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Job Listing: Consular officer to our Consular Team – Temporary until end of June 2026 (may become permanent)

The Norwegian Embassy in London is looking for a consular officer to join our Consulate team.

The Embassy in London is one of Norway's largest foreign service missions. We are about 40 employees divided into the following teams: political and economic team, arts and communication team, administration team and consular affairs team.

The Norwegian Embassy offers a dynamic and interdisciplinary work environment. The Embassy is in Belgravia in Central London.

The vacant position is as a Consular Officer. As a Consular Officer, you’ll play a vital role in delivering essential services to Norwegian citizens and visa applicants, while representing Norway. You will be part of a team of Consular Officers, and the position combines administrative precision, public service, and international cooperation.

Duties and responsibilities include (but are not limited to):

  • Receive and process applications at the Consular and Visa Section’s reception during opening hours
  • Register and prepare applications for Norwegian passports, Schengen visas, and residence permits
  • Conduct interviews and collect DNA samples when required
  • Organize and file consular and visa cases
  • Handle notarial matters
  • Handle email enquiries regarding consular and visa affairs
  • Communicate with British and Norwegian authorities on consular matter
  • Assist Norwegian citizens, including prison cases, cases involving minors, deaths, and destitute citizens
  • Support general consular operations as needed
  • Contribute to a collaborative team environment
  • Other tasks may be added to your duties and responsibilities

 

Qualifications

  • Essential criteria
    • Fluency (written and oral) in English.
    • Good knowledge of computer applications.
    • Relevant higher education (e.g. university degree). Long and relevant experience may compensate for higher education.
  • Desirable criteria
    • Good knowledge of legal framework.
    • Previous experience in related field (immigration, consular, administrative affairs).
    • Good knowledge of Norwegian.

 

Personal qualifications and qualities
We are looking for a service minded individual with the ability to work structured, independently, and efficiently as a team player in a fast-paced environment. We seek someone with strong communication and interpersonal skills who demonstrates cultural awareness and sensitivity, integrity, and a professional approach to their work.

Terms and conditions

  • Full time temporary position until end of June 2026. There is a possibility that the position will become permanent from mid-February 2026, depending on whether the position itself is made permanent. 
  • Salary starting at £40 000 gross per year depending on experience and skills.
  • Working days: Monday to Friday 09:00 am to 4:30 pm.
  • Workplace: Norwegian Embassy, 25 Belgrave Square, London SW1X 8 QD.
  • If not a UK citizen, the successful candidates must hold a valid residency/right to work in the UK.
  • Commencement date: January 2025

How to apply
Your application should be submitted to The Royal Norwegian Embassy in London by e-mail to  London.Stillinger@mfa.no

  • CV, motivation letter, reference letter from former employer(s), education/course certificate(s)
  • Detailed information regarding level of English, oral and written.
  • Nationality and residency status in UK.
  • Information on notice period of present employer

Please mark the subject field with: “CONSULAR AND VISA OFFICER 2025 – your name”

Deadline: 26th November 2025

Any enquiries please send e-mail to London.Stillinger@mfa.no