In this role you will be contributing to business success and enabling growth opportunities for the company.
You will create value through participating in our Brussels activities, coordinating EU influencing with other team members and more broadly collaborating with our organization.
Participate in planning and implementing political engagement for UPM in Brussels focusing on Expanding working relationships with key policy makers in Brussels and strengthen UPM's liaison with key players on EU political affairs
Executing planned and consistent outreach for UPM and businesses
Developing and managing public affairs communications, planning tools and templates
Engage in UPM activities to formulate a consistent policy positioning
Contribute to the global UPM Public Affairs networks, specifically providing expertise and insights on EU political processes and agenda
Liaise with key EU associations and contribute a clear UPM perspective to their engagement
Participate in the daily work and development of UPM Public Affairs team

You have a university degree and minimum five years of relevant working experience in public affairs, government relations or related
You have insights into forest policy, land-use, sustainability and bioeconomy, and related regulatory contexts
You have an in-depth understanding of the EU political landscape. Understanding of German or Finnish politics is an additional benefit
You have experience and personality to engage at political levels and proven experience in engaging with political players in EU and in identifying legislative proposals early in the process, analyzing their impact on companies' business environment and support strategic responses
You have strong communication skills, interest in learning new topics combined with perspective and ability to work in culturally diverse companies
You have a commercial mindset and interest in establishing recognition of a Nordic-German company in Brussels political environment
You are fluent in written and spoken English, other languages like German, French and Finnish are a plus.

A meaningful job: We have an inspiring purpose “We renew the everyday for a future beyond fossils”. Our work is impactful and transformative.
A caring community: Our community is built on great team spirit and shared commitment. We care about each other and the well-being of our colleagues. We support the work-life balance of all our employees.
Development opportunities: We offer you great opportunities to learn and grow throughout your career. We are an international, multi-business organization offering plenty of avenues for personal growth.
Responsible employer: Sustainability is at the core of everything we do. We are committed to ambitious, science-based sustainability targets in all areas, from climate change mitigation to enhancing biodiversity. We foster diversity and inclusivity, offering a work environment in which everyone can be themselves.

Manager, EU Affairs

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