Business Relationship Manager (Associate Director, Nordic Business Unit, Oslo)

Job summary

This position involves serving as the primary liaison between the Enterprise Technology organization and the Nordic Business Unit, focusing on Norway, Denmark, Finland, and Sweden. The role requires acting as a trusted technology partner to executive leadership, ensuring alignment between local business needs and global technology standards.

Qualifications

• Must be based in Norway or another Nordic country with work authorization.
• Fluency in a Scandinavian language is required, preferably Norwegian.
• Strong passion for enhancing employee experiences through technology.
• Proven ability to creatively apply IT solutions to business challenges.
• Experience in a multicultural and partnership-oriented environment.
• Strong communication skills for conveying financial and technical information.

Responsibilities

• Act as the main technology contact for the Nordic business unit, fostering relationships with senior stakeholders.
• Translate business demands and priorities into effective technology solutions.
• Represent local requirements and risks in global technology governance.
• Support financial planning and transparency for technology investments.
• Ensure compliance with local legal and regulatory obligations in technology services.
• Manage technology incidents and escalations, coordinating with global teams for resolution.

Skills

• Strong relationship-building and stakeholder management abilities.
• Deep understanding of enterprise technology services and governance.
• Financial acumen to analyze technology costs and investments.
• Structured problem-solving skills for complex situations.
• Knowledge of governance, risk, and compliance issues related to technology.

Education

• Relevant degree or equivalent experience in technology or business management.

Tools

• Familiarity with enterprise technology solutions and governance frameworks.