Digital Transformation Adviser

Are you passionate about EU affairs, retail and wholesalers and eager to make a meaningful impact in a leading EU trade association? EuroCommerce, representing a sector that accounts for one in four businesses in the EU, is seeking a dynamic individual to join its team of 25 European policy and communication experts.

About EuroCommerce

EuroCommerce is a leading European business federation representing the voice of retailers and wholesalers in Europe with a team of 25 highly motivated policy, advocacy, and communications professionals. Eurocommerce offers a stimulating, dynamic, and multicultural environment in which personal development and teamwork represent core values.

EuroCommerce members include national associations in 27 European countries, sector federations, and 35 leading retailers and wholesalers. EuroCommerce is the recognised social partner for retail and wholesale at EU level.

The sector accounts for 5 million businesses, including international players and a vast majority of small businesses, contributing 10% of EU’s GDP. EuroCommerce is Europe’s first private employer providing jobs to 26 million Europeans. The sector supports a strong and talents transformation in the sector. For more info about EuroCommerce, click here.

About the role

EuroCommerce is looking for an enthusiastic and collaborative team player who can also work autonomously. You will engage closely with EuroCommerce members across Europe, the EuroCommerce team, and various stakeholders to advance the sector’s interests.

The position focuses on how retail and wholesale businesses market their products and services. In today’s landscape, online and offline sales channels are merging into a seamless omnichannel experience, serving both consumers and business customers. Your first mission will be to develop a compelling narrative on how digital transformation is reshaping our sector.

Key responsibilities

• Policy Monitoring and Analysis: Track and analyse EU policy developments affecting omnichannel marketing (e.g. consumer law, Digital Fairness Act, DSA, AI Act, GDPR, Cybersecurity) and keep members informed.
• Stakeholder Collaboration: Work proactively with EuroCommerce members, EU institutions and key stakeholders to ensure the sectors’ interests are well-represented.
• Consensus Building: Develop policy recommendations and positions on priority issues; facilitate consensus among members.
• Communications: Manage internal and external communications, identify and leverage opportunities to promote EuroCommerce narrative.
• Advocacy and Network expansion: Build and maintain a strong network of contacts with members and stakeholders.
• Committee Support: Support the EuroCommerce Committee for Digital, Single Market & Consumer Policy.

Ideal candidate profile

• A relevant Master’s degree and 2-3 years of professional experience.
• A strong interest in EU policy, with a focus on digital and consumer policy.
• Excellent command of English (spoken and written), with strong presentation and analytical skills.
• Proactive and entrepreneurial mindset; comfortable working both independently and as part of a team.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build effective relationships with EuroCommerce members and stakeholders.
• Ability to anticipate how emerging EU policy debates may impact the sector.
• High energy and a proven ability to deliver results in a demanding environment with tight deadlines.

What EuroCommerce is offering

• Standard employment contract based on Belgian law.
• Non-salary package: health and group insurance, transport, internet and phone allowance, meal vouchers, holidays 20 + 7 additional days.
• Training opportunities.
• Opportunity to grow professionally.
• Nice and dynamic working atmosphere, multicultural team, flexible working conditions

How to apply

Interested? If you are ready to explore this exciting opportunity, please submit your covering letter and CV to Sigrid Ligné at sigrid.ligne@mavence.com stating the job title “Adviser digital transformation” in the subject line.

Interested candidates are encouraged to apply as early as possible.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.