Communication and Commercial Advisor - Hamburg

Are you ready to step into an international environment where communication and collaboration are key? The Danish Consulate General in Hamburg is looking for a new colleague to join our Water Technology Alliance (WTA) EU Team – someone who’s proactive, well-organized, and passionate about making things happen.

Application deadline: 15 May 2025

Location: Royal Danish General Consulate in Hamburg
Contract Type: Local contract based on the Staff Rules of the Mission (initially for 2 years, with the possibility of extension)
Start Date: 1st August 2025 or as soon as possible
Application Deadline: 15th May 2025

About the Role
As part of the WTA EU Team, you’ll support communication efforts for a team stretching across Polish, German, Spanish and Italian borders, help coordinate commercial activities in Germany, and assist the regional team leader with day-to-day administration. Your work will make a difference in promoting Danish water solutions across Europe – with a particular focus on Germany.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Plan and carry out commercial activities in support of promoting Danish water solutions and technologies in the German market: organize workshops, facilitate delegation visits to Denmark, network with local stakeholders and dialogue and alignment with Danish companies.
• Lead the communication efforts on behalf of the European regional team for water, including ensuring visual material to be used in customer communication, gathering of case stories, and writing articles (Danish and English) to promote the efforts of the WTA EU team.
• On case-by-case basis assist the regional team lead with support on e.g. writing customer proposals, updating and optimizing of internal reporting systems, reporting towards HQ in Copenhagen, etc.
• Engage socially and professionally with colleagues at the Consulate General of Denmark in Hamburg

What We’re Looking For

• Relevant studies and/or initial work experience (e.g. business development, export, international relations, sales, communication)
• Independent and proactive mindset
• Solid problem-solving skills and willingness to collaborate
• Strong team player who engages with colleagues in both professional and social settings
• Written communication skills in English and Danish
• Proficiency in verbal communication in German, English and Danish

What We Offer

• An international, fast-paced work environment
• Opportunities to work with both public and private stakeholders
• A good team environment with colleagues in Hamburg and other European markets
• Expectedly some travel activity primarily in Germany but also on occasion to other European markets as well as Denmark – expect minimum 50 travel days a year.
• The chance to be part of Denmark’s efforts on exporting green technologies and solutions

How to Apply

Please send your application to Trine López Kosack at e-mail no later than 15.05.2025. Your application should include:

• Your CV
• A brief cover letter (max 1 page) explaining your motivation and relevant experience – and include your salary expectations
• Contact details for 2–3 professional references

Please note:
Before employment, the selected candidate must present a “No Criminal Record” certificate and pass a Danish security clearance carried out by Danish authorities.

We are looking forward to hearing from you!