Student Assistant – Regulatory Affairs

More than just a Job

Decarbonizing the maritime industry is more than just a job to us. We are a team of deeply committed colleagues working to ensure safe and sustainable zero-carbon solutions across the maritime industry, for the better good of both people and the planet. Our not-for-profit and independent Center is a visible and significant driver of the global maritime decarbonization journey, and right now we are looking for a talented Student Assistant to join our Regulatory Affairs team in Copenhagen.

The Opportunity

The Regulatory Affairs team is deeply committed to drive decarbonization through regulatory reform. We are exposed to many areas of expertise in the center and collaborate across the teams to build robust regulations for the industry. Our new Student Assistant will report to the Head of Regulatory Affairs and become part of a great multi-cultural team with diverse professional backgrounds.

Day-to-day Responsibilities

Our new Student Assistant will be involved in many activities ranging from administrative tasks to analytical areas:

• Supporting the team in analyzing regulatory texts related to maritime decarbonization
• Developing briefs and presentation materials on regulations and legislative processes in the International Maritime Organization, the EU and various national contexts
• Supporting the team in project management tasks
• Contacting stakeholders and mediate between different teams in support of ongoing projects with other hubs and teams

Who are we looking for?

Minimum requirement:

• Enrollment in a study program in the Copenhagen area, either on 3^rd year Bachelor or 1^st year Master studies, in Political Science, International Politics, Law, Business or any other relevant social science field

Ideally, you recognize yourself in most elements of the following description:

• Solid understanding of the international political system, including the structures and functions of organizations such as the United Nations and the European Union and their influence on maritime regulation
• Genuine interest in green transition, renewable fuels, shipping and international maritime law
• Curiosity on technical topics and ability to clearly communicate complex information to both specialist and generalist audiences
• Strong business insight, with the ability to understand and anticipate how regulatory developments impact organizational strategy and the broader maritime industry
• Strong communication skills with excellent written and spoken English
• Great experience in MS - Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, SharePoint
• International mindset and able to navigate in an international environment

What’s in it for you

We value the diversity of our talent in all its forms and we see diversity as a genuine source of strength for building high performing teams. We are proud to be a multicultural, dynamic, and mission-driven center with great learning opportunities. We are deeply motivated by the opportunity to drive a sustainable transition towards a greener future for shipping and combine our deep specialist competencies to create industry-wide impact. A journey you can join.

Through this diverse workforce, you can expect:

• An international, talented team of mission-driven colleagues
• An innovative and collaborative workplace with room for growth and development
• A caring and social work environment who succeed together
• Opportunity to expand your knowledge base and get responsibility for both large and small tasks
• A vibrant international student cluster network. Currently we count 16 Student Assistants across the Center functions

Working hours are flexible, especially around examination periods, but we expect you to work approximately 15 hours per week.

The recruitment process

Please submit your CV and short motivational letter as soon as possible. We will conduct interviews with relevant candidates on an ongoing basis and complete the recruitment process when the right candidate is found.  

Any information sent to us will be treated with full confidentiality and in accordance with current GDPR legislation.