European Policy Research Specialist

About BYD

Our Purpose is to build a zero-emission future that reconnects humanity with nature. We are looking for talent that connects with this mission and want to create positive impact by joining a diverse and dynamic team.

BYD is a leading high-tech multinational based in Shenzhen China. Operates in four core fields of IT automotive new energy and rail transit and employs over 300000 people worldwide. As a global pioneer in New Energy Solutions BYD is dedicated to building a zero-emission ecosystem.

BYD Europe BV located in Hoofddorp Netherlands. BYD Europe BV offers a full line of BYD electric vehicles including all-electric cars all-electric buses and all-electric forklift trucks.

Job Summary

We are seeking a Junior European Policy Research Specialist to join our team. The ideal candidate holds a solid academic background in European Green Industrial Policy possesses excellent cross-cultural communication skills and will be responsible for supporting basic policy research external liaison coordination and policy analysis related work.

Key Responsibilities

Basic Research & Analysis

Collect collate and analyze European policy-related data official reports and legislative documents

Assist in drafting policy briefs research reports and meeting summaries

Monitor policy updates and developments of key European institutions (European Commission European Parliament etc.)

Maintain and update policy databases and knowledge management systems

External Liaison & Network Development

Assist in arranging meetings with European policymakers stakeholders and strategic partners

Participate in industry academic conferences seminars and roundtable discussions

Support the team in maintaining cooperative relations with European institutions think tanks and civil society organizations

Assist in preparing external liaison materials and presentation slides

Coordination & Administrative Support

Coordinate internal team meetings and cross-departmental collaborative work

Assist in organizing policy events workshops and policy briefings

Manage project schedules and track deliverables of external institutions

Provide general administrative and business travel support to ensure the smooth progress of projects


Qualifications

Bachelors degree or above in European Studies Public Policy International Relations Political Science or other related fields

At least 2 years of study or living experience in European countries with in-depth understanding of European social cultural and political environment; 0-2 years of relevant work experience

Relevant experience in EU green industrial policy or automotive upstream and downstream industries is highly preferred

Fluent in English (written & spoken); proficiency in other European languages (German French preferred) is a plus

Basic policy research and data analysis capabilities able to sort out and interpret complex information independently

Outstanding written and verbal communication skills with strong cross-cultural communication sensitivity

Able to work efficiently in a multicultural team with good teamwork spirit and collaboration awareness


Location: Hoofddorp
Type of Employment: Full-time on-site