Economic and Legal Advisor
Job Description
<p><strong>ADVANTAGE AUSTRIA, the</strong> <strong>Austrian Embassy – Commercial Section in Abu Dhabi</strong></p><p>is looking for a flexible, outgoing and well-organised team-player, ideally with previous experience in trade and investment promotion, legal matters in the UAE or in public and government relations in the UAE.</p><p> </p><p><strong>JOB TITLE: ECONOMIC & LEGAL ADVISOR</strong></p><p>This is a permanent, full-time position – 40 hrs per week.</p><p>Applicants must be eligible to work in the UAE.</p><p>Starting date is 1 June 2023.</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>THE ROLE</strong></p><ul><li> Advise and coach Austrian companies on legal aspects of their market entry strategies, help them identify suitable business partners in the UAE and provide them with up-to-date market reports and analysis compiled through extensive and independent secondary research.</li><li> Engage with UAE authorities and handle the public relations affairs of the Austrian Trade Commission.</li><li> Manage administrative issues for the office (visa topics; tenancy agreements; insurance contracts; etc.).</li><li>Actively monitor and report on “your” industries and focus areas, build on existing relationships and establish your own network of trusted sources, partners and service providers.</li><li>Communicate independently both with our clients and with stakeholders and partners in Austria and the UAE. You will also be involved in the planning and organisation of meetings, events, trade fairs and business missions.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>KEY REQUIREMENTS</strong></p><p>We are looking for someone who is creative, a fast thinker and client-focused. The successful candidate will be a people-person with strong communication skills as well as an analytical and organised problem-solver who is not afraid to tackle unfamiliar and new challenges.</p><p> </p><p>Advanced computer skills (MS Office) and a willingness to learn new applications are essential.</p><p>We expect personal integrity, trustworthiness and discretion, the ability to work both independently and as part of a team and a flexible approach to a varied workload.</p><p>Excellent Arabic (professional competence) and English language skills are prerequisites. German is an advantage.</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>WHAT WE OFFER</strong></p><ul><li>A permanent full-time position</li><li>Training & personal development opportunities</li><li>Friendly and multicultural team</li><li>Office location in central Abu Dhabi</li><li>Competitive salary in accordance with your experience</li><li>Visa and health insurance</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>TO APPLY</strong></p><p>Please send your CV and application letter in electronic format (PDF files only) to abudhabi@advantageaustria.org (Subject line: Application – ECONOMIC & LEGAL ADVISOR) <strong>by 10</strong><sup><strong>th</strong></sup><strong> May 2023. Only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.</strong></p>
