Job Opening: Sustainability & Policy Manager
Location: Amsterdam or remote (EU time zone)
Start date: 1 July 2025
Duration: 1-year contract with possible extension
FTE: Full-time
Policies are a key driver to accelerate change, especially regarding circularity and sustainability. As Sustainability & Policy Manager at 2B Policy, you will work on transformative projects across sectors (e.g., textiles, tourism, luxury, and other consumer goods). You will support companies, organisations, and sectorial initiatives to navigate and understand the upcoming sustainability legislation from the EU to Member States' efforts. To achieve this, you will liaise with various stakeholders: businesses, European Institutions, multi-stakeholder initiatives, and civil society.
At 2BPolicy, you will work with a small but driven and ambitious team. Our mission is to bridge the gap between the dynamic legislative ecosystem and industry realities by equipping organisations not only for compliance but also to be a part of the change. Joining our team, you will become a key agent of this change!
About the Role
This role has two components, first to deliver policy support to 2B Policy clients, then to support diverse industry coalitions (from apparel to hard goods) collaborating for the development or implementation of industry methodologies to calculate the environmental footprint of products.
Supporting client accounts and working directly with clients on sustainability (environmental and social) related legislation;
Translating EU legislative developments into concrete next steps for businesses and organisations;
Developing communication materials (e.g., briefs, memos, newsletters) for 2B Policy clients;
Supporting the day-to-day activities of industry groups, coordinating meetings with project participants, technical partners and external and internal stakeholders, taking minutes and keeping track of actions;
Supporting the facilitation of complex technical conversations between members of industry group;
Supporting external communication of group progress through updates on social media accounts & website;
Supporting business development activities: e.g., external communications through updates of social media accounts & website, organization of events and workshops;
Engaging with external stakeholders: EU institutions, multi-stakeholder coalitions, businesses, service providers, and civil society.
Different profiles would be a perfect match for this role, so if you see yourself in this role, we would love to receive your CV!
Qualifications
Minimum of 3 years of proven work experience.
Strong interest in environmental footprinting, knowledge of LCA or PEF a plus if you have a political science background.
Strong interest in environmental legislation and European law if you have an environmental science background.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Ability to interact and engage with various stakeholders in an international context. Experience in group facilitation is a plus.
Excellent project management and organisational skills, and ability to navigate a fast-paced work environment.
Proven track record of engaging in the EU decision-making processes, working with EU institutions, or working on corporate sustainability is a plus.
Excellent analytical capabilities. Ability to communicate complex ideas effectively in English, both verbally and in writing. Knowledge of other EU languages is a plus.
Excellent public speaking and presentation skills to effectively communicate to all audiences.
Education & Skills
University degree in Political Sciences/ European Studies /Law OR Sustainability/ Environmental Sciences.
Background working on sustainability and/or policy within business, consultancy, or multi-stakeholder initiatives.
Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint & Excel) skills required.
Experience working in an international and multi-cultural context is a plus
How to Apply
As 2B Policy is committed to diversity and inclusion, we encourage all applicants, no matter age, race, nationality, sexual orientation, disability, sex and gender identity, religion, or political affiliation, to apply for vacancies.
Send your CV and short cover letter (max. 400 words) to Patrina Feucht via patrina@2bpolicy.eu before 30 March 2025.
