Innovation Norway’s London office is looking for an
Advisor

Key performance areas:

• Participate in the strategic development of Norwegian businesses that wish to break into or are already in the British market.
• Work with start-up companies and business networks in Norway that are looking for technological and marketing partnerships with British companies and technology and R&D environments.
• Act as a knowledge partner for Norwegian companies that are looking for information on the British market.

Qualifications/personal qualities:

• 3–5 years' experience with independent and customer-focused project work
• Education at university/university college level, preferably with a financial/technical focus.
• Experience with international processes and work with businesses in the growth and expansion phases.
• Results-oriented and commercial understanding.
• Ability to develop long term relationships with customers and partners.
• Consultative working methods and analysis and project management skills.
• Good understanding of British industry and business culture.
• Fluent in Norwegian and English, both written and verbally

As the work spans a number of industries and sectors the candidate will be at a significant advantage if he or she has the ability to quickly grasp new concepts which are often of a technical nature. Consequently, there will be an emphasis on candidates who are independent and hardworking, with a significant capacity to deliver.

The London office focuses especially on the following areas: Energy and Environment, Culture and Business, MedTech and IT. Experience from one or more of these areas will be especially desirable.

Any questions regarding the position can be directed to Heidi M. Dahl, tel. +44 20 7881 781 992 or Hilde Hukkelberg, tel. +44 7715 999 769.

Deadline for applications: 30 September 2009