Summits Executive/Manager

The Parliament is seeking one (1) Summits Executive/Manager to join its Brussels-based Events team starting as soon as possible in  October 2026 (CDI).

In this role, you will lead on the conceptualisation and delivery of The Parliament special projects and events – leveraging your experience and ideas to innovate media events. You will work with high-level policymakers, an editorial team, and senior clients, gaining insights into how a media business operates.

THE ROLE

Content production:

• Work with the Director of Programmes to plan and draft flagship activities that are aligned with current affairs and market needs
• Organise research calls and meetings with leading stakeholders to identify most prominent topics in EU affairs
• Prepare business plans including competitors’ landscape and industry trends
• Lead on concept development – content and formats

Stakeholder management:

• Research and recruit speakers and act as their main POC (pre/post event comms, briefing, on-site liaison)
• Main point of contact for the client on all event-related questions
• Work proactively with the sales team to ensure information is shared efficiently to enhance clients’ satisfaction
• Prepare marketing briefs and support preparation of marketing creatives, content for emails, print & online materials
• Lead on related internal teams communications and timely updates (sales, marketing, editorial, production etc.)

Logistics:

• Update all relevant documents: websites, apps, trackers, etc.
• Together with the production manager, accountable for look & feel of the event, ensuring the guest experience is first-class

WHAT YOU’LL NEED

• Minimum of 2 years of professional experience with a demonstrated track record in events and project management
• Excellent organizational and prioritization skills
• Proficient in liaising with and coordinating a high number of stakeholders
• Independent and very pro-active, with a strong can-do attitude and eager to innovate
• Must stay on top of the politics and policies of the European Union
• Keen attention to detail and high-level client skills
• Written and verbal fluency in English is required; knowledge of other EU languages is appreciated

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

20 + 5 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays

Lunch vouchers

Hospitalisation coverage via AXA insurance

Pension Plan with Monument

Eco-cheques

Annual premium paid in June each year (pro/rata)

Monthly contribution to public transport

Starting date : October 2026 (flexible) with a contract of indeterminate duration. The position is based in Brussels with office time required as well as occasional travel. Work outside office hours (7 to 9 and 18 to 22) is occasionally required and compensated.

Deadline to apply : Wednesday 16 September 2026 COB. We are interviewing candidates on a rolling basis, therefore we encourage you to apply sooner rather than later.

Please note candidates must possess the right to work in Belgium.

CONTACT

Please send your CV (1 page max) and cover letter (1 page max) to Summits Manager, Lukas Nygardh, Voir email sur click.appcast.io with “Summits + your name” in the subject line of the email.

Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.