Description

The Regulatory & Public Affairs practice of our Brussels office is looking to recruit an intern for a six-month contract, beginning as soon as possible.

The role

• Your role will be to monitor, gather and analyse intelligence on EU regulatory and policy developments that affect our clients' businesses, with a focus on EU Technology, Communications and Media or financial services regulation;
• You will assist our Regulatory & Public Affairs team in day-to-day assignments, including the opportunity to research a variety of issues and contribute to work products for clients, presentations, briefing documents and newsletters;
• As an intern at Bird & Bird, you will be given the opportunity to carry out substantial work on behalf of exciting, international clients;
• You will be actively involved in marketing and business development initiatives such as client alerts, webinars, communications and social media;
• You will build your skills, develop your knowledge from working alongside our legal and policy experts, as well as receive feedback on your work;
• You will have the opportunity to immerse yourself in the friendly and vibrant culture that makes Bird & Bird, and our people, so unique.

Your profile

• A thorough understanding of EU Regulatory & Public Affairs, with previous experience as an assistant to a Member of Parliament, an internship at the European Commission, or at a European trade association or consultancy;
• A relevant university degree, such as a master in law, in economics, politics, or international relations;
• Ability to build a network with contacts in the EU institutions and among industry stakeholders;
• An excellent command of English and at least one other language, both orally and in writing;
• Committed to delivering high-quality work, with strong analytical and research skills;
• A good team player, eager to learn, fitting in well with our open, entrepreneurial culture.

Submitting your application

If you are interested in applying, click on 'apply' below.

Alternatively you can send your application tobrurecruitment@twobirds.com, including a personal application letter and transcripts for final year at university.

If you have any questions, please contact our HR manager Anneke Vermeir on 02 282 60 57, who will be happy to help.

About Bird & Bird

Bird & Bird is an international law firm that established a Regulatory & Public Affairs practice in its Brussels office in 2018. We spend a great deal of our time analysing our clients' sectors, anticipating trends, and assessing the impact of regulatory and policy changes.

The team advises on cutting-edge issues in highly regulated sectors including technology, communications, , media, sports and financial services. Bird & Bird's Tier 1 ranking by Chambers Europe for Regulatory work in the telecoms, media and technology (TMT) sector is testament to the quality of the service we provide.

Our Brussels office brings together more than 65 team members from over 10 different countries. If you want to find out more, visitwww.twobirds.com