Account Manager in Transport & Mobility

FIPRA is looking for an Account Manager with experience working with industry sectors on transport & mobility policies. Our team brings over 20 years’ expertise advising clients on EU and EEA/UK political and public affairs, facilitating dialogue and input to achieve impactful outcomes.

As an Account Manager you will have the opportunity to work in dynamic sectors facing evolving challenges and opportunities. Your contribution will help clients navigate the intersection of policy and industry, driving positive change and innovation across multiple fields. We require prior experience in at least one of the following areas: energy and/or decarbonization, CO2 emission standards, urban mobility, green fleet, battery regulation, connected cars, critical raw materials, with substantive policy knowledge.

The position demands expertise and a strong understanding of EU legislative and regulatory processes as well as awareness of ongoing discussions and their impact on businesses and their supply chain resilience. Ideal candidates will be familiar with and have established networks with relevant stakeholders, key organizations, and authorities within the European Commission, EU Member States, and the European Parliament.

You will report to and be mentored by the Practice Lead, working closely with colleagues and our Special Advisors to deliver high-quality outcomes.

In this role, you will help manage a team of consultants and assist the practice lead in coordinating a portfolio of client needs and cases daily. Clients may need guidance on policy matters and how these intersect with other EU policies, including industrial, environmental, transport and digital. Experience across several policy areas is highly valued.

• Managing client relationships and ensuring services are delivered to meet client expectations.
• Collaborating with other FIPRA practice areas to leverage expertise and resources.
• Conducting research, monitoring, analysis, and gathering intelligence using both FIPRA resources and your professional network.
• Lead on the development and roll-out of advocacy campaigns for clients.
• Directing new business proposals and pitches, and leading support teams.

What we are looking for:

• At least 5 years’ experience in public affairs developed within an EU context.
• Evidence of leading effective public affairs programmes or campaigns.
• Experience gained within an EU Public Affairs consultancy is preferred, together with experience from a corporate setting, trade association, or EU Institution.
• A strong knowledge of and expertise in the Transport and Mobility (Digital also welcome) sectors in Brussels.
• A relevant network of EU and national policy makers and stakeholders in these areas.
• Commercial acumen and the ability to identify new business opportunities.
• Curious by nature with a desire for learning and innovative practices.
• A high level of motivation and drive for excellence.
• Organised, with strong project and time management skills.
• Clear communicator and team motivator.
• Eligible to work in Belgium

Work life with FIPRA is deeply motivating and purposeful. Staff have reported time and again how the possibility to work in a dynamic, highly professional workplace has exponentially grown their careers. At FIPRA we believe that success is all about the people, and shared success and professional pride are among our core values. We offer attractive salary packages and compensation benefits.

Discover our unique culture and people.

FIPRA International is an independent European public affairs consultancy based in Brussels. Since its foundation in 2000, we advise leading businesses and organisations on how to navigate complex policy landscapes and address regulatory challenges. Our core services for clients include intelligence, analysis, strategy setting, coalition building and tailored solutions. With 50 outstanding dedicated professionals in our Brussels office, we combine in-depth regulatory expertise and high-level political insight which helps our clients achieve meaningful and measurable outcomes.

We also coordinate the wider FIPRA network together with our partners. Our network offers clients unrivalled access to bespoke, highly-specialised strategic counsel in all EU and EEA Member States in Europe, and elsewhere internationally, bringing together global reach with local, in-market expertise.