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Legal Affairs Assistant Manager/Manager ECPA

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European Crop Protection Association

Brussels, Belgium


The European Crop Protection Association ( ECPA) is the pan-European voice of the pesticide industry. This Brussels-based association, representing 20 market-leading companies as well as national associations in 32 countries, is looking for a results-oriented Legal Affairs Assistant Manager/Manager.
ECPA is looking to recruit a Legal Affairs Assistant Manager/Manager who will provide legal support to ECPA teams, manage related expert groups and represent ECPA in relevant fora.

Responsibilities:

  • Develop the association’s policy approach with regard to legal, food and related policy issues;
  • Organize and lead the work of several expert groups;
  • Draft position papers, strategies and other related policy documents on relevant topics;
  • Build networks with EU institutions and EU trade associations;
  • Represent the association externally.

Qualifications:

The successful candidate should have:
  • University degree (legal background);
  • 3- 5 years’ experience in policy and/or regulatory affairs in a EU agri-food association, in agri-food industry and/or in EU institutions;
  • Excellent knowledge of EU law and of the EU institutions;
  • Ability to work autonomously and take initiatives;
  • Good analytical skills and ability to synthesize information;
  • Consensus driven and ability to facilitate consensus among members;
  • Dynamic, open-minded, hard worker, organized, team player;
  • Good presentation and communication skills;
  • Adaptability and interest for a multicultural environment;
  • Fluent in English and at least another European language.

In return, ECPA offers:

  • A competitive remuneration package and position according to work experience;
  • A rewarding and challenging work environment.

How to apply:

Please send your letter of application and curriculum vitae by February 8th 2013 to: Sarah Giles, Senior Manager Corporate Operations, ECPA - sarah.giles@ecpa.eu. Email header subject: “Application – Legal Affairs Manager vacancy”.

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