Who we are

About Stripe

Stripe is a financial infrastructure platform for businesses. Millions of companies - from the world’s largest enterprises to the most ambitious startups - use Stripe to accept payments, grow their revenue, and accelerate new business opportunities. Our mission is to increase the GDP of the internet, and we have a staggering amount of work ahead. That means you have an unprecedented opportunity to put the global economy within everyone's reach while doing the most important work of your career.

About the team

To avoid the worst effects of climate change, most climate models agree the world will need to remove 5-10 billion tons of carbon dioxide from the atmosphere per year by 2050, in addition to dramatically reducing emissions. The Climate team’s goal is to get carbon removal on its best possible trajectory to increase the likelihood that the world builds the carbon removal capacity needed to reach these climate goals.

In 2021 we launched Stripe Climate enabling merchants to direct a fraction of their revenue to help scale emerging carbon removal technologies in just a few clicks. In 2022 we launched Frontier, an advance market commitment to buy $1B+ of permanent carbon removal by 2030. Still, carbon removal is in its early innings–to reach the volume of carbon removal the world needs, demand will have to be driven by governments. In 2023, we hired our first policy lead and in 2025 we funded 8 Stripe Climate Fellows to seed ambitious policy ideas. In 2026, we are ramping up our focus on accelerating demand for carbon removal through policy around the world.

What you’ll do

Responsibilities

 As Stripe's senior EU Market Development Lead, this person will set the vision for growing long-term carbon removal demand in the region and partner closely with NGOs and policymakers to help those policies materialize. 

You’ll be responsible for:

• EU Market Demand (~40%): Dramatically growing the global market for CDR using a wide breadth of demand-side policy levers, including compliance market integration, tax credits, subsidies, and direct procurement. You will partner with the EU NGO ecosystem and oversee Stripe’s policy partners across the EU to both accelerate carbon removal’s eligibility within existing policies as well as generate new ideas (more here).  
• EU Offtake Demand (~40%): Securing a believable trajectory to long-term government demand for Frontier’s offtake portfolio (more here). You will lead location-specific advocacy efforts to help accelerate development and unlock demand for Frontier’s most promising carbon removal projects.
• Global Demand (~20%): Leading new initiatives to unlock global demand. You will work closely with Stripe’s Policy Lead and Frontier’s scientific diligence team to vet market opportunities and grow voluntary and policy support in new regions (the Middle East, Australia, etc.). 

This role requires someone with exceptional policy & regulatory intuition, a track record of getting big things done fast, excellent judgment to make the ‘right’ recommendations, and the fearlessness and humility to help drive progress in a quickly-changing field. 

Who you are

We're looking for someone who meets the minimum requirements to be considered for the role. If you meet these requirements, you are encouraged to apply. The preferred qualifications are a bonus, not a requirement.

Minimum requirements

• BA or BS degree
• 7-10+ years of relevant experience in policy, government, or regulatory affairs
• A track record of generating and implementing ambitious policy initiatives
• Extensive history of engaging with government officials, policymakers, and bureaucrats
• Off-the-charts stakeholder management intuition 
• Excellent oral and written communication skills - especially adept at translating technical jargon into layman’s terms and summarizing complex concepts in a succinct manner

Preferred qualifications 

• Has a strong existing network of policymakers and NGOs in Europe
• Has a deep understanding of policies surrounding climate and carbon markets and the landscape of carbon removal technologies 
• Has worked at the intersection of climate tech and policy
• Is an exceptionally fast learner. Enjoys (and has experience) quickly ramping on new policy and technical topics
• Is uniquely good at getting to the crux of an issue, and can quickly sort the signal from the noise
• Is low ego, and has a proven track record for working well across teams and with external partners

You must be based in Europe, preferably Brussels, or the UK.

Opportunity

Are you an ambitious professional eager to grow your advisory career? Brunswick Group is seeking a talented Consultant with 3-6 years’ experience to join our Brussels office in summer/September 2026 and help international clients navigate high stake policy issues. This is an opportunity to accelerate your development in a dynamic, fast-paced advisory environment, working at the intersection of business, media, and politics.

As a Consultant, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality research, analysis, and project management, while gradually developing your own advisory voice. You’ll gain exposure to cross-border mandates and bring the Brussels perspective to international businesses and sector leaders. You will develop a strong understanding of our clients’ businesses and contribute to the smooth and effective management of client projects and accounts. You will also be responsible for building and nurturing collaborative relationships with colleagues, helping to ensure that expertise and knowledge flow seamlessly across the firm. Externally, you will have the opportunity to develop and strengthen relationships that enhance your own expertise while supporting and enabling your colleagues.

Our clients operate across different (often energy-intensive) industries, sectors that are fundamental to modern economies and face complex challenges such as geopolitical tensions, sustainability pressures, and evolving stakeholder expectations. In this role, you will advise them on how to navigate these dynamics and communicate effectively with investors, regulators, employees, the media, and wider society.

About the Role 

As a Consultant at Brunswick, you will be at the forefront of our client engagements, playing a pivotal role in delivering impactful advisory services. Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:

• Deliver insightful analysis on media, political, regulatory, and market developments, with clear recommendations for clients.
• Draft, edit, and manage client documents, ensuring accuracy and timely delivery.
• Coordinate workstreams and support colleagues in delivering seamless client service.
• Build understanding across key sectors and specialist areas.
• Help organise client meetings and events, ensuring flawless execution.
• Manage upwards to ensure the team are fully informed and prepared for client work 
• Develop networks with peers and stakeholders to strengthen your expertise.
• Contribute to brainstorming and pitch preparation (including research and drafting) 
• Thinking on a strategic and tactical level about client issues and account development. 

What We're Looking For

At Brunswick, we seek smart and curious individuals dedicated to learning and growth. We value potential, strong work ethic, and excellent written and verbal communication skills. Standout candidates demonstrate:

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• 3-6 years’ relevant experience, ideally gained in a public affairs and communications agency, or in-house within the public affairs/government relations function of a corporate organization or in a trade association.

• Experience advising large companies in industrial, infrastructure, and energy sectors on complex, high-impact issues, with a strong grasp of key trends, policy discussions, and stakeholders.

• Deep expertise or a strong interest in industrial companies and policy (for instance Chemicals, Aviation, Construction, Manufacturing, Transportation, Security and Defence) and/or energy (Oil & Gas, Mining, Metals, Power, Utilities, Renewables).

• A strong understanding of the interplay between business, media, and politics, and a genuine interest in how these dynamics shape our clients’ businesses.
• Excellent research and writing skills, with the ability to distil complex information into clear, compelling analysis for business audiences.
• Proven project management abilities, with the ability to oversee multiple fast-moving workstreams and delivering under pressure.

Ideal candidate

• A proactive self-starter with a strong work ethic, intellectual curiosity and attention to detail.
• A collaborative team player who thrives in a supportive, collegiate environment.
• A rising advisor with a growing professional network and experience counselling clients on business-critical issues.

Why Join Us

At Brunswick, you’ll join a collaborative, international team based in the heart of the EU. Our Brussels office as the central hub of our pan European Public Affairs, Regulatory and Geopolitical practice works across diverse sectors on high-stakes global issues, offering constant exposure to senior clients and high-profile events. We invest in training and mentorship to help you grow as an advisor, while fostering a culture that is entrepreneurial, collegiate, and supportive.

Benefits: Hospitalization and Dental Insurance. Employee assistance program. Pension insurance. Commuter Benefits. Paid Time Off: 25 vacation days. Career training and development opportunities.

Annual discretionary bonus contingent upon individual and firm-wide performance.

More about the role:

We are looking for experienced public affairs consultants to join our Technology Practice in Brussels. We are hiring across mid-to-senior levels, from consultants building their client portfolio to senior professionals ready to lead accounts and contribute to the growth of the practice.

This is a unique opportunity to operate at the centre of EU technology policy, advising some of the world’s most influential organisations on their most critical regulatory challenges. From AI governance and platform regulation to cybersecurity, data policy, and digital sovereignty, you will help clients navigate a fast-evolving landscape and translate complexity into strategic advantage.

You will be part of a collaborative, high-performing team, working across markets and disciplines to deliver integrated, insight-led programmes that shape outcomes at the highest levels.

What you'll do:

• Lead and grow a portfolio of technology policy clients, delivering strategic, integrated public affairs programmes

• Provide day-to-day counsel on EU technology policy developments, including key legislative files, for example: DMA (Digital Markets Act), DSA (Digital Services Act), NIS2 (Network & Information Security Directive), AI Act and related initiatives

• Act as a trusted advisor to senior client stakeholders, offering clear, confident guidance on complex and high-profile policy issues

• Design and execute advocacy strategies engaging EU institutions, Member States, trade associations and wider stakeholders

• Monitor and interpret policy developments, translating them into actionable insights and recommendations for clients

• Play an active role in business development, contributing to proposals, pitches and expanding client relationships

• Mentor and support junior team members, fostering a collaborative and high-performing team environment

• Manage accounts with discipline, overseeing budgets, timelines and delivery to ensure excellence and client satisfaction

Experience that contributes to success:

• Strong expertise in EU technology and digital policy, gained in consultancy, in-house public affairs, EU institutions or trade associations

• Demonstrated experience managing client relationships and delivering against complex, multi-stakeholder policy mandates

• Deep understanding of the EU legislative process and the political dynamics shaping the digital and technology landscape

• Ability to distil complex regulatory issues into clear, strategic advice and high-quality client deliverables

• Proven track record in producing client-ready materials, including briefings, position papers and advocacy content

• Confident communicator with strong stakeholder management skills and sound professional judgement

• Collaborative mindset with experience supporting or mentoring colleagues within a team environment

• Fluency in English is essential; additional EU languages are highly valued

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More about the role:

We are looking for an intern to join our Healthcare Team in Brussels for a 6-month paid internship, starting immediately (April 2026).
We advise our clients on their public affairs and corporate communications programs at the global, pan-European, and EU levels and help them navigate EU legislative and regulatory developments through effective advocacy, public relations, thought leadership and stakeholder engagement. Our clients are drawn from many sectors including pharma & consumer health.
Over the course of six months, the successful candidate will gain insight into the workings of a global communications agency and develop the skills necessary to pursue a career in consultancy.

What you'll do:

Research & monitor policy developments on healthcare issues at EU, national and international levels.
Support client work and the implementation of public affairs and communications strategies, including:

• Mapping relevant stakeholders
• Preparing technical briefings
• Attending and organising events and conferences
• Writing meetings/events’ reports
• Contributing to new business proposals

Experience that contributes to success:

• Knowledge and a keen interest in EU policy and decision-making processes, with a focus on healthcare issues.
• Further university education in European studies with if possible, a focus on health sciences.
• Previous public affairs professional experience in an EU institution, regulatory organisation, trade association, advocacy organisation (NGO), company or consultancy is desirable (but not essential).
• Strong research and analytical skills.
• Proactive, resourceful and a team player.
• Critical thinking with a desire to learn in a fast-paced and international environment.
• Familiarity with digital and social campaigns/tools is an advantage.
• Excellent spoken and written English – other European languages would be an asset

What we offer:

• A fixed term duration contract of 6 months under Convention d’Immersion Professionnelle - CIP contract;
• A stimulating work experience within an EU affairs office and multicultural environment (+20 nationalities);
• Training opportunities
• Knowledge and a keen interest in EU policy and decision-making processes, with a focus on healthcare issues.
• Further university education in European studies with if possible, a focus on health sciences.

Practicalities:

Start date – ASAP (April 2026) 
Please note the following:

• the CIP convention excludes any internships for which the intern receives academic credit or undertakes as a part of a degree.
• in order to be eligible for a CIP convention, the candidate must have the right to work full-time in Belgium.

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