Public Policy Analyst (Junior) - January 2027

Public Policy Analyst For this opportunity, you need to be available to start in January 2027 and your CV must be submitted in English. Who we are: PwC Services Portugal (PSP) is a joint venture between PwC Luxembourg and PwC Portugal, serving as an integral extension of PwC Luxembourg. Our growing team operates as an acceleration center supporting PwC Luxembourg’s clients. Leveraging a unique pool of talented professionals based in Matosinhos, our operating model ensures scalability, consistency, and quality in service delivery by integrating seamlessly into PwC Luxembourg’s operations and addressing talent attraction challenges sustainably. PSP provides a range of services, including Assurance Audit (spanning all industries, with a particular focus on Real Estate and Private Equity), Broader Assurance Services, Tax (including Managed Services, Corporate Tax, VAT, and Accounting), and Advisory (specializing in the Global Fund Industry and Real Estate Valuation). About the Role: PwC Luxembourg is looking for a Junior Consultant to join our Public Sector Advisory team. Our team works with European, national and international public institutions on complex policy challenges, combining policy analysis, research and strategic advisory. Our work covers a diverse range of topics and clients, including European institutions, international and multilateral organisations and national public authorities. As a Junior Consultant, you will join multidisciplinary teams supporting public-sector clients in analysing policy challenges, developing evidence-based recommendations and translating complex information into clear and actionable insights. Key responsibilities: Conduct policy and regulatory research at EU, national and international level: Analyse policies, programmes, markets and socioeconomic trends using qualitative and quantitative information; Collect, structure and analyse data and evidence from public and proprietary sources; Contribute to studies, evaluations, impact assessments, strategies and policy advisory assignments; Support stakeholder consultations, interviews, workshops and expert engagement; Prepare clear and compelling reports, presentations, briefings and policy materials; Monitor relevant policy and regulatory developments; Work closely with colleagues from different disciplines and countries on international assignments. Required Skills and Qualifications: A recently completed Master's degree in economics, public policy, political science, international relations, European studies, law, finance, business, sustainability or another relevant discipline; Previous professional exposure through internships, traineeships or an initial junior role, ideally with a European or national institution, international organisation, multilateral development bank, think tank, consultancy, research organisation or similar environment; A strong interest in EU and international public policy; Excellent analytical and research skills and an ability to quickly understand unfamiliar policy topics; Strong writing skills and an ability to communicate complex subjects clearly and concisely; Confidence working with PowerPoint and Excel; Experience using AI tools in a structured and responsible manner to support research, analysis and drafting, including clear prompts, critical review of outputs, and attention to confidentiality and data protection; Excellent written and spoken English. Additional European languages are an advantage. Most importantly, you are curious, intellectually rigorous and comfortable working across different policy areas. You enjoy turning research and evidence into practical conclusions for decision-makers. What We Offer: The opportunity to contribute to key policy initiatives at EU and international level, supporting public institutions on complex policy challenges; Formal and on-the-job training opportunities to develop your policy expertise, analytical capabilities and consulting skills; A collaborative, international working environment, with opportunities to learn from multidisciplinary teams and work with colleagues and experts across countries.