EU Government Affairs Manager

Location Brussels, Belgium (occasional travel to Paris / Grenoble) About Schneider Electric Schneider Electric is a global leader in industrial technology, driving innovation in electrification, automation, and digital transformation. We empower smart industries, resilient infrastructure, sustainable data centers, intelligent buildings, and connected homes. Our mission is to be the trusted partner for Sustainability and Efficiency. With , employees and over a million partners across more than countries, we are committed to staying close to our customers and stakeholders. In Europe, our strong industrial presence includes 45, employees and 62 factories and distribution centers. Your mission As EU Government Affairs Manager, you will lead Schneider Electric’s advocacy efforts on energy and climate policy at the EU level. You will be part of a 4-person team reporting to the VP of EU Government Affairs, under Europe Operations. Key Responsibilities Monitor and analyze EU legislative developments impacting the company. Collaborate with internal experts to develop policy positions and ensure alignment with business priorities. Draft policy briefs, consultation responses, position papers, talking points, and other advocacy materials. Support the preparation of briefings and presentations for executive leadership. Design and implement advocacy strategies targeting EU institutions and stakeholders. Build and maintain relationships with policymakers, regulators, and industry stakeholders. Represent Schneider Electric in relevant trade associations. Contribute to internal and external communications for the EU Government Affairs team. Your Profile Minimum 5 years of experience in public affairs, lobbying, or institutional relations, preferably in-house within the private sector. Strong knowledge of EU institutions and policy-making processes, with expertise in energy, climate, and industrial policy. Experience within EU institutions is a plus. Proven analytical and strategic thinking skills, with the ability to assess complex policy issues and translate them into actionable strategies. Self-starter with a solution-oriented mindset, able to manage tight deadlines and work under pressure. Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage stakeholders at all levels, including C-level executives. Excellent writing skills for both internal and external audiences. Fluent in English (written and spoken); proficiency in French is a nice to have. Degree in political science, economics, international relations, law, or a related field. Let us learn about you! Apply today. You must submit an online application to be considered for any position with us. This position will be posted until filled. Looking to make an IMPACT with your career? When you are thinking about joining a new team, culture matters. At Schneider Electric, our values and behaviors are the foundation for creating a great culture to support business success. We believe that our IMPACT values – Inclusion, Mastery, Purpose, Action, Curiosity, Teamwork – starts with us. IMPACT is also your invitation to join Schneider Electric where you can contribute to turning sustainability ambition into actions, no matter what role you play. It is a call to connect your career with the ambition of achieving a more resilient, efficient, and sustainable world. We are looking for IMPACT Makers; exceptional people who turn sustainability ambitions into actions at the intersection of automation, electrification, and digitization. We celebrate IMPACT Makers and believe everyone has the potential to be one. Become an IMPACT Maker with Schneider Electric – apply today! €36 billion global revenue +13% organic growth + employees in + countries #1 on the Global World’s most sustainable corporations You must submit an online application to be considered for any position with us. This position will be posted until filled. Schneider Electric aspires to be the most inclusive and caring company in the world, by providing equitable opportunities to everyone, everywhere, and ensuring all employees feel uniquely valued and safe to contribute their best. We mirror the diversity of the communities in which we operate, and ‘inclusion’ is one of our core values. We believe our differences make us stronger as a company and as individuals and we are committed to championing inclusivity in everything we do. At Schneider Electric, we uphold the highest standards of ethics and compliance, and we believe that trust is a foundational value. Our Trust Charter is our Code of Conduct and demonstrates our commitment to ethics, safety, sustainability, quality and cybersecurity, underpinning every aspect of our business and our willingness to behave and respond respectfully and in good faith to all our stakeholders. You can find out more about our Trust Charter here Schneider Electric is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is our policy to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities in the areas of recruiting, hiring, training, transferring, and promoting all qualified individuals regardless of race, religion, color, gender, disability, national origin, ancestry, age, military status, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other legally protected characteristic or conduct.