Germany Trade & Invest (GTAI) is the foreign trade and inward investment agency of the Federal Republic of Germany. We support German small and medium-sized enterprises in navigating global markets and advise international companies on establishing and expanding their business in Germany. Promoting Germany’s strengths as a business location worldwide is at the heart of what we do.
GTAI works in close cooperation with the German-Finnish Chamber of Commerce (AHK Finnland), which is part of the global network of German Chambers of Commerce Abroad. This provides a unique opportunity to work at the interface of Europe's leading economy.
Are you ready for your next professional challenge in an international, high-impact environment? Join our Investment Consulting team and play a key role in positioning Germany as a prime destination for investment while strengthening economic and business ties between Germany, the Nordic countries and the Baltic states.
We are currently seeking a Director Finland (m/f/d) for our Investor Consulting division, based in Helsinki, for a fixed-term appointment of three years. The successful applicant will be employed through the German Finnish Chamber of Commerce – AHK Finland.
Director Investor Consulting (m/f/d) Scandinavia and the Baltics, Helsinki Office
Your Responsibilities
- Lead the GTAI Finland Investor Consulting office in Helsinki, working closely with a local employee
- Develop and coordinate an annual overarching strategy for investor acquisition in Nordic and Baltic countries, in close cooperation with the GTAI industry teams
- Independently analyze economic trends and key industries in the Nordic and Baltic countries to identify companies with potential interest in expanding their business to Germany; establish contacts with decisionmakers and conduct targeted information and investment promotion discussions
- Actively approach and acquire investors at events such as trade fairs, conferences, workshops and webinars; promote Germany as a business location and represent GTAI externally
- Build and strengthen a broad network of public and private sector stakeholders across the Nordic and Baltic countries to facilitate investment into Germany.
- Develop and maintain relationships with economic, political and social decision-makers,
companies in target segments, business associations, institutions and authorities in Germany and abroad, including the development of partnership opportunities - Plan, document and manage investment projects using relevant supporting IT systems, such as CRM tools
- Support and independently organize investor acquisition events
- Prepare conceptual and content-driven contributions for the development and ongoing maintenance of publications
Your Profile
You have…
- Completed an academic degree (Master’s, Diploma or a comparable qualification) in economics, business administration, engineering or another relevant field of study (preferably MBA)
- Sound knowledge of corporate structures and business-strategic decision-making processes, as well as solid experience in market analysis, competitive analysis and strategy development for companies or business sectors
- In-depth knowledge of the economies, research and innovation ecosystems, and key stakeholders in the Nordic and Baltic countries.
- A solid understanding of the political and cultural environment of the Nordic and Baltic countries and its relevance to German relations.
- A strong interest in Nordic business culture and bilateral trade relations, as well as extensive experience working across the Nordic and Baltic region.
- Existing contacts with decision-makers in Nordic and Baltic industrial companies, as well as excellent network-building skills
- Sound knowledge of the structures and mechanisms of foreign trade promotion in Germany
- Knowledge and practical experience in project management
- Hands-on experience in using social media as a tool for communication and business development support
- Excellent oral and written communication and professional presentation skills, with business-fluent English; skills in Finnish, German and Nordic languages are desirable
- Strong intercultural competence combined with a willingness to travel internationally
- Proven leadership qualities, assertiveness and strong negotiating skills
- A proactive, self-driven, independent and analytical approach to work
- A flexible and open mindset, with the ability to develop creative and pragmatic solutions
- Confident, practical use of AI tools to support research and day-to-day operational activities, alongside strong skills in MS Office applications (Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and Word)
Interested? If this opportunity appeals to you and you recognise yourself in the profile above, please submit your application in English, including your cover letter, CV, salary expectations, and earliest possible starting date, no later than 7 July 2026 to: tyopaikat@dfhk.fi
The successful candidate will be employed by the German-Finnish Chamber of Commerce (AHK Finnland). The employment relationship and employment contract will be governed by Finnish law. However, the substantive direction of the role and reporting line will be directly to GTAI.
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