kandidatu EU

Policy Officer

European Commission · Brussels, Belgium

This post in plain words

You would work in the Financial Markets Infrastructure unit of DG FISMA in Brussels, helping prepare EU rules for post-trading markets and derivatives. The team of about 15 people works on topical files linked to the Savings and Investment Union.

Temporary agent

Can you apply?

The notice does not state nationality or age limits in the text. Check the eligibility page on the EU Careers website before applying.

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Languages
English is the working language of the unit. Other EU languages would be useful.
Education
Background in law is ideal, including civil, company or private law if possible.
Experience
Knowledge of financial markets is essential. Experience drafting EU law is useful.
Contract
Temporary agent, administrator, grade range AD 5 to AD 7.

What they ask for:

  • Essential knowledge of financial markets
  • Ability to communicate complex issues clearly
  • Ability to represent the Commission in external meetings
  • Background in law, ideally civil, company or private law
  • Good command of English as the working language

What you would do

  • Provide legal analysis to support policy advice
  • Help prepare and negotiate legislative and regulatory measures on post-trading
  • Deal with international issues on securities and market infrastructures
  • Provide input to impact assessments and evaluations of EU actions
  • Explain Unit activities to intermediaries, infrastructures and authorities
  • Monitor implementation of rules and interpret EU law through Q&As

How to apply

Send one PDF with your CV first and the completed application form second, by email to the FISMA recruitment mailbox, quoting the reference in the subject.

Good to know:

  • Knowledge of post-trading infrastructures is welcome but not essential.
  • The notice says no applications will be accepted after the deadline.
  • Applications must be sent to the FISMA recruitment mailbox listed in the notice.

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