Regulatory Junior Manager

Purpose of the role

Support the management of Wizz Air Group’s regulatory affairs and traffic rights portfolio. Contribute to the company’s expansion into new, regulation-sensitive markets by assisting in securing necessary operating permissions and maintaining compliance with aviation authorities. 

Responsibilities

• Assist in coordinating efforts to obtain market access in new countries and jurisdictions under the guidance of senior team members 
• Support the administration and tracking of the Group’s traffic rights, including applications for designations, extra-bilateral rights, and other regulatory approvals 
• Manage the Foreign Airline Registration process for entering new countries 
• Secure seasonal route permits and conduct revisions as needed 
• Participate in initiatives to improve and streamline traffic rights processes, including automation and documentation enhancements 
• Collaborate with Commercial teams to align regulatory activities with Wizz Air’s strategic directions 
• Support the development and maintenance of professional relationships with aviation regulators and Civil Aviation Authorities across the network 

Experience

1-3+ years overall working experience preferably in Commercial or Operational areas of an airline 

Hard skills

Good understanding of aviation regulatory landscape and traffic rights 

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree 

Language

Fluent spoken and written English 

Skills and competencies

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills 
• Good oral and written presentation skills 
• Business mindset and ability to synthesize information into recommendations 
• Teamwork and strong interpersonal skills 
• Flexibility to travel as required away from Head Office 
• Other Requirements: 
• Ability to live and work in Budapest, Hungary