Climate Leadership Coalition is a leading Northern European non-profit climate-business network based in Helsinki, Finland. CLC’s members are businesses, universities, research institutions and cities that collectively employ over one million people worldwide. We work together to influence climate policy, accelerate the green transition, and to promote solutions like carbon pricing and carbon removals. We believe that a profound transition to a sustainable world is imperative, economically viable and financeable.
About the role
We are now looking for a senior-level Policy Lead to join our seven-person team. As Policy Lead, you will be in a key position to drive CLC’s policy advocacy outreach - driving strategic influence at the EU level, fostering collaboration across our member network, and working closely with CLC’s other team members. We are looking for someone with experience in climate and energy policy, ideally with existing networks in Brussels and the Nordics, who can confidently represent CLC in high-level policy discussions and stakeholder engagements.
Key responsibilities
Policy advocacy leadership and strategy
- Lead CLC’s policy advocacy outreach, including strategy development and implementation, key focus in EU policy
- Plan and coordinate advocacy activities
- Contribute to the planning and implementation of advocacy efforts within CLC’s strategic projects
- Maintain an up-to-date understanding of relevant policy developments and the political landscape
- Identify and respond to legislative and political risks and opportunities
Stakeholder engagement and representation
- Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders in Brussels, the Nordics, and international contexts, such as the UNFCCC
- Develop and manage relationships with policymakers, industry representatives, and other relevant actors
Member collaboration and policy development
- Engage with corporate and other CLC members to gather input and develop joint policy positions
- Prepare clear and structured documentation to communicate advocacy messages
- Support CLC working groups by facilitating meetings, documenting discussions, and coordinating follow-up
What will help you thrive in this role
- Background in climate, energy or circular economy policy and strong interest for all of these
- Solid experience in EU policy and in-depth understanding of the EU decision-making process and key stakeholders
- Existing networks in Brussels and in the Nordics
- Outstanding analytical skills and ability to synthesise complex information
- In-depth understanding of Nordic businesses and their priorities
- Strong organisational skills, with the ability to plan, prioritise, and meet deadlines
- Exceptional interpersonal and relationship-building skills
- Fluency in English, Finnish and/or Swedish is a plus
- Proficient use of versatile ICT tools, combined with an interest in and experience of data analysis
What you can expect from us
Meaningful mission – An opportunity to work on climate change and nature topics, have an impact in the clean Nordic value chains and shape the market to boost them.
Powerful community – Large Nordic corporations, universities, research institutions and cities are CLC members with whom we interact on a dailyly basis.
Thriving culture – We are committed to working as a team to build the best possible outcomes, and we support and encourage each other for professional growth.
The employment is full-time and permanent. The salary at the start of employment is EUR 6 400 – 8 400 per month. We would hope for someone to start in this position as soon as possible, ideally in August/September. There is a 6-month probation period at the beginning of employment.
Our office is located in Helsinki. We work a minimum of two days per week at the office; rest can be done remotely. You can also be based in Stockholm or Brussels, in any case a lot of meetings will take place in Helsinki, Stockholm and Brussels.
Application process
As the summer holidays are just around the corner, we are speeding up our recruitment process. Therefore, if you think you are the person we are looking for and this work motivates you, apply for the position by filling in this form. Application period ends on Tuesday, June 3, 2025, at 8:00 AM CET / 09:00 AM EET.
The first round of interviews will take place on Wednesday June 11, 2025. If you are unable to attend on this date, we will do our best to arrange an alternative time. Interviews will primarily be conducted in Helsinki, but remote interviews can be arranged in exceptional circumstances, such as if you are located far away. The second round of interviews is planned for Wednesday June 18, 2025. All applicants will be notified on Monday, June 9, 2025 regarding their selection for interviews.
CLC CEO Tuuli Kaskinen will answer questions by phone (+358 50 5149752) at the following times:
Monday, May 26, 2025, 11:00-12:00 CET / 12:00-13:00 EET
Friday, May 30, 2025, 09:00-10:00 CET / 10:00-11:00 EET
To support equity and diversity, we welcome applications from individuals of all ages and different backgrounds.
