Benefits
Up to 15% discretionary bonus of your basic salary, dependent on personal and company performance;
10% of all first year net fees for any new business identified and generated by you. For the avoidance of doubt, the bonus is paid on the first year fees only and not earned in any following year/s;
Monthly working from home allowance
Equipment allowance
Individual, dedicated training budget
Lunch vouchers
Eco cheques
Travel allowance
Penta works with clients to solve complex global challenges by providing data-led solutions for stakeholder strategy and engagement. Our Brussels team is sector-led, using proprietary data to define political, regulatory and campaigning strategies that deliver results for our clients.
Core responsibilities
Managing a team of highly motivated, ambitious early career colleagues
Working with our intelligence tools to develop relevant insights on the reputation of a company or sector
Maintaining an awareness of current affairs and external developments, relevant to Penta business and client objectives
Developing a network of relevant contacts
Contributing to business development, including researching proposals and promotional opportunities and contributing to the organisation of Penta event
The ideal candidate
The ideal candidate will be highly motivated, dynamic and have a strong desire to develop into a key player in an integrated, international service offering for clients. The ideal candidate will further have:
3-5 years’ work experience on EU affairs, ideally on chemicals, circularity, sustainability or environmental policy
An ability to manage a team of consultants, working to tight deadlines with high client expectations
A strategic, curious mindset, always thinking about what’s next
A commitment to the highest professional standards, always looking to go above and beyond client expectations
An ability to work flexibly, and collaboratively, managing multiple priorities with strong attention to detail in a fast-paced work environment
First-rate analytical and communication skills
An interest in data and in learning to integrate it into communications consultancy
A track record of developing strong networks
Excellent English with other European languages a bonus is fine
Excellent attitude and enthusiasm for Penta, our clients and our ambitions
Previous agency and/or EU institutions or national government experience is considered an advantage.