Head of Defense Affairs – NATO and Europe

Trusted connectivity and digitalization are critical for Defense. In this context, we are enlarging our Brussels based Geopolitical and Government Relations Team with a ‘Head of Defense Affairs’. The role will develop and expand trusted relationships with NATO, EU and Ministries of Defense as well as advocate for appropriate defense policies.

• Bring Nokia brand awareness to NATO and defense organizations in EU and Europe, establishing trust for Nokia as a partner for the ‘digitalization of defense’.
• Advocate for appropriate defense rules & policies at NATO, EU and MoDs
• Identify relevant funding for Nokia’s defense activities (dual use R&D, trials,..) – guide Nokia in successfully applying for identified funding.
• Investigate, select and participate in relevant trade associations working on defense and security issues.
• Develop a strong network in the defense sector, advising Nokia’s business groups on defense matters.
  
  

• Ideally a defence background (officer, Ministry of Defence), with knowledge of NATO, EU Defense and MoD institutions, incl. procurement and funding processes.
• The role requires the ability to work cooperatively and effectively in a complex environment where flexibility and influencing skills are essential.
• Experience in governmental and industry relationships
• Ability to build relationships and communicate messages that concerns our business and industry
• Ability to communicate complex concepts quickly, concisely and effectively
• Strong language skills, both written and verbal, very fluent English is a basic requirement
• High ethical standards
• Able to manage confidential information and projects

Come create the technology that helps the world act together

Nokia is committed to innovation and technology leadership across mobile, fixed and cloud networks. Your career here will have a positive impact on people’s lives and will help us build the capabilities needed for a more productive, sustainable, and inclusive world.
We challenge ourselves to create an inclusive way of working where we are open to new ideas, empowered to take risks and fearless to bring our authentic selves to work

What we offer

Nokia offers continuous learning opportunities, well-being programs to support you mentally and physically, opportunities to join and get supported by employee resource groups, mentoring programs and highly diverse teams with an inclusive culture where people thrive and are empowered.

Nokia is committed to inclusion and is an equal opportunity employer

Nokia has received the following recognitions for its commitment to inclusion & equality:

• One of the World’s Most Ethical Companies by Ethisphere
• Gender-Equality Index by Bloomberg
• Workplace Pride Global Benchmark