Associate, Ukraine

Business Sweden (the Swedish Trade and Invest Council) is looking for an Associate to join its team in Kyiv.

• Application Deadline: April 15, 2024

Having re-established its on-the-ground presence in Kyiv in October 2023, Business Sweden is now enhancing its operations and team to focus on delivering maximum value for Swedish companies looking to expand into Ukraine. With a goal of contributing to the effective utilization of Swedish expertise and solutions, the Business Sweden team in Kyiv works on guiding companies regarding opportunities to participate in the rebuilding of Ukraine. Focusing on sectors such as healthcare, energy, infrastructure and beyond, you will be part of task force teams to drive a variety of continuous activities aimed at specific industry opportunities. Join Business Sweden's Kyiv team and seize this chance to make a difference.

You are encouraged to apply if you are:

• looking to join a dedicated team working on increasing Sweden's business footprint in Ukraine
• interested in supporting Swedish private sector's contribution to the rebuilding and development of Ukraine
• passionate about assisting clients within market expansion and growth in a highly international context
• interested in advising both Large- & Mid-sized companies, as well as Start-ups, on questions related to commercial excellence across various sectors

What we offer:

• opportunity to work on implementing a meaningful agenda of assisting Swedish companies expand into Ukraine
• insights into multiple industry sectors and business models
• projects with small and medium-sized companies, as well as large multinationals
• occasional travels across Europe to support our clients hands-on
• a high degree of freedom and responsibility and opportunity to drive own initiatives
• strong team where we take care of, support and coach each other
• a diverse and international work environment with global career opportunities
• flexible working hours and possibility of working from home

Position is to be based in Kyiv and report to the Country Manager & Trade Commissioner.

SKILLS & REQUIREMENTS

Your skills and our requirements:

• have a higher academic degree, preferably a Master of Science in Business, Law, Economics, Engineering, or equivalent
• either come straight from university or have 1-3 years of relevant working experience
• proficiency in written and spoken English and Ukrainian is required
• this position is based in Kyiv and candidates need to have the right to live and work in Ukraine

A Plus:

• working experience from a Management Consultancy firm

Personal characteristics:

• result-oriented, problem-solving, analytical, with a strong business acumen and a "can-do" attitude
• passionate and able to handle new challenges on behalf of our clients
• desire to stretch your potential and succeed by developing a diversified skill set in management consulting, leadership, and sales in a global environment
• excellent social and team-working skills, enjoying taking positions in client and stakeholder meetings and dialogues on how to realize the best path of growth

Does this describe you?

If so, please submit your resume along with a personal cover letter as soon as possible, as we will be screening applications on a rolling basis.

For more information regarding the position, please contact Andreas Giallourakis, recruiting manager.

ABOUT THE COMPANY

Business Sweden, also known as the Swedish Trade and Investment Council, is a government consultancy organization tasked with promoting and assisting Swedish companies in international markets, as well as attracting foreign investment to Sweden. Owned by the Government of Sweden and industry, Business Sweden pursues the goal of helping Swedish companies grow global sales with approximately 500 colleagues working in 46 countries.

Since October 2023, Business Sweden has reestablished its presence in Kyiv with the aim of supporting the Swedish private sector in contributing to Ukraine's sustainable reconstruction. By facilitating the effective utilization of Swedish expertise and solutions in broader reconstruction efforts, Business Sweden is committed to bolstering Sweden's business presence in Ukraine and making a significant contribution to Ukraine's future development. Join our dedicated team to provide hands-on support and strategic advice for Swedish enterprises seeking to enter and expand in Ukraine.

At Business Sweden we value and encourage applications from candidates with diverse backgrounds related to culture, gender, age, ethnicity, race, religion and belief, disability, nationality, sexual orientation and gender identity. The diversity of our people is an important foundation of our culture and builds a workplace where everyone can contribute with unique experiences, perspectives and cultures.