Vacancy: Director – Single Market & Digital Competitiveness

Who We Are

DIGITALEUROPE is the leading trade association representing digitally transforming industries in Europe.

We stand for a regulatory environment that enables European businesses and citizens to prosper from digital technologies. We wish Europe to grow, attract and sustain the world’s best digital talents and technology companies.

Together with our members, we shape the industry policy positions on all relevant legislative matters and contribute to the development and implementation of relevant EU policies. Our membership represents over 45,000 businesses that operate and invest in Europe. It includes 110 corporations which are global leaders in their field of activity, as well as 41 national trade associations from across Europe.

Key Responsibilities & Job Description

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Director to lead association activities under our Policy Group on Single Market and Competitiveness, which spans across industrial strategy, product compliance, MFF investments and skills.  The Director will play a crucial role in driving competitiveness campaigns and supporting the EU in achieving the goals outlined in DIGITALEUROPE’s 2030 Manifesto.

This position reports directly to the Senior Director for Cyber, Infrastructure & Competitiveness.

Key tasks and responsibilities:

• Lead the development and execution of policy advocacy strategies to advance Single Market harmonisation and EU’s competitiveness
• Facilitate and coordinate meetings of DIGITALEUROPE’s Industrial Strategy & Better Regulation Working Group, and support to activities of the Standards and Compliance Working Group
• Liaise with outreach and communication teams to advance overarching association campaigns
• Build and strengthen relationships with DG services, Council representatives, MEPs and other key stakeholders to advance the association’s goals
• Identify emerging issues and opportunities on EU Single Market and competitiveness policy, and propose proactive measures to address them
• Develop position papers and consultation responses, and coordinate briefings for high-level engagement
• Represent DIGITALEUROPE, including in a speaking capacity, at conferences, workshops, and other events focused on Single Market and competitiveness issues
• Foster and maintain relationships with peer trade associations engaged in Single Market-related matters

Key Requirements

• Six to twelve+ years of relevant experience in industry, associations or governmental roles.
• Extensive knowledge and practical experience in EU policy-making, particularly in areas such as EU industrial policy, regulatory burden reduction, semiconductors, quantum, EU budget, standardisation, and the EU product compliance and safety framework.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills; English at a native speaker level.
• Ability to lead a motivated and driven team of policy and technical experts.
• Solid interpersonal and facilitation skills, with the ability to collaborate with colleagues in a dynamic, multi-cultural environment.
• Solid consensus-building skills, with the ability to align diverse stakeholders around common objectives.
• Excellent research, writing, and analytical skills.

What we offer

At DIGITALEUROPE we foster a collaborative culture where every team member can identify their strengths and grow in their career. We encourage taking initiative and developing a vision for a stronger digital Europe.   

DIGITALEUROPE is one of the largest trade associations in Brussels with an office of over 60 people. Our staff comes from over 30 nationalities and speaks 37 languages with equal gender representation. We offer a permanent contract with a competitive salary package, along with multiple opportunities for professional development and career growth.

Why join us

At DIGITALEUROPE, you will be at the heart of Europe, helping to shape the EU digital policy, and contributing to building the future of Europe. Voted the most impactful trade association in Brussels, DIGITALEUROPE has been the fastest-growing association, tripled in size over the last few years. With us, you’ll have the opportunity to make a real impact, grow your career, and contribute to the development of Europe’s digital future.

Contact & Application Process 

Interested candidates should send a CV and a short motivation letter by 30 November 2024 via this application form.

Based on the volume of applications received, only short-listed candidates will be contacted for interviews. The expected starting date is as soon as possible. 

For any questions, please don’t hesitate to contact Federica Tondo at federica.tondo@digitaleurope.org.