Case Handler Officer

European Union - EU

Brussels, Belgium

Consultant Closes 24 Jul 2026 1 days left

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Overview

The role involves working as a case handler within the European Commission, responsible for a portfolio of State aid cases across various sectors. The position requires economic and legal assessment of notifications and complaints, drafting decisions, and assisting in defending these decisions before European Courts.

Key Responsibilities

Take responsibility for a portfolio of State aid cases.
Conduct economic and legal assessment of notifications by Member States and complaints from competitors.
Draft decisions for adoption by the Commission.
Assist the Legal Service in defending decisions before the European Courts.
Engage with public service obligations and SGEI rules.

Required Experience

Professional experience in State aid law and policy, particularly in the assessment of public service obligations under SGEI rules and Article 106(2) TFEU. Familiarity with sectors covered by the Unit (postal services, healthcare, housing, gambling, education, culture, maritime, or road transport) would be an asset. Knowledge of State aid and SGEI rules as they apply to the housing sector would be particularly welcome.

Qualifications

At least a level of education corresponding to completed university studies of at least 3 years attested by a diploma. Qualifications must be issued or recognised as equivalent by EU Member State authorities.

Other Details

Languages Required

• A thorough knowledge (minimum level C1) of one of the 24 official languages of the EU. • A satisfactory knowledge (minimum level B2) of a second official language of the EU, to the extent necessary for the performance of the duties. • Very good drafting skills in English are essential.

Languages Preferred

Familiarity with sectors covered by the Unit — such as postal services, healthcare, housing, gambling, education, culture, maritime, or road transport — would be an asset; knowledge of State aid and SGEI rules as they apply to the housing sector would be particularly welcome.

Contract Duration

The duration of the 1st contract will be of 1 to 4 years. The contract might then be extended only once for a maximum of 2 years.

Work Modality

The place of employment will be Brussels.

Remuneration

The pay of staff members consists of a basic salary supplemented with specific allowances, including, where applicable, expatriation and family allowances. The European Commission applies a policy of equal opportunities and non-discrimination.

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