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 300,000 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

• Bachelor’s 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