Operations & IT assistant (part-time)
Spark Legal and Policy Consulting is looking for an Operations & IT Assistant to join our team part-time, to support operations management and the IT help-desk and take part in the development of future IT and automation processes. The successful candidate will be based in our Brussels office.
The opportunity:
Spark is a consultancy dedicated to providing high quality (cross-border) research, analysis and advisory services in a wide range of EU and national law and policy areas (e.g., Energy, Health, Justice and Home Affairs, Competition). With a growing team of over 25 legal and policy consultants, covering more than 10 different European nationalities, we are looking for a part-time Operations & IT assistant to strengthen our team and support our Director of Operations, as from September 2025. The working scheme will correspond to at least 2 days/week and will be further discussed with the successful candidate. Work-study/apprenticeship arrangements are accepted.
What you will do:
Your key responsibilities will entail:
- Oversee the daily management of operations systems and coordinate with team members to maintain smooth workflows.
- Ensure regular updates on internal workflows, protocols and templates.
- Coordinate IT support by addressing technical issues, proposing solutions, and liaising with our external IT experts where necessary.
- Implement and monitor IT Security Policies.
- Support the evolution of digital processes by identifying, researching and testing new tools and technologies to support automation, compliance and operational efficiency.
- Organise and deliver staff training regarding the use of internal protocols, digital tools and AI applications.
- Provide support across a range of operational processes as needed.
What makes you a good fit:
- Experience in managing digital operations systems, maintaining documentation and templates, and supporting the setup and evolution of internal workflows.
- Ability to troubleshoot technical issues, and manage basic cybersecurity tasks.
- Proficiency in identifying, testing, and implementing new software tools to improve operational efficiency, especially those related to automation, AI, and compliance.
- A positive, pro-active attitude and eagerness to learn new skills quickly and take on responsibilities.
- Good communication skills, with the willingness to help the team.
- Highly organised and adaptable, with the ability to work on a broad range of tasks and coordinate multiple priorities.
- Fluent in English (spoken and written).
What we offer:
- A dynamic and flexible work environment, as part of a growing international, highly motivated team;
- The opportunity to grow within the company;
- Part-time arrangement with possible flexible work scheme;
- Competitive salary.
If you think you fit this profile and are interested in taking on this challenge, please send us an email with your CV and motivation letter at info@sparklegalpolicy.eu by 15 September.
Business Operations Officer
Location: Brussels, Belgium
Duration: 1-year contract
Start Date: As of September 2025
About Spark
Spark is a consultancy dedicated to providing high quality (cross-border) research, analysis and advisory services in a wide range of EU and national law and policy areas (e.g., Energy, Health, Justice and Home Affairs, Competition). With a growing team of over 25 legal and policy consultants, covering more than 10 different European nationalities, we are looking for a Business Operations Officer to join our team as soon as possible.
What you will do
As a Business Operations Officer, you will play a key role in ensuring the smooth running of our administrative and operational processes. Your responsibilities will include:
- Overseeing the implementation of administrative protocols and managing daily operations systems
- Liaising with project managers to ensure financial and administrative processes are followed
- Working across departments to connect day-to-day tasks and initiatives, analyzing data to spot inefficiencies, and proposing practical solutions to streamline processes, improve workflows, and support teams in achieving their goals
- Coordinating with team members to maintain and update internal workflows, protocols, and templates
- Managing the administrative aspects of Spark tenders, including documentation and supporting evidence
- Assisting with HR tasks such as recruitment, employee onboarding, and communication with the payroll company
- Ensuring the smooth running of daily office operations (including correspondence, database updates, file and supply management) while proactively fostering an organised, welcoming, and positive workplace environment
What we offer
- A dynamic, friendly and international team
- Flexible work arrangements
- Structured onboarding and mentorship: you will be assigned a supervisor and a mentor, receive training on Spark’s tools and protocols, and participate in regular check-ins to support integration and development
- Opportunities for growth: you will be encouraged to take ownership of tasks, contribute ideas to shape and improve processes, and gain hands-on experience across Spark’s operations, with room to evolve into broader roles depending on your interests and skills
How to apply
If you are interested, please send your cover letter and CV to info@sparklegalpolicy.eu by October 15, demonstrating how you meet the following criteria:
- Proven experience in administrative support roles (ideally within a consultancy or project-based environment)
- Highly organised and adaptable, with the ability to work on a broad range of tasks and coordinate multiple priorities
- Positive, proactive attitude and eagerness to learn new skills quickly and take on responsibilities
- Comfortable managing digital operations systems, maintaining documentation and templates, and supporting the setup and evolution of internal workflows
- Experience with HR-related tasks such as recruitment coordination and payroll liaison
- Familiarity with tendering processes and documentation requirements is a plus
- Proficient in English, French or Dutch is a plus
Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted by email.
Trainee Legal Consultant
Location: Brussels, Belgium
Duration: 6 months, full-time
Start Date: Early November 2025
Spark Legal and Policy Consulting is looking to recruit proactive, curious and highly motivated trainees to join our Brussels office full-time, starting November 2025. This is a 6-month traineeship, offering you a chance to gain hands-on experience in legal and policy fields while working in an international and dynamic environment.
You will support one of the following areas:
- Justice and Home Affairs
- Energy, Mobility and Environment
- Employment, Education and Health
- Internal Market, Financial Affairs and Competition
- Communication Networks and Technology
What you will do
As a trainee at Spark, you will:
- Support the preparation and acquisition of new projects and studies through tendering
- Assist with project management and coordination of cross-border research teams
- Conduct legal and policy research, analysis, and reporting on findings
- Liaise and communicate with high-profile experts and clients
What we offer
- A dynamic and flexible work environment, with an international, friendly and highly motivated team
- The chance to work on diverse projects across a wide range of legal and policy areas, under the guidance of experienced project and tender managers
- An inspiring atmosphere where autonomy and personal initiative are encouraged
- A competitive salary
- 11 days of paid holidays during the 6-month traineeship
How to apply
If you are interested, please send your cover letter and CV to info@sparklegalpolicy.eu by September 30, indicating which of the above-mentioned area(s) you would be interested in and demonstrating how you meet the following essential criteria:
- At least a master’s degree in law (a stage/internship or other work experience at the EU institutions would be a plus)
- An interest in and understanding of EU law and policy
- Excellent research and analysis skills
- A strong work ethic, an enthusiastic, flexible attitude, and excellent communication skills
- The ability to work independently and as part of a team
- English language proficiency
Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted by email.
Trainees and/or Junior Consultants (Private Sector)
Location: Brussels, Belgium (with the possibility to work from Málaga, Spain)
Duration: 6 months, full-time
Start Date: As soon as possible
Spark Solutions, a newly established branch of Spark Legal and Policy Consulting, is seeking proactive, entrepreneurial, and highly motivated trainees or junior professionals. This is a unique opportunity to gain first-hand experience in business development and legal-policy consulting within a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
About Spark Solutions
Spark Solutions supports private sector clients with high-quality research and analysis across a wide range of legal and policy areas. Our work spans topics such as data protection, employment law, environmental compliance, health & safety and tech regulation. We help businesses thrive by making law and regulation easier to understand and ensuring compliance at each step of their journey.
What you will do
- Assist in business development activities, including drafting proposals and preparing presentations for potential clients and partners
- Conduct legal and policy research, analysis, and reporting on findings
- Help coordinate projects and internal operations in a start-up-like setting
- Support with client relationship management, stakeholder communication, and representation at events and networking activities
- Contribute fresh and innovative ideas to help shape the company’s growth and service offerings
What we offer
- A dynamic and flexible work environment, as part of a small, international, and highly motivated team
- A hands-on role in building a company
- Opportunities to work on diverse projects across private sector industries
- Guidance and mentoring from experienced professionals
- A competitive salary
- Traineeship: 6 months duration with 11 days of paid holidays
- Junior position: one-year contract with extra holidays
Your profile
We are looking for candidates who meet the following criteria:
- At least a master’s degree in private or business law (previous internship or work experience in the private sector is an asset)
- Excellent research, analytical, and problem-solving skills
- Entrepreneurial mindset, flexibility, and willingness to take initiative
- Strong communication skills and ability to engage with clients and stakeholders
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
- English language proficiency (other languages are a plus)
How to apply
If you are interested, please send your cover letter and CV to info@sparklegalpolicy.eu by September 30, outlining your motivation for joining Spark Solutions and how you meet the above criteria.
Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted by email.
Spontaneous Applications
We are always looking for exceptional individuals to join our growing team of experts in EU law and policy! If you are about to start your professional career or already have experience in legal consultancy and/or the EU public policy field – if you are interested in EU law and policy, smart, highly motivated and resourceful, then Spark may be the place for you.
If you believe you have these characteristics and could add value to our company, please send your CV and a letter of motivation to info@sparklegalpolicy.eu, or contact us for more information.
Recruitment privacy notice: Spark processes all personal data acquired as part of the recruitment process in line with Regulation (EU) 2016/679 (GDPR) and only uses it for assessing your suitability for employment with our company and managing the application process. If we intend to use your data for any other purpose, such as including your contact details in our database of national legal experts, we will only do so after obtaining your consent. Candidate personal data will not be shared with any third parties. If you have any questions concerning the processing of personal data, please contact us at info@sparklegalpolicy.eu