work with a prominent and rapidly growing European industry platform contributing to Europe’s transition to a net-zero energy system by 2050; /liliA challenging, multi-faceted role with room for professional growth and increased responsibility; /liliA stimulating and dynamic international working environment. /liliPlease send your strongCV and motivation letter by email /strong, indicating strong“Senior Policy Officer” in the subject line /strong, to Mr Thomas Otuszewski at. Applications received after thebrdeadline will not be considered. /liliApplications are reviewed on a rolling basis, so early submission is encouraged. Due to the expected high number of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews. /li /ulpDo not use thestrong‘Apply now’ /strongbutton. Please follow the application guidelines provided in the vacancy.Applications submitted via the button will not be considered. /p #J-18808-Ljbffr