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full-timeExternal Affairs, Brussels
Anthropic · Brussels, Belgium
Anthropic is an AI safety and research company dedicated to developing reliable, interpretable, and steerable artificial intelligence systems. This role, based in Brussels, focuses on external affairs and EU policy engagement. The successful candidate will work within the International Policy team to represent the company's interests across EU institutions, including the Commission and Parliament. Day-to-day responsibilities involve analyzing complex policy proposals, mapping the evolving EU digital regulatory landscape, and drafting formal submissions for public consultations. The position requires active stakeholder management, where the analyst will coordinate briefings, roundtables, and strategic campaigns to advocate for AI safety and innovation. This role is well-suited for a professional with significant experience in the Brussels policy ecosystem who can translate intricate technical AI concepts into accessible policy positions. Candidates should possess a strong background in EU digital policy, proven advocacy skills, and the ability to foster relationships with diverse political and academic partners. The position involves occasional travel within the EMEA region and to the United States to support global policy alignment.
About Anthropic Anthropic’s mission is to create reliable, interpretable, and steerable AI systems. We want AI to be safe and beneficial for our users and for society as a whole. Our team is a quickly growing group of committed researchers, engineers, policy experts, and business leaders working together to build beneficial AI systems. About the role We are looking for an experienced EU Policy Analyst to build relationships with external stakeholders and develop policy positions within the EU ecosystem in order to drive progress in AI policy and safety. Working as part of the International Policy team, you will help develop policy engagement with the EU institutions, think tanks, academia and other relevant stakeholders. You will collaborate with policy colleagues on a wide variety of projects, from analyzing policy proposals and mapping the policy landscape to drafting submissions for public comment, planning events, and building strategic campaigns that amplify Anthropic's policy presence. This role will be crucial in advancing and supporting Anthropic's mission within the EU, shaping AI governance to balance safety, innovation, and European competitiveness. Key responsibilities Support policy engagement with the EU Commission, Parliament, relevant agencies and public sector partners on issues related to government policy and regulatory implications for frontier labs Engage key policy stakeholders (e.g., via briefings, consultations, demos, roundtables), in coordination with the wider EMEA policy team Analyze policy proposals and map the EU policy landscape to inform Anthropic's positions Draft submissions for public comment and consultations Plan events and build strategic campaigns that amplify Anthropic's policy presence Cultivate relationships with key policy and political partners across the EU AI policy ecosystem Partner with the EMEA GTM team to support commercial efforts as appropriate Minimum qualifications In-depth knowledge of the EU's digital regulatory landscape, including deep knowledge of EU AI and data policy Professional experience working on EU digital policy Ability to translate complex technical and regulatory topics into accessible, relevant information that drives understanding of the most crucial debates around AI and its impact on society A track record of effective and creative advocacy with EU governments and regulatory authorities Experience in event planning and stakeholder management, with strong organizational skills Strong written and verbal communication, with the ability to identify core priorities within the EU that effectively represent Anthropic's wider values and goals Preferred qualifications At least 5 years of professional experience working on EU digital policy Experience within the EU institutions or the Brussels policy ecosystem Experience drafting and executing complex policy campaigns that move the needle on legislative action A clear interest in how EU AI and data policy can translate into wider global standards on AI safety and security This role is based in Brussels and sits on the EMEA Policy Team. It requires travel within EMEA (once or twice per quarter) and occasionally to the United States. Logistics Minimum education: Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of education, training, and/or experience Required field of study: A field relevant to the role as demonstrated through coursework, training, or professional experience Minimum years of experience: Years of experience required will correlate with the internal job level requirements for the position Location-based hybrid policy: Currently, we expect all staff to be in one of our offices at least 25% of the time. However, some roles may require more time in our offices. Visa sponsorship: We do sponsor visas! However, we aren't able to successfully sponsor visas for every role and every candidate. But if we make you an offer, we will make every reasonable effort to get you a visa, and we retain an immigration lawyer to help with this. We encourage you to apply even if you do not believe you meet every single qualification. Not all strong candidates will meet every single qualification as listed. Research shows that people who identify as being from underrepresented groups are more prone to experiencing imposter syndrome and doubting the strength of their candidacy, so we urge you not to exclude yourself prematurely and to submit an application if you're interested in this work. We think AI systems like the ones we're building have enormous social and ethical implications. We think this makes representation even more important, and we strive to include a range of diverse perspectives on our team. Your safety matters to us. To protect yourself from potential scams, remember that Anthropic recruiters only contact you from @anthropic.com email addresses. In some cases, we may partner with vetted recruiting agencies who will identify themselves as working on behalf of Anthropic. Be cautious of emails
| Role | External Affairs, Brussels |
|---|---|
| Company | Anthropic |
| Location | Brussels, Belgium |
| Compensation | Not disclosed |
| Posted | 2026-09-22 |
| Deadline | Rolling |
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- 1ApplicationSubmit your resume through the apply link.
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- 3AssessmentA technical test, assignment, or coding round, depending on the role.
- 4Interview(s)One or more rounds with the hiring team.
- 5OfferOffer letter with compensation and start date.
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