Liina, Council of the European Union
“Working in the Council of the EU has given me a great opportunity to be in the middle of the EU decision-making processes on tax policy. The Council adopts tax legislation by unanimity, therefore negotiations between 27 Member States can be difficult. Sovereignty and competitiveness of Member States are at stake. My task is to help the rotating Presidency in forging deals as an honest broker. Since every six months a new Presidency takes office, I have been able to experience different national administrations and working cultures - a very enriching experience.”
Bob, European Commission
“Since 2017, I have been working in the Directorate General for Competition, with the last 2,5 years focused on State aid and taxation. I particularly enjoy the wide variety of topics that my current job covers. In the end, there are many forms of taxation and tax is not limited to specific sectors or companies. From energy to retail and from VAT to corporate taxation, it is all part of my job. What I enjoy most in my current role is offering a helping hand on tax-related questions to other parts of the Commission.
The Directorate General for Competition is a dynamic, well organised service and a great place to work for both new and established colleagues. I really feel that my work/private life balance is respected here.”
Evgenia, European Commission
“I have been working in taxation files in both indirect and direct taxation for 21 years, first in the public sector in Greece, then in the Economic and Financial Affairs (ECOFIN) Council and for the last 4 years in the European Commission after succeeding in the EPSO AD taxation competition. For me, working in the Commission means that ‘every day counts’. It counts because I am contributing, with my own policy reflections, analytical work and experience, collectively with other colleagues, to shaping EU taxation policy. Every contribution is a little step further in making the Single Market work in practice for citizens and business.”
Luis, European Commission
“Working for the European Commission is a transformative experience. Since joining, I have participated in high-level policy discussions, both internally and with other EU institutions. Engaging in interinstitutional relations opens a world of opportunities within the EU framework. In my current position I’m able to positively influence EU policies by shaping and coordinating briefings and speeches for my Director-General and EU Commissioners. The work environment is highly collaborative, allowing me to interact with colleagues from diverse cultural and professional backgrounds. Joining the European Commission is an enriching experience which has broadened my horizon and enhanced my professional and intellectual growth.”
Rainer, European Commission
“As a policy officer in the European Commission's Directorate-General for Taxation and Customs Union (DG TAXUD), I manage CESOP, an IT system designed to combat e-commerce tax fraud. I contribute to improving business compliance when trading with EU citizens and companies. I am proud to be able to influence the creation of legal and technical tools enhancing tax fraud detection, together with Member States and international organisations, such as the OECD and Europol. After over nine years in DG TAXUD, I appreciate the unique, inspiring, joyful and challenging opportunities to work in a multicultural community, where colleagues and managers show respect for individual work and personality.”