The Left Party seeks Political Secretary to the European Parliament

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The Left Party seeks Political Secretary to the European Parliament Do you want to help drive left-wing policy in the EU and improve everyday life for ordinary people? The Left Party is seeking a political secretary who, together with our parliamentarians and office staff, wants to work for a more equitable, transparent, and solidary Europe. We doubled our mandates in the European Parliament in the 2024 election and are now an office of ten employees consisting of political secretaries and communicators who all work closely with our parliamentarians to achieve our political goals and support the parliamentarians in their mission. Our political priorities involve promoting and driving through a transformative green transition across Europe where major polluters and the very wealthiest pay and ordinary people get better lives. We prioritize using our influence in the EU to impact everyday life and the future in Sweden. This means we work for - ordinary people to afford a better life - the super-rich to contribute more - a climate transition for ordinary people - reclaiming democratic control over socially important activities such as healthcare, education, infrastructure, climate transition, etc. Now we are looking for you who wants to be part of this work. You will work in one or several of the committees where our parliamentarians are members. This includes the committees on equality, industry, foreign affairs, budgetary control, and climate, as well as the committee on the internal market. There you will work closely with Jonas Sjöstedt and Hanna Gedin in their committee work. You will also be part of all other tasks at the office. Job responsibilities: · Prepare materials, follow legislative processes, and develop political proposals. · Analyze and monitor political developments. · Participate in and prepare meetings with other left parties within the European left. · Write talking points, articles, and other texts for the parliamentarians. · Work with communication initiatives in close cooperation with the press secretary – especially in digital channels and social media. · Actively participate in the office's joint planning and other tasks as needed. We are looking for someone who has: · Relevant academic education. · Very good knowledge of politics · Experience working with EU issues or in a politically directed organization. · Very good ability to express yourself in speech and writing in Swedish and English. · Good collaboration skills but also the ability to work independently. · Ability to handle occasional high pace and work towards deadlines. Meritorious: · Education or experience in EU law or economics. · Knowledge of the Left Party's politics and ideology. · Experience with international work or studies. · Knowledge of other EU languages. Practical information: The position is located at the Left Party's EU office in Brussels. The work involves travel to Strasbourg during the parliament's session weeks and irregular working hours. We expect you to share the Left Party's values. Application: Send CV and cover letter as soon as possible to [email protected]. Questions about the position are answered by: Marie Antman, office manager, phone: +32 470 51 79 55 The Left Party strives for diversity in the workplace and welcomes applicants with different backgrounds, genders, and ages. Interviews will take place on a rolling basis so apply right away! Start date October 1, 2026, or by agreement.The Left Party seeks Political Secretary to the European Parliament Do you want to help drive left-wing policy in the EU and improve everyday life for ordinary people? The Left Party is seeking a political secretary who, together with our parliamentarians and office staff, wants to work for a more equitable, transparent, and solidary Europe. We doubled our mandates in the European Parliament in the 2024 election and are now an office of ten employees consisting of political secretaries and communicators who all work closely with our parliamentarians to achieve our political goals and support…

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30. 6. 2026

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23. 7. 2026

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