Do you have a strong drive for helping companies grow internationally? Would you like to work at the intersection of business, diplomacy, and international growth while interacting with executives, entrepreneurs, and public stakeholders? Business Sweden is looking for a motivated and entrepreneurial Associate to join our team in Oslo.
This is a unique opportunity to support Swedish companies expanding into Norway, help build cross-border business partnerships, and contribute to projects that drive trade, investment, and innovation across the Nordic region.
Business Sweden works with leading multinational companies, scale-ups, and innovative SMEs across a wide range of industries. Our advisory services include market entry and growth strategies, partner and customer identification, business development, public affairs support, and commercial opportunities linked to major industrial and societal transformations.
From our office in Oslo, you will join a small and ambitious team while being part of Business Sweden's global organization spanning more than 40 markets worldwide. You will gain exposure to senior decision-makers, international business challenges, and some of the most dynamic sectors shaping the future, including defence & security, energy transition, healthcare, digitalization, industrial transformation, and sustainable infrastructure.
Your responsibilities
The role includes both strategic, tactic and operational responsibilities including:
The role offers a steep learning curve, significant responsibility, and direct exposure to senior executives, entrepreneurs, and decision-makers.
The role is based in Oslo, but you will be expected to work with our teams and clients around the world, as required.
We apply probationary employment in all applicable positions.
We are looking for someone who is curious, driven, and eager to make an impact.
You thrive in a fast-paced environment where priorities can change quickly, and you enjoy combining analytical problem-solving with business development and client interaction.
Core competencies and collaborative skills
Formal requirements
It is a plus
Application
Please submit your CV in English as soon as possible as we will be screening applications on a rolling basis.
Join us and help Swedish companies capture opportunities in one of Sweden's most important export markets.
We help Swedish companies grow global sales & international companies invest and expand in Sweden.
For Swedish companies, we provide strategic advice, sales execution and operational support to help them grow their international revenues. They can trust us to shorten time to market, find new revenue streams, and lower risks. We have achieved our expertise by being present in the world's 50 most promising markets for over 40 years, at the scene, helping to close the deal.
For international companies we ensure that they can rely on our knowledge, experience and extensive network to identify new business opportunities and achieve an accelerated return on investment. Once they are settled in Sweden, we make sure they are equipped for a successful long-term presence.
Business Sweden was founded on the first of January, 2013, by a merger of the Swedish Trade Council (Exportrådet) and Invest Sweden. Business Sweden is owned by the Swedish Government and the industry, a partnership that provides access to contacts and networks at all levels.
