About the Role
The Consulate General of Denmark in Lagos, part of the global network of the Danish Ministry of Foreign Affairs, is seeking a dynamic and driven Commercial Advisor to strengthen bilateral trade and economic relations between Denmark and Nigeria. In this impactful role, you will focus on strategic sectors including FMCG, Industrial Solutions, and the emerging Data Center sub-sector, promoting innovative Danish solutions while building a robust customer portfolio under Denmark's Economic Diplomacy frameworks.
Key Responsibilities- Build and manage a profitable customer portfolio within Denmark's Economic Diplomacy and financial support frameworks using a billable hour model.
- Provide expert advisory services on market entry strategies, partner searches, and public affairs to Danish companies.
- Monitor and analyze Nigerian market trends, regulatory developments, and commercial opportunities.
- Plan and execute high-impact business development activities, including trade delegations, workshops, and networking events.
- Collaborate closely with the Embassy in Abuja and regional sector teams to deliver comprehensive commercial insights.
- Master's degree in Business Development, International Marketing, Economics, or a related field.
- Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in commercial advisory, business development, or international trade.
- Proven track record in managing customer accounts and achieving KPI targets.
- Strong stakeholder management skills with established business networks in Nigeria.
- Fluency in written and spoken English with exceptional cross-cultural communication abilities.
- Competitive compensation paid in USD with comprehensive medical insurance and national pension scheme.
- Work-life balance featuring a 37-hour work week, 25 days of annual paid leave, and hybrid work flexibility.
- International work environment with opportunities for professional travel to Denmark and across the region.
- Continuous learning and development through on-the-job training and official e-courses from the MFA of Denmark.