The UK Mission to the European Union (UKMis) is part of a worldwide network, representing British political, economic and consular interests overseas. UKMis aims to strengthen the relationship between the UK and EU and collaborate on key policy areas including foreign policy, economic relations and climate change.

Our daily work relies on the input of dedicated individuals who engage on many different topics and activities. We seek to employ a diverse range of candidates who bring their own talents and perspectives to the role. We have a strong corporate agenda that ensures we create a positive and inclusive working environment where everyone is valued for their contribution. 

The UK Mission to the European Union (UKMis) aims to ensure the UK’s interests are promoted and explained to EU member states, and the EU institutions, as well as monitoring and reporting on key developments in the EU. UKMis Brussels is one of the UK’s busiest diplomatic posts, with a varied team working on a wide range of issues across UK government business.

Ready to help shape UK-EU policy from the inside? Coordinating legislative strategy, diplomatic engagement, and high-level reporting in a role that puts you at the center of European affairs?

The successful applicant will join the cross-cutting EU-UK Strategy & Policy Team, working specifically on Withdrawal Agreement and Northern Ireland issues, with a particular focus on the Windsor Framework legislation and wider legislative tracking. This is a high profile, interesting and political area dealing with UK-EU relations.

This will involve: representing the UK’s position to EU institutions and other stakeholders; coordinating UKMis input to the work of governance structures of the Withdrawal Agreement and its sub groups; leading on EU legislative tracking from a whole UK perspective; reporting to Whitehall departments on developments in Brussels and working with them on preparations for meetings of the various bodies established under the Withdrawal Agreement and Windsor Framework; and supporting Ministers, Ambassadors and senior officials in relevant engagements.

The successful applicant will also be expected to grasp technical details of complex policy and the political implications of issues, in order to brief seniors and engage with external stakeholders.

Roles and responsibilities:

• Provide strategic and timely advice to Cabinet Office and UKMis seniors on EU positions and approach to the relevant agreement with the UK (inc. Windsor Framework), as well as identifying opportunities and risks for UK objectives.
• Lead on legislative tracking, coordinating across UKMis and providing strategic advice on risks and priorities. Work across UKMis and Whitehall on regulatory diplomacy.
• Lead on specific aspects of Northern Ireland policy working to the First Secretary of the Withdrawal Agreement & Northern Ireland team, and the Political Counsellor. Particularly coordinating UKMis input to the work of the Joint Consultative Working Group and the various policy and legislative files under consideration.
• Support work on the UK’s approach to the other Withdrawal Agreement and separation issues under the Withdrawal Agreement.
• Establish strong working relationships with colleagues in Whitehall across departments to understand UK priorities and objectives in the relevant policy areas, in particular with the Cabinet Office.
• Support colleagues in London and UKMIS seniors on engagement with the Commission to ensure meetings run smoothly, as well as providing operational support to any Ministerial visits to Brussels.
• Provide and draft briefings for senior colleagues in preparation for meetings, engagement, public diplomacy etc. providing readouts and analysis after the event which can be shared across UKMis and Whitehall.
• Build a strong network of contacts across the EU institutions, Member States and other Brussels-based stakeholders to be informed and track the development of EU policy, in order to inform and deliver UK priorities.
• Work flexibly and contribute to the wider policy and corporate work of the team and Mission as a whole.

• Full professional proficiency in English, including excellent writing skills (written and spoken, minimum of C1 level for CEFR framework*)
• Extensive experience working on EU policy and a solid understanding of how the EU works and the legislative process.
• Strong policy skills.
• Experience of evidence-based prioritisation, decisions and judgment within a diverse and fast-paced work environment.
  Influential communicator with the ability to grasp complex information and translate it into clear and concise language for busy readers.
• Ability to work as part of a team, and, at the same time, be a self-starter, able to work autonomously and with experts in London and Brussels.
• An ability to make effective decisions, often under competing pressures.
• Excellent oral, written communication and strong interpersonal skills.