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Regional Segment Lead, Data Centers

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Kobenhavn K, Denmark
Oslo, Norway
Stockholm, Sweden
Espoo, Finland

Business:: Energy Systems

Position type:: Full Time

Contract type:: Permanent Employee

Job ID:: 7573

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Overview

About us

We are the independent expert in assurance and risk management. Driven by our purpose, to safeguard life, property, and the environment, we empower our customers and their stakeholders with facts and reliable insights so that critical decisions can be made with confidence.

As a trusted voice for many of the world’s most successful organizations, we use our knowledge to advance safety and performance, set industry benchmarks, and inspire and invent solutions to tackle global transformations.

About the role

Energy Systems is seeking a Regional Segment Lead for our growth segment Data Centers in Region Northern Europe. This role will help accelerate growth in a strategically important market by connecting customer needs and industry developments with DNV’s capabilities, experience and global priorities. The segment spans the data center ecosystem, including the interaction between digital infrastructure, power systems, grid access, resilient energy supply and sustainability.

The market is moving quickly with rapid investment in and development of data centres to support the increased use of artificial intelligence. Data centres are increasingly interacting with local energy systems through sector coupling, behind-the-meter generation, flexibility and heat reuse, while many developments continue to rely on more conventional power solutions.. Customers increasingly need support to make projects safe, compliant, high-performing and bankable across the full lifecycle, including market and feasibility assessment, behind the meter energy solutions, due diligence, infrastructure, permitting, reliability and maintenance, construction support and operational readiness.

You will lead the development and execution of the regional segment growth strategy, strengthen our market positioning and support the conversion of opportunities across market areas. Working across organisational boundaries is central to the role. You will collaborate with the wider global organisation and regional key stakeholders as Market Area Managers, Key Account Managers, operational delivery leaders, technical experts and Marketing, Communication & Public Affairs.

The role is suited to a commercially oriented data centre professional who can distinguish durable opportunities from market noise, translate market insight into focused action and mobilise DNV’s capabilities across countries and teams. You will bring a strong customer focus, sound commercial judgement and a demonstrable record of creating business growth in a complex technical environment.

Your key responsibilities

Lead the development and execution of the segment growth strategy across Region Northern Europe, aligned with global and regional priorities.
Develop and execute the regional Data Center segment growth strategy, aligned with global and regional priorities.
Drive market intelligence and strategic insight, identifying key trends, customer investment activity, growth opportunities and market risks across Northern Europe.
Maintain a regional capability matrix connecting relevant competencies, experience and market needs..
Own regional market positioning and external relations for the segment in collaboration with Market Area Managers and Marketing, Communication & Public Affairs. Identify and attend key events. Use external visibility at regional level and build a credible external profile and leadership network across the region, while expanding your leadership network across countries, service areas and business areas e.g. via LinkedIn.
Build and strengthen relationships with priority customers and industry stakeholders, helping position DNV as a trusted advisor across the data centre ecosystem.
Support business development and opportunity conversion, working with Market Area Managers, Key Account Managers and technical teams to shape opportunities and win strategic projects.
Mobilise DNV's regional and global capabilities, connecting customers with the right experts, services and project experience across functions and geographies.
Lead the regional Data Center network, fostering collaboration, knowledge sharing and alignment across countries, service areas and business lines.
Strengthen DNV's market position and external profile, representing DNV at industry events, through thought leadership activities and engagement with key market influencers.
Guide capability development and investment priorities, providing recommendations on market focus, resource allocation and future competence needs.
Maintain and communicate DNV's Data Center value proposition, including capability overviews, reference projects and market-facing materials that demonstrate DNV's unique strengths.

Your mandate

You will own the regional segment strategy and recommend priorities for market positioning, capability development and resource focus. Delivery will be achieved through influence and a regional segment network, working with the accountable Market Area, Key Account and operational leaders.

What we offer

Besides the opportunity to contribute to the Energy Transition, we offer an unique opportunity to combine your skills and expertise with those of other technical and commercial teams, projects and customers of DNV.

Healthy work/life balance.
Hybrid working model.
Opportunities for personal growth: based on your experience, we will create a plan together with you for your personal development for the next years.
We will do this through our 70-20-10 philosophy: 70% learning on the job, 20% coaching and 10% formal training.

DNV is an Equal Opportunity Employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to gender, religion, race, national or ethnic origin, cultural background, social group, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age or political opinion. Diversity is fundamental to our culture and we invite you to be part of this diversity.

About you

A relevant master’s degree or equivalent combination of education and professional experience. MBA will be an advantage.
Essential: strong understanding of the data centre market, customers, development lifecycle, power and infrastructure constraints. Advantageous: experience with AI infrastructure, permitting, sustainability, investment due diligence or the wider energy ecosystem.
Demonstrated experience in business development, customer engagement or sales in a technical or professional-services environment.
Ability to translate market and customer insight into clear priorities, value propositions and coordinated action.
Experience working across countries, disciplines and organisational boundaries, with the credibility to influence without relying on formal authority.
Strong written and spoken English. Additional Nordic countries language capability is an advantage.
Availability for regional travel as required by the role.

How you lead and collaborate

You apply deep domain insight to guide sound customer and business decisions.
You bring a strong sales focus to customer interactions and nurture trusted, long-term relationships.
You take a forward-looking view, make complex issues understandable and help others make strategic choices.
You communicate clearly, work pragmatically and build alignment among stakeholders with different priorities.
You coach openly and share knowledge to strengthen collective sales capability.
You adapt your leadership and communication style across cultures, roles and professional disciplines.
You contribute to an inclusive environment in which people can collaborate, challenge constructively and perform at their best.

Collaboration and success criteria

The role works closely with Market Area Managers, Key Account Managers, Service Area Managers, Heads of Department, technical communities and Marketing, Communication & Public Affairs. Success will be demonstrated through a focused regional strategy, increased engagement with priority customers, a stronger and better-qualified opportunity pipeline, improved coordination of DNV capabilities and growth in strategically relevant data centre services.

Application

This is an internal and external opportunity. Your application should briefly describe your motivation, the market and leadership experience you would bring to the segment, and how you would help focus and mobilise DNV’s regional capabilities.

Security and compliance with statutory requirements in the countries in which we operate is essential for DNV. Background checks will be conducted on all final candidates as part of the offer process, in accordance with applicable country-specific laws and practices.

Benefits

Please note, benefits may depend on your contract type, please confirm with your recruiter.

Profit Share

You’ll be part of our global profit share scheme that means we all share in our success as a business. If we profit, so do you. This will be part of our Total Compensation approach each year and depends on our year-end results.

Insurance

Taking care of you with travel, life, and accident insurance.

Pension Schemes

We care about your long-term financial security and prioritize pension and retirement benefits to reflect our caring values.

Professional Development

We believe in the 70/20/10 learning model, where 70% of your learning comes from performing your everyday tasks and working on different projects, new areas and initiatives to gain new skills. 20% from working with others and mentoring and the rest from formal education.

Hybrid Working

Adapting to the changing world of work around the world.

Purpose-led organization

You become part of a world-leading company where we know and live our purpose; to safeguard life, property, and the environment, with the opportunity to tackle global change through your work.

Supportive and caring culture

We offer opportunities to connect through social and professional networks. Our largest community CONNECT, organizes after-work events and informal meetings throughout the year.

Attractive rewards

We focus on work/life balance and offer employees flexible working hours and workplace, annual vacation allowance, competitive pension, insurance, and a global profit share scheme.

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

At DNV, our commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion is not only an ethical choice, but also a business decision.

Diversity, fairness, and a sense of belonging are a source of strength for our people, our business, and our customers, and help us to deliver on our purpose, vision, and values.

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Working here

Since 1864 we’ve been dedicated to safeguarding life, property and the environment. Today we remain at the forefront of new technologies and techniques to help our customers transform for a more sustainable future.

At DNV you can expect to deliver career and industry defining work. You’ll be given the time to build your network, the resources to support your development, and the freedom to satisfy your curiosity and desire to learn.

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Application Process

FAQs

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How can I find job openings that fit my skills and interests?

Explore our official job search page where you can use filters such as job type, location, and department to find roles that best match your qualifications and career aspirations.

What’s your application process like?

You can apply directly through our careers page by submitting your CV and any other documents we require (i.e. university diplomas/transcripts; visas; previous employment reference letters). Make sure your application is fully completed, and you tailor it to the specific job listing.

Is your recruitment process designed to be inclusive and accessible?

Yes, it is. We're an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all candidates. We’re happy to support your need for any adjustments during the application and hiring process. Share the details of what you need within your application.

What types of interviews might I undergo?

Depending on your role, our interview process may include initial phone screenings, video conferences, and in-person interviews, focusing on both your technical abilities and our shared values. You can ask your recruiter specifically about the interview process for your role.

How long does the hiring process typically take from application to decision?

The timeline can vary but we make every effort to reply to each candidate as soon as possible and keep everyone up-to-date with where they are in the recruitment process.

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Are there any fees involved in your recruitment process?

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What should I do if I suspect a job scam?

If you encounter suspicious job postings or recruitment practices, do not provide personal information and contact your recruiter as soon as possible. We take these matters seriously. We will never ask you to pay any fees or make any payments part of our recruitment process.

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