The successful candidate will join a dynamic team of five colleagues, working at the intersection of public policy, business and creative and cultural industries. In close collaboration with Norwegian and British partners, the team promotes Norwegian priorities through events, conferences and other joint initiatives.
The overarching objective is to support sustainable value creation in Norway by helping Norwegian businesses succeed in the UK. Priority areas include the energy transition; digital transition; aquaculture and seafood; health technology; manufacturing and design; and sustainable tourism.
As one of Norway’s largest foreign service missions, the Embassy employs 44 staff across four teams: Political and Economic Affairs; Commerce, Culture and Communications; Administration; and Consular Affairs. The Embassy is located in Belgravia, central London.
The role
The Embassy is recruiting an Economic Diplomacy Adviser. Key duties and responsibilities include:
- Contributing to the implementation of the Norwegian Government’s Team Norway strategy to promote Norwegian businesses internationally and increase exports of Norwegian goods and services
- Coordinating Team Norway UK and the collaboration with Innovation Norway, Norwegian Energy Partners, the Norwegian British Chamber of Commerce and the Norwegian Seafood Council, under the supervision of the Counsellor for Commerce, Culture and Communications
- Managing funding, support schemes, and grants; assessing enquiries and applications; developing partner agreements and monitoring results
- Supporting official visits, arranging meetings and organising events in close collaboration with the Embassy’s Administration and Political and Economic Affairs teams.
- Preparing and contributing to briefings, speeches and other written material, including posting in social media
- Assisting the Ministry of Industry, Commerce and Fisheries, including on issues related to shipping and the International Maritime Organization, in collaboration with the Political and Economic Affairs team
- Contributing to the work of the Commerce, Culture and Communications team, including identifying synergies with the creative and cultural industries and supporting the Government’s broader strategy for promoting Norwegian interests
- Undertaking other duties as required
Qualifications and experience
- Fluency in written and spoken English
- Fluency in written and spoken Norwegian or another Scandinavian language is desirable
- Relevant higher education, such as a university degree; substantial relevant professional experience may be considered in place of formal higher education
- Experience in marketing, business promotion, government or civil society management is an advantage
Personal qualities
We are looking for a service-oriented, well-organised individual who can work independently, efficiently and collaboratively. The successful candidate will have strong communication and interpersonal skills and will demonstrate cultural awareness, sensitivity, integrity and a consistently professional approach.
Terms and conditions
- Full-time position
- Gross annual salary of £45,000–£52,000, depending on experience and qualifications
- Working hours: Monday to Friday, 9.00 am–4.30 pm. The successful candidate must be available to work occasional evenings when supporting events. Flexible working hours and overtime are offered.
- Workplace: Royal Norwegian Embassy, 25 Belgrave Square, London SW1X 8QD
- Applicants who are not UK citizens must have the right to reside and work in the UK
- Proposed start date: 1 February 2027
How to apply
Please email your application to the Royal Norwegian Embassy in London at London.Stillinger@mfa.no. Your application should include:
- A CV, motivation letter, reference letter(s) from previous employer(s), and relevant education or course certificates
- Details of your written and spoken proficiency in English and in Norwegian or another Scandinavian language
- Your nationality and UK residency status
- Your current notice period
Please use the subject line “Economic Diplomacy Adviser – [your name]”.
Application deadline: 30 November 2026
For enquiries about the position, please email London.Stillinger@mfa.no