New job positions in the EU for graduates in Economics, Law, Public Administration, etc.Salaries of €6,500 & additional benefitsINDIRECT & DIRECT TAXATION

The European Personnel Selection Office (EPSO) has announced a new open competition for the recruitment of administrators (AD 6) specializing in direct and indirect taxation, including tax legislation. Successful candidates will join the services and institutions of the European Union, contributing to the formulation and implementation of tax policies at the European level.

Key Information about the Competition:

• Competition code: EPSO/AD/422/25
• Category: Administrators (AD 6)
• Field: Direct and indirect taxation, tax legislation
• Application deadline: 19 February 2025, 12:00 (Brussels time)
• Place of employment: European institutions in Brussels or Luxembourg

Required Qualifications:

To be eligible for the competition, candidates must meet the following requirements:

1. Educational Qualifications:

• A university degree (minimum three years) in taxation, law, economics, public administration, or a related field.

2. Language Skills:

• Excellent knowledge (C1 level) of one of the 24 official EU languages.
• Satisfactory knowledge (B2 level) of a second official EU language (one of English, French, or German).

3. Desired Skills:

• Good understanding of EU tax policies.
• Ability to analyze and manage large volumes of tax data.
• Capacity to draft legal and economic reports at a European level.

Salary and Benefits:

Recruitment will be at grade AD 6, offering highly competitive salaries and benefits compared to the private sector.

1. Basic Monthly Salary:

Successful candidates will be recruited at grade AD 6, step 1, with a net basic monthly salary of:€6,418.36The salary is subject to a special EU tax regime and social security contributions.

Permanent EU officials are not subject to national taxes in the Member States.

2. Additional Allowances and Benefits:

In addition to the basic salary, EU employees enjoy significant additional allowances, such as:

• Family Allowances:
  • Dependent child allowance (~€450 per child).
  • Education allowance for children attending European schools.
  • Household allowance (~€200) for a non-working spouse.
• Housing & Relocation Allowances:
  • Installation allowance (a percentage of the salary, paid as a lump sum).
  • Rent allowance (10% – 16% of the salary if housing costs are high).
  • Travel allowance (annual reimbursement for travel to the home country).
• Pension & Insurance System:
  • High-quality health care through the EU Joint Sickness Insurance Scheme (JSIS).
  • Pension rights with a replacement rate of up to 70% of the salary upon retirement.

Application Process:

Interested candidates must:

1. Register with EPSO through the official website: https://epso.europa.eu
2. Submit their online application by 19 February 2025, 12:00 noon (Brussels time).
3. Participate in the selection tests, which include competency-based tests, language assessments, and interviews.

Why Work for the European Union?

Working for the EU institutions offers significant advantages, such as:✅ International working environment with career development opportunities.

✅ Job stability and high salaries compared to the private sector.

✅ Opportunities for promotion to senior positions within the EU.

✅ Access to training and lifelong learning programs.

✅ Work-life balance, with flexible hours and additional leave entitlements.

✅ Contributing to European policymaking and improving the lives of EU citizens.

The European Union is looking for talented and qualified professionals to strengthen its tax policies.

Don’t miss this opportunity!

Submit your application and become part of a dynamic and international professional environment.