EU Affairs Researcher Statoil

Statoil is an international energy company with operations in 37 countries. Building on 40 years of experience from oil and gas production on the Norwegian continental shelf, we are committed to accommodating the world's energy needs in a responsible manner, applying technology and creating innovative business solutions. We are headquartered in Norway with approx. 21,000 employees worldwide, and are listed on the New York and Oslo stock exchanges.
Type of employment: 2 years, temporary position (start date – November 2012).
Tasks/Responsibilities: Assist our professional staff and work independently on EU affairs.
We are currently looking for an EU affairs researcher to cover EU energy policies with a special emphasis on EU relations with key energy producing regions.
Skills/Experience: Master's degree or equivalent.
Personal qualities:

• Profound knowledge of EU institutions, preferably experience from working as a trainee within the EU system.
• The ideal candidate should also have dealt with energy related issues in some form.
• English is the working language of the office. Strong analytical abilities and communication skills are essential.
• A professional, open and flexible attitude is highly valued in a small, multi-cultural office like ours.

Career opportunities: After completion of the contract, a top performing researcher may be offered permanent employment within Statoil. This requires readiness to move to corporate headquarters.
What we can offer: An opportunity to learn and grow within an international energy company. You will be part of a small team that works closely together on various tasks connecting Statoil business units with EU policies. The salary is competitive.
Contact: Please send an e-mail to EU-Office@statoil.com in order to obtain the application form.
The deadline for submitting the application form is 19 October 2012.
You may call our office on + 32 2 234 54 20 if you have questions regarding the position.
Website: www.statoil.com.