About NOVE
NOVE is an advisory agency in public affairs and communication in Brussels. We guide our clients in their interactions with the EU institutions and relevant stakeholders.
Our story is one of entrepreneurship and excellence, which are two of our core values. We know our success is contingent on our ability to distinguish ourselves through the quality of our services, the ingenuity of our ideas, and our commitment to clients. This conviction that each client matters shapes our strategies and is visible in our work.
NOVE is dedicated to doing public affairs and communication in a smart, innovative and distinctive way. We are always looking for creative and driven people to join our team.
About the job
To support our business growth, NOVE is looking to recruit a Consultant/Senior Consultant for our Healthcare & Life Sciences Practice, starting immediately. This position is Brussels-based, with flexible remote work options.
If you are eager to learn, proactive, passionate about the EU, and able to work both independently and collaboratively in a dynamic structure, this opportunity is for you. You should relish the challenges of handling a mix of public affairs and communications activities, with a focus on EU healthcare policy. The level of seniority (Consultant or Senior Consultant) will be determined based on the candidate’s relevant experience and qualifications.
We value a collaborative and adaptable mindset, and in return, we offer a truly collegial environment committed to achieving the high standards our clients rely on.
Role and responsibilities
Under the guidance of directors/partners, your tasks will include:
- Acting as the main point of contact for several of our healthcare & life sciences clients
- Developing – with the support or directors/partners – strategic positions and guidance for clients
- Ensuring that services are delivered to the requisite standard
- Growing your network in the EU healthcare “ecosystem”, both within the EU institutions and the broader stakeholder landscape
- Gathering intelligence and providing analysis of relevant EU policies and developments
- Researching and drafting background notes
- Reporting from external events and institutional/political meetings
- Contributing to new business and marketing efforts.
Qualifications and skills
The ideal candidate will have:
- Previous experience in a public affairs consultancy, EU institution, trade association, in-house public affairs team or other relevant professional environment
- At least 4 years of experience working on EU healthcare policies and developments
- Extensive knowledge of the EU decision-making process and EU healthcare stakeholder environment. A solid institutional network in Brussels is a valued asset
- Proven ability to gather relevant intelligence efficiently and in a timely manner
- Strong research and analytical skills, as well as an ability to translate complex documents into concise, digestible formats
- Great time management skills and ability to efficiently multi-task
- Strong collaboration skills and a positive, can-do attitude
- Excellent written and oral communication skills in English. Working knowledge of one or more European languages is a valued asset
- Masters’ degree in political sciences, economics, European affairs/studies or law
- Good knowledge of standard Microsoft Office software.
This job is an ideal springboard to expand your experience in public affairs and open up real career prospects within a renowned Brussels-based agency. We look forward to hearing from you if your profile matches the above!