Executive Assistant – Justice & Home Affairs

About the role

The U.S. Embassy in Brussels seeks an Executive Assistant to support the Department of Justice Senior Counsel, the State Department Legal Adviser, and the Executive Team of the U.S. Mission to the European Union. The role combines substantive research, policy analysis, project coordination, and office management in a dynamic, multicultural environment.

Key responsibilities

• Conduct research and provide policy analysis on current Justice and Home Affairs priorities.
• Prepare briefs, reports, and presentations for senior officials.
• Assist with financial management, including budgeting and accounting tasks.
• Provide administrative support such as calendar management, correspondence, and travel arrangements.
• Support project and program initiatives, ensuring timely delivery and proper documentation.
• Manage day‑to‑day office operations and logistics.

Required profile

• U.S. citizen with legal right to reside and work in Belgium.
• Bachelor’s degree (or secondary school completion with extensive experience) and the required years of professional government/policy experience as outlined in the posting.
• Proven experience in a senior‑level office environment.
• Demonstrated ability to conduct research and policy analysis.
• Experience with budgeting and accounting processes.

Required skills

What we offer

• Full‑time permanent position.
• Salary €4,466 gross per month (training grade €4,158).
• Extra‑legal benefits: life and hospitalization insurance (family covered), meal tickets, transportation reimbursements, seniority leave, special holidays, training opportunities, and Employee Assistance Program.