Executive Assistant for the Chief People Officer

Location:
Oslo, Norway
Business:
Group
Position type:
Full Time
Contract type:
Permanent Employee
Job ID:
4927
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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

Are you a proactive, detail-oriented professional who thrives in a dynamic environment? Do you have a passion for enabling leaders to perform at their best?

Join the inner circle of DNV’s global leadership team as an Executive Assistant to our Chief People Officer (CPO).

This is more than a traditional assistant position — it plays a critical part in enabling the Chief People Officer in leading transformative efforts across our global people strategy. This position offers a broad variety of tasks and is a unique opportunity to get on-the-job insight into the business of DNV.

As the Executive Assistant, you will be a trusted partner and right hand, ensuring smooth day-to-day operations and enabling the CPO to focus on high-impact leadership and transformation. You will manage a wide range of responsibilities, from calendar and travel coordination to preparing executive-level presentations and supporting key HR projects.

Through this work, you will be exposed to, and collaborate with, a wide range of people from all levels of the DNV organization.

As you will be working closely with the CPO who holds responsibility for a very important discipline and supporting her through demanding and fast-paced days, it is essential that you maintain a keen attention to detail while also keeping a broad, holistic view. You should be equally enthusiastic about embracing new challenges as you are committed to executing administrative and routine tasks with precision and efficiency. Your ideas and suggestions for improving collaboration and workflows across the support roles for all Group Officers will be highly valued.

In your role as assistant to a member of the Executive Committee, we trust that you are strongly motivated to help make her workdays as smooth and productive as possible while also ensuring she has sufficient time for preparation, breaks, and reflection. To succeed in this, you will need to proactively manage her calendar, anticipate needs, and stay several steps ahead to identify opportunities where your planning and foresight can make a meaningful difference.

Your tasks will include, but are not limited to:

  • Provide administrative support to the CPO, including calendar management, meeting and travel scheduling, expense reporting, as well as support to the Group People team.
  • Plan and schedule meetings, including but not limited to proposing agenda topics, preparing materials, taking minutes, and following up on actions.
  • Support with the long-term planning of meetings such as People Leader team gatherings, Senior People Management meetings, Global People Summits,
  • Country Chair meetings and other events.
  • Help organize social events and gatherings.
  • Collect and review input for internal reports to e.g. the Executive Committee (EC) and Group CEO’s Report to the Board of Directors.
  • Assist with uploads and documentation for DNV’s Board of Directors’ Compensation Committee.
  • Give input to, prepare and review presentations and written material for internal and external use.
  • Take part in or lead projects and governance tasks as agreed with the CPO.
  • Support budget preparations and monitoring, including invoice handling.
  • Manage documents and content in tools like SharePoint and Teams and handle a variety of ad-hoc tasks.
  • Plan and prepare business travel for the CPO.

What we offer
  • A meaningful job with one of Norway’s most attractive employers. We are ranked #3 in the Young Professional Attractiveness Index 2020 and Norway’s most attractive employer 2019 by Randstad.
  • A strong company culture with an emphasis on competence development
  • Great colleagues who value teamwork and support
  • International working environment
  • Interesting and challenging projects, both national and international
  • The possibility to grow and develop your competencies and ambitions within DNV
  • Be part of a world-leading company that has a global reach with more than 12 000 employees around to world and is headquartered in Norway.
  • Attractive total compensation package
  • 6 weeks annual vacation
  • Flexible working hours and focus on work/life balance
  • Free shuttle bus from Sandvika and Skøyen
  • Close access to the sea and surrounding park with possibility for different outdoor activities
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

To thrive and succeed in this role, we believe that you are self-driven, flexible yet detail oriented. You enjoy being part of a fast-paced working environment with multiple tasks, complexity, unforeseen events, and dynamic schedules. Your proactive mindedness, service orientation, diplomatic approach, and ability to act with urgency will be some of your strongest assets.

We are looking for a candidate who is motivated to get to know the DNV business from a Group perspective. You are highly adaptable and comfortable with effectively managing changes in a pragmatic and confident way.

You can influence, build and bridge networks and relationships to achieve results. You are a keen ambassador of our Purpose, Vision, and Values and you demonstrate an excellent service attitude.

Key Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent; advanced degree or executive support certification is a plus
  • Proven experience supporting senior executives, ideally within global or matrixed organizations
  • Exceptional communication and presentation skills in English; Norwegian proficiency is a plus
  • Strong project management capabilities and digital fluency (e.g., Teams, SharePoint, PowerPoint)
  • Highly efficient, structured, and analytical with the ability to see things from various perspectives, as well as forward-thinking and solution oriented.
  • Demonstrate significant results characterized by quality and precision.
  • High integrity, confidentiality, and emotional intelligence

The position at based in Høvik outside Oslo and local conditions apply.

The position reports to the CPO.

Application deadline: 31 August 2025 at 23:55 CEST

Benefits

Profit Share

Du blir en del av vår globale overskuddsdelingsordning, som betyr at vi deler suksessen vår som selskap. Når vi gjør det bra, gjør du det også. Dette er en del av vår totale kompensasjon hvert år og avhenger av årsresultatene våre.

Personlig utvikling

Du får mange muligheter til å lære og vokse. Enten det handler om å bygge nettverk, få ressurser til å planlegge og nå dine karrieremål, eller ha frihet til å følge din egen nysgjerrighet – vi sørger for at du kontinuerlig utvikler deg.

Formålsdrevet organisasjon

Du blir en del av et verdensledende selskap med et tydelig formål: å verne liv, verdier og miljø. Du får muligheten til å bidra til å møte globale endringer gjennom arbeidet ditt.

Konkurransedyktige betingelser

Vi legger vekt på balanse mellom jobb og fritid og tilbyr fleksibel arbeidstid og arbeidssted, seks ukers ferie, subsidiert kantine, konkurransedyktig pensjonsordning, forsikringer og en global overskuddsdelingsordning.

Støttende kultur

Vi gir deg muligheter til å bygge relasjoner gjennom sosiale og profesjonelle nettverk. Vårt største fellesskap, CONNECT, arrangerer sosiale sammenkomster og uformelle treff gjennom hele året.

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

Welcome to our Frequently Asked Questions page. We’ve put together answers to the questions we’re asked most often to help you find the information you need quickly and easily. Whether you're curious about our recruitment process, benefits or career growth and development, you should find the information below.

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.

How do I know if a recruitment contact is legitimately from your company?

Official communication will come from our verified company email addresses. Carefully check any suspicious looking emails and if you have any doubts, don’t engage.

Are there any fees involved in your recruitment process?

No, we do not charge any fees at any stage of our recruitment process. All applications and interviews are free of charge, we will never ask you to pay any fees or make any payments – please be wary of any requests for payment as these are likely scams.

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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Disclaimer

Please beware of recruitment scams that pretend to be from DNV or its employees. We will never ask you to pay any fees or make any payments as part of our recruitment process.