The New European Reuse Alliance (New ERA) is a non-profit business association representing organisations that develop, operate and promote reusable packaging across Europe. Our members cover the full reuse value chain, including manufacturing, logistics, washing, digital solutions and service provision, across multiple sectors such as HORECA, FMCG, e-commerce and transport packaging.
Founded in 2022 and based in Brussels, New ERA advocates for ambitious, practical and economically viable EU policies that accelerate the transition from single-use packaging to well-designed reuse systems.
Influence policy: advocate for policies that support competitive reuse and refill packaging systems.
Foster collaboration: Circular Economy, Reuse, Packaging, EU Public Affairs and Lobbying.
As Head of Public Affairs, you will lead New ERA’s EU advocacy strategy and represent the organisation in key policy processes shaping the future of reuse systems in Europe. You will be responsible for monitoring and influencing EU legislation, coordinating member advocacy, managing external representation and positioning New ERA as a credible and solution-oriented interlocutor for EU institutions and stakeholders. This is a strategic and hands-on role, combining policy expertise, political intelligence, stakeholder management and team coordination. You will report directly to the Director General.
Co-define and implement New ERA’s EU public affairs strategy
Anticipate policy risks and opportunities affecting reuse systems and packaging policy
EU policy monitoring and influence
Monitor and influence key EU legislative and regulatory developments
Representation, stakeholder engagement and events
Participate in relevant conferences, panels and expert meetings
Initiate and organise advocacy-oriented events (roundtables, workshops, webinars) to support policy influence and visibility
At least 3 to 5 years of relevant professional experience in EU public affairs or policy roles (EU institutions, industry associations, NGOs, consultancies or companies)
Solid understanding of EU institutions and legislative processes
Familiarity with circular economy policies, and ideally with the packaging, waste or related industrial sectors
Strong advocacy, negotiation and stakeholder management skills
Ability to work autonomously while coordinating effectively within a small, dynamic team
Education and languages
Master’s degree in EU affairs, political science, law, environmental studies or related field
Excellent command of English (written and spoken); additional EU languages are an asset
Personal qualities
Contract: Full-time (38 hours) permanent contract.
Remote work: The subject line of the email must read: “Head of Public Affairs - First name, Last name”.
Please note that all legitimate job opportunities are advertised exclusively on New ERA’s LinkedIn page, and applications should be submitted only to info@newreusealliance.