Ready to help shape the next chapter of European journalism in an independent newsroom? This opportunity is for you.

For over a decade, Contexte has provided journalism on EU policymaking to an audience interested in politics and policies in France. We’re now taking the next step—bringing our expertise to a European audience by launching our first edition in English focused on EU energy policies.

We’re looking for two hard hitting journalists to join this ambitious project. If you thrive on digging through complex regulations, or legislative texts to uncover the key political issues, excel at detailed policy analysis while connecting it to the bigger picture, and feel energized by launching something new, we want to hear from you.

More about Contexte

Contexte is an independent media outlet (employee-owned with a subscription-only model). Our mission is to provide public affairs professionals with the most useful information to make decisions. Contexte establishes a new standard of quality information by delivering and curating the most factual, in-depth policy news and analysis.

This is why we :

• Bring expertise that allows to navigate complexity;

• Offer deep, nuanced, and verified analysis to get as close as possible to the truth;

• Maintain independence from external influences through economic and editorial autonomy.

The company has been growing rapidly since its launch in 2013. Today, we are a team of 110, including 35 journalists in Paris and 17 in Brussels.

Our political news is delivered every morning to the inbox of 14,000 subscribers working in NGOs, private companies, public services and administrations, consulting and law firms.

We cover policies in the energy, transportation, agri-food, environmental, health, e-health, tech and media sectors. We also lift the hood on how government and administrations exercise political power and how lobbyists develop their influencing strategies.

Until now, we’ve delivered expert insights to policy professionals navigating legislation impacting France, whether made at national or EU level, through 9 FR verticals.

We’re now launching an ambitious new line of products focused on EU policies, designed to provide timely, actionable information for English-speaking professionals involved in EU politics

Join a collaborative European newsroom

As part of our pioneering English-language team, you’ll join a truly European newsroom designed for collaboration. The English-speaking team, writing for a purely European audience focused on EU policies (two journalists), will work closely with our French-speaking team writing for the France edition (also two journalists) to cover EU energy policies. For your colleagues, you’ll collect information and share insights, sources, and ideas to ensure comprehensive, high-quality coverage tailored to your respective audiences.

Your team will also include a translation editor to adapt content across languages and a dedicated manager to provide guidance and support. Beyond your immediate colleagues, you’ll be part of a larger team, joining our established 17-person Brussels newsroom, where you’ll have the opportunity to collaborate with reporters specializing in other areas of EU policy.

What you will do

Our mission is to understand the technical factors influencing political decisions and to reveal how power is wielded and public policies are developed within the European Union.

In this role, you’ll play a key part in uncovering and delivering the critical insights our readers rely on:

• Break news, secure scoops, and analyze leaks: You’ll develop trusted sources across various levels of power—from official corridors to less visible networks—to gather exclusive information, leaked documents, and untold stories.

• Deliver valuable insights: Keep readers informed with timely updates and in-depth analyses that cut through the noise, combining speed with substance.

• Contribute to our daily newsletter : Provide concise and accurate on-the-ground reporting and track key developments in EU energy policy.

• Create impactful content: Write compelling articles and collaborate with our team to design striking infographics that convey complex topics clearly and effectively.

• Engage in live discussions: Participate in Contexte Live sessions, our 45-minute video debriefs where you’ll discuss major issues alongside fellow journalists and expert guest speakers.

The position is based in Brussels, where you’ll report to the Managing editor overseeing EU Energy policy news coverage.

What we’re looking for

Scoop diggers driven to uncover exclusives and gather information you won’t find anywhere else.

Passionate storytellers with a sharp eye for uncovering the political stakes in technical and policy-heavy topics—and vice versa.

Experts in navigating the “Brussels bubble,” with a deep understanding of EU institutions and policymaking.

Writers who can deliver sharp, insightful analyses tailored for EU energy policy professionals, offering them actionable intelligence and unique perspectives.

Team players excited to help establish a new product in a competitive media landscape.

Fluency in English, with impeccable written skills (C2 level or equivalent).

Proficiency in French (B2 level or higher) is a plus. It can be helpful during the launch phase of this new product, as the broader team is originally French-speaking. That said, French is not a requirement—your ability to thrive in an international, collaborative environment is what truly matters.

Why join us

Be part of a pioneering team shaping our first European edition in English

Work in a collaborative newsroom committed to producing insightful, high-quality journalism.

Contribute to an independent media outlet ready to make its mark across Europe.

You believe that one is stronger working together than alone, fostering collaboration across our team to deliver the best coverage of EU energy policy for diverse audiences.

Send us your resume and a cover letter explaining why you’re the perfect fit for this role.