Public Affairs and Communications Junior Consultant

Are you a young professional eager to grow your advisory career and work on a variety of high-stakes issues? Brunswick Group is seeking a talented Consultant with 1 to 3 years’ relevant experience to join our Brussels office and help national and international clients navigate complex EU policy, political and stakeholder issues. This is an opportunity to develop in a dynamic, fast-paced advisory environment at the intersection of business, media and politics.

As a Junior Consultant, you will deliver timely across policy, politics and media, while building a strong understanding of our clients’ businesses. You will prepare clear, accurate client materials (documents and presentations), support the effective coordination of projects and work closely with colleagues across teams. You will gain exposure to diverse sectors and international projects, and begin developing your own professional network and advisory skills.

Our Brussels team combines in-depth knowledge of EU and Member State policymaking with experience across a broad range of sectors, including industrials and infrastructure, new technologies, healthcare, energy and transportation, as well as banking and financial services or consumer industries.

As a Junior Consultant at Brunswick, you will support high-quality public affairs and strategic communications advice for our clients. Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:

• Keep colleagues informed of project status; develop action plans, engagement trackers, meeting requests and notes.
• Prepare stakeholder background reports and relevant mapping (political and media).
• Perform competitive analyses of clients and peer groups; identify and analyse research and media coverage on industry trends.
• Effectively handle logistics around client meetings and other client events.
• Identify and assess positioning opportunities for clients.
• Collaborate with peers and senior colleagues to clarify expectations, manage priorities and deliver work accurately and on time.
• Build relationships and a professional network outside the firm.

At Brunswick, we seek entrepreneurial individuals dedicated to learning and growth. We value potential, strong work ethic, and excellent written and verbal communication skills. Standout candidates demonstrate:

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• 1–3 years’ relevant experience in EU public affairs, communications or policymaking, ideally gained in a .
• Strong interest in business, EU politics and public policy, and an understanding of how media, politics and public opinion affect organisations.
• Curiosity about current EU and global issues, with the ability to research and interpret complex policy and stakeholder developments.
• Excellent writing skills and the ability to produce clear, well-organised and thoughtful documents and correspondence.
• Strong organisational skills, attention to detail and the ability to multitask and prioritise in a fast-paced environment.
• Sound judgement and discretion when handling confidential client matters, alongside strategic, creative problem-solving skills.

Brunswick is a global advisory firm. We help companies tackle high-stakes issues, navigate complex stakeholder relationships, and deliver high-impact outcomes. 

Our clients value our ability to anticipate, shape, and respond to the key players and forces in the financial and investment arena, regulatory and geopolitical universe, NGO community, workforce and beyond. They rely on us for deep experience, fresh perspectives and original thinking. So, in Brunswick you will find an exceptional range of experience and talent with a rich mix of backgrounds. From the beginning, we have prioritized attracting, developing, and retaining the best professionals in the industry, united by a culture of inclusivity, excellence, and intellectual curiosity.

Founded in 1987 in London, the firm has organically grown to 27 offices in 18 countries across the Americas, Europe, Middle East, Africa, Asia and Australia. We operate as a “one-firm firm” with no individual profit centers. This allows us to assemble fully integrated, bespoke teams for each client, able to draw on the full resources of Brunswick anywhere in the world. 

Brunswick is an equal opportunity employer.  All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable law. Please read our Global Privacy Notice to understand how your data is managed.