Senior Administrator - Public Projects

Job description

Transport is at the core of modern society. Imagine using your expertise to shape sustainable transport and infrastructure solutions for the future? If you seek to make a difference on a global scale, working with next-gen technologies and the sharpest collaborative teams, then we could be a perfect match. 

Are you passionate about creating value based on customers and societal challenges and opportunities? Perhaps Public Partnerships within the Volvo Group (VG) would be the place for you to prosper? Our global team is based on working collaboratively. The base for this are customers, partners, authorities globally and of course the colleagues at Volvo Group. We aim to find transport- and infrastructure solutions for solving the societal challenges through Public Partnerships. Welcome to our world! 

This is us, your new colleagues in Project and Product Strategy Office) and Public Partnerships  
Many of today´s societal challenges are expected to be solved by technology development and the Volvo Group (VG) is heavily investing in Research and Development (R&D), in the green transformation of our industry as well as innovation. 
 

Through internal and external collaboration, our Public Partnerships team is instrumental to the VG for driving for maximizing the technology and product synergies in order to accelerate innovation by e.g. capturing opportunities that are available in the global perspective, to leverage public and private partnerships. We are a global team aiming to strengthening the Volvo Group competitiveness.

The team you will join consists of highly engaged people situated around the world having different backgrounds and various perspectives. This makes it a dynamic and exciting place to work. 

What will you do? 
As a Senior Administrator, you will play a crucial role in managing contract-related administrative tasks used for our publicly funded projects as well as supporting the Public Partnerships function in various administrational tasks.
 

You will ensure a continuous update of the database and take responsibility for further development of the same to make information retrieval possible. You have an advisory role within the Volvo Group informing of rules and requirements when entering and working in these projects. You should be prepared to be involved in reference groups, cross-functional networks and various forums internationally.  

This position also involves a close collaboration with our Legal department to ensure the smooth execution in the contractual processes. It includes coordinating reviews of i.e. Letters of Intent, major project agreements, Consortium Agreements and more. Your efforts are essential in maintaining cohesion within the team and ensuring alignment with the current contract management processes. 

You will also coordinate the legal review as well as the signing process and provide vital administrative support to the team, helping to keep the group organized and focused on contract-related matters. Additionally, you will engage in a support-assistant capacity, contributing to the global and international perspective of our projects.  

Who are you? 
The ideal candidate will hold a bachelor’s degree in economics or a relevant field or hold a paralegal certificate and possess experience working with external research collaboration projects, including professional interactions with project partners, competitors, authorities and universities. 

Proven experience in contract management, particularly in public projects, is preferable. Strong networking capabilities and a high level of comfort in a global, cross-functional environment is required. Fluency in English, both written and spoken is necessary along with a structured, analytical, and holistic mindset.  

A proactive and energetic attitude, coupled to the ability of self-driven activities as well as managing multiple tasks simultaneously, will set you apart. We are looking for an individual with a "can do" attitude who thrives in a team environment. Strong communication is essential, as is resilience and responsiveness to changing contexts and taking on new challenges.  

Curious and have some questions? Contact me! 
Peter Jozsa Mårdberg, Director Public Partnerships, peter.mardberg@volvo.com 

We look forward to your application! 
The last application date is the 21st of April. 

We value your data privacy and therefore do not accept applications via mail. 

 

Who we are and what we believe in 
Our focus on Inclusion, Diversity, and Equity allows each of us the opportunity to bring our full authentic self to work and thrive by providing a safe and supportive environment, free of harassment and discrimination. We are committed to removing the barriers to entry, which is why we ask that even if you feel you may not meet every qualification on the job description, please apply and let us decide.

 

Applying to this job offers you the opportunity to join Volvo Group. Every day, across the globe, our trucks, buses, engines, construction equipment, financial services, and solutions make modern life possible. We are almost 100,000 people empowered to shape the future landscape of efficient, safe and sustainable transport solutions. Fulfilling our mission creates countless career opportunities for talents with sharp minds and passion across the group’s leading brands and entities. 

 

Group Trucks Technology are seeking talents to help design sustainable transportation solutions for the future. As part of our team, you’ll help us by engineering exciting next-gen technologies and contribute to projects that determine new, sustainable solutions. Bring your love of developing systems, working collaboratively, and your advanced skills to a place where you can make an impact. Join our design shift that leaves society in good shape for the next generation.

Job Category:  Product & Technology Planning

Organization:  Group Trucks Technology

Travel Required:  Occasional Travel

Requisition ID:  19933