Associate (Consultant) (m/f/d)

Description

DGA Group Europe is looking to recruit a dynamic and motivated Associate (Consultant) to support our Public Affairs team in Berlin. As an Associate, your role will involve navigating political and policy challenges, working with top-tier businesses, and fostering innovation alongside our vibrant team in Berlin. Join us and be part of a team that is shaping the narrative and driving impactful change nationwide.

Location

Berlin, Germany (Hybrid)

Responsibilities

• Monitoring political developments and policy trends
• Preparing reports, presentations and other internal and external documents
• Research and analysis on a range of policy topics, relating to, among others, digital and tech as well as the financial sector
• Organising and participating in meetings and events
• Client facing work as part of the account team to deliver public affairs and communications programmes for our clients
• Conduction outreach programmes towards the German federal government, Bundestag, and other stakeholders

Expectations of a DGA Associate

• Productive, self-starter with positive attitude and eagerness to contribute to a fast-growing and dynamic global consultancy.
• Strong inter-personal skills and ability to support a team of experienced consultants in fast-paced environment.
• Strong desire to work in a political environment and public affairs consultancy.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in a policy-related field (political sciences, economics, politics, law, etc.)
• Previous experience in a public affairs agency or policy-related job
• Demonstrable interest in and understanding of German political, policy and legislative processes
• Knowledge of the German political institutions and of German political decision-making
• Knowledge via previous work experience of the digital/tech or finance sectors, if possible
• Proven excellence in verbal and written communications with perfect German and excellent knowledge of English
• Good organisational skills and time management
• Good interpersonal skills with the ability to work in an international team
• Ability to work at pace, as part of a team, prioritise tasks and deliver high quality work within tight deadlines
• A confident communicator, with the ability to understand and grasp detail

What We Offer

• An exciting role with one of the market leaders in global policy and public affairs
• An attractive compensation with ongoing professional development opportunities
• The opportunity to develop your skills in a professional hands-on role within a great team within a leading public affairs consultancy
• Varied and interesting assignments
• A multicultural, international and stimulating work environment

About DGA

The DGA Group (DGA) is a global consulting firm specializing in public affairs and strategic political communication. DGA offers integrated, multidisciplinary consulting and support to clients facing complex regulatory, legal, reputational, financial, and geopolitical challenges. The Berlin DGA office is part of this global consulting network that offers clients integrated solutions in a complex regulatory environment. The Berlin office works closely with over 300 colleagues in more than 45 countries. In Germany, the DGA Group advises major international companies and associations in the areas of public affairs, political analysis and advocacy, strategic communications, government relations, and association management. To learn more, visit dgagroup.com.

Equal Opportunity Employer

DGA Group is committed to equal opportunity in recruitment and employment practices and opposes all forms of unlawful or unfair discrimination. No job applicant or employee receives unfavorable treatment on the grounds of color, race, nationality, ethnic or national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, religion or belief, or any other status protected by law.