Manager Political Affairs

We are looking for a Manager Political Affairs to represent our interests to key political institutions and decision-makers in the EU and Germany. If you have a strong understanding of legislative processes and can effectively communicate our positions to policymakers, we want to hear from you! Apply now!

Tasks

The Manager Political Affairs is responsible for:

• Network with parliamentary staff, groups, and government agencies in Germany and Brussels
• Monitor and evaluate EU political and regulatory initiatives
• Accompany legislative processes and work on amendments to proposals
• Prepare and develop responses to EU Institutions and national governments
• Establish LHG positions on relevant topics and create lobby plans
• Represent LHG in working groups and ensure alignment with associations
• Brief board members on current corporate policy topics
• Organize events and contribute to department publications
  
  

Requirements

The ideal Manager Political Affairs should meet the following requirements:

• University education (Master or equivalent) preferably in politics, law, European studies, economics
• Experience in the political environment, e.g. in the EU or a national parliament and/or with ministries/directorate generals (internships or employment)
• Legislative Process in the EU and DE
• Proficient in economic principles
• Demonstrates credibility, professionalism, assertiveness, and persuasive skills
• Able to simplify and effectively communicate complex economic concepts
• Displays cross-functional thinking and collaboration
• German and English level C2 (or native), third language beneficial
• Functions often in the evenings
• Must be prepared to travel
• Depending on assigned project/responsibility, must be prepared to relocate between Brussels and Berlin
• Must possess a legal work permit in Belgium
• Company may provide relocation assistance
  
  

Company

Deutsche Lufthansa AG is a globally operating aviation group. In the financial year 2022 it generated annual revenue of EUR 32,770 bn with an average of 109.510 employees. Deutsche Lufthansa AG is organized into the business segments Network Airlines, Point-to-Point Airlines, the Aviation Services segment with the business segments Logistics, MRO and Catering, and the other companies and Group functions.