As Senior Manager EU Public Affairs, you will lead our sustainability policy efforts at EU level, representing Zalando directly towards EU policy-makers and stakeholders. The role will be based in Brussels and report to the Head of EU Public Affairs.
INCLUSIVE BY DESIGN
At Zalando, our vision is to be inclusive by design. And this vision starts with our hiring - we do not discriminate on the basis of gender identity, sexual orientation, personal expression, ethnicity, religious belief, or disability status. You are welcome to leave out your picture, age, or marital status from your application. We only assess candidates on their qualifications and merit.
We want to provide you with a great candidate experience. Feel free to inform us of any accommodations you may need, so we can best support you throughout the hiring process.
do.BETTER - our diversity & inclusion strategy:
https://corporate.zalando.com/en/our-impact/dobetter-our-diversity-and-inclusion-strategy
Our employee resource groups:
https://corporate.zalando.com/en/our-impact/our-employee-resource-groups
WHAT WE’D LOVE YOU TO DO (AND LOVE DOING)
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Drive Zalando’s EU level policy engagement independently on various areas of sustainability policy such as ecodesign, packaging, labelling and of product level policy such as product safety etc.
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Be our early detection system. Monitor, assess, and advise internal stakeholders on policy and regulatory developments at EU level and possibly ad hoc at selected EU Member States level.
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Develop and draft policy positions in close collaboration with our sustainability teams, respond to public consultations.
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Collaborate closely with EU and markets Public Affairs colleagues.
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Represent the views of Zalando towards political decision makers and regulatory audiences at EU level. Ensure Zalando maintains constructive relationships.
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Engage proactively with trade associations and industry partners. Manage and leverage our respective memberships.
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Enable further business growth by working hand-in-hand with our business and communications units.
WE’D LOVE TO MEET YOU IF
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5 to 8 years of relevant work experience with EU sustainability policy files.
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Strong and relevant political network, a track record in successful relationship building and political influencing.
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Strong analytical capabilities. Ability to communicate complex ideas effectively. Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English. Any other European language is a plus.
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Empathic, resourceful, collaborative and solution-oriented candidates, with an entrepreneurial mindset.
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Strong interest in and knowledge of the e-commerce, retail and fashion/textile industry.
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Willingness to regularly travel to headquarters in Berlin.
OUR OFFER
Zalando provides a range of benefits, here’s an overview of what you can expect. Ask your Talent Acquisition Partner to learn more about what we offer.
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Highly motivated, international Public Affairs team representing a responsible, future-minded European e-commerce business.
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Opportunity to work on EU legislation for a soon-to-be regulated sector together with experienced and driven internal experts throughout the business
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High degree of personal responsibility, room to grow.
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A workplace run on trust, empowerment and feedback; international, positive, inspiring work atmosphere.
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Competitive salary, employee share shop, Zalando shopping budget, flexible working times and home/office work balance policy, additional holidays.
Learn all about Zalando and our values here: https://jobs.zalando.com/en/?gh_src=22377bdd1us
Please note that all applications must be completed using the online form - we do not accept applications via email.
ABOUT ZALANDO
It’s the perfect time to join Zalando’s journey, from being a pioneer in the world of e-commerce, to becoming the Starting Point for Fashion in Europe. We connect customers, brands, and partners across 25 markets.
Help us drive digital and sustainable solutions for fashion, logistics, advertising and research, bringing head-to-toe fashion to more than 49 million active customers.
Our values: https://jobs.zalando.com/en/our-founding-mindset
do.More - our sustainability strategy:
https://corporate.zalando.com/en/our-impact/domore-our-sustainability-strategy
Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/insidezalando
Please note that all applications must be completed using the online form - we do not accept applications via email.
Top Skills
What We Do
Welcome to Zalando. Here’s some key info about us:
Our position and vision:
- We’re Europe’s leading online platform for fashion and lifestyle
- Founded in Berlin in 2008, we bring head-to-toe fashion to more than 50 million active customers in 25 markets; offering clothes, footwear, accessories, and beauty
- Our vision is to become The Starting Point For Fashion.
Our offering:
- Our assortment of international brands ranges from world-famous names to local labels
- Our platform is a one-stop fashion destination for inspiration, innovation, and interaction
- As Europe’s most fashionable tech company, we work hard to find digital solutions for every aspect of the fashion journey: for our customers, partners, and friends of our brand.
- Our logistics network with 12 centrally located fulfillment centers allows us to efficiently serve our customers throughout Europe, supported by warehouses in Italy, France, Poland, and Sweden with a focus on local customer needs.
Our beliefs:
- Our ambition is to combine our passion for self-expression through fashion with our unwavering commitments to sustainability and D&I
- We believe that our integration of fashion, operations, and online technology gives us the capability to deliver a compelling value proposition to both our customers and fashion brand partners.
