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Stagiaire position: 3 Month extendable

The opportunity

A 3-month minimum, remunerated, stagiaire position.

HLC is an independent strategy consultancy, based in Brussels, Belgium, providing advice on political strategy to blue-chip multinational clients and campaign groups.  We work across a number of issues, spanning a variety of industry areas.

The role will involve research, creation of high-level reports (PowerPoint / Word), and a degree of interaction with clients.

  • Support the development and implementation of client projects and campaigns
  • Draft communication material and policy briefs
  • Media and policy monitoring and analysis
  • Participation in the development of strategic client advice
  • Preparation, research and support on new business development
  • Support of business administration

The candidate

If you are finishing your studies or a recent graduate, ideally with a Master’s degree and a strong interest in European and global political and business issues, we are looking for a quick learner and enthusiastic self-starter with good interpersonal skills.

Essential qualities are:

  • English language skills at native-speaker level with very strong written abilities, knowledge of other languages, is an asset
  • Strong writing skills, including experience of writing PowerPoint reports
  • Advanced IT skills in MS Office, particularly Word and PowerPoint
  • Strong research abilities, especially media tracking and political processes
  • Excellent attention to detail and highly organised
  • At least an undergraduate degree is required - a masters degree is desirable
  • Possession of an EU passport, student visa or other means of working in Belgium for six months without work permit sponsorship