Associate / Consultant, Dubai

Business Sweden; Dubai; On-site; AED 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Business Sweden in Dubai is seeking an Associate or Consultant to join our Dubai office. You will join project teams to collect, analyse and present market insights to Swedish clients, helping them grow exports and expand in the UAE and beyond.

The role emphasizes teamwork, quick learning, and strong English communication, with opportunities to develop advisory and sales-related skills while working with colleagues across the Middle East and globally.

Qualifications

• Master of Science in Business Administration or equivalent.
• 1–3 years of relevant professional experience, preferably from a consulting firm or similar.
• Results-oriented and analytical with drive to tackle new challenges.
• Experience creating slides, presentations and reports.

Responsibilities

• Work in project teams to collect, analyse and present information and insights to clients.
• Support senior colleagues in sales dialogues and client interactions.
• Identify and develop new business opportunities based on market insights.
• Conduct prospecting activities and develop client value propositions.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Teamwork

Communication

Business acumen

Education

Master of Science in Business Administration

Tools

PowerPoint

Reports

Job description

This is a unique opportunity to further develop your international career as an Associate or Consultant in our Dubai office. We are looking for young professionals with drive, ambition and potential who are eager to join us in helping Swedish companies grow their global sales and international companies invest and expand in Sweden.

At Business Sweden, we are business developers with a unique mandate to help Swedish companies grow their global sales and international companies invest and expand in Sweden. Our Dubai office covers a large part of the Middle East, including the United Arab Emirates, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, Egypt and Jordan. The team delivers advisory and consulting services focused on commercial excellence and revenue growth across sectors such as energy, transport and mobility, healthcare and life sciences, digital technologies, security and defence, and FMCG. Across these sectors, our clients’ growth agendas are often shaped by digitalisation, innovation and sustainability. Business Sweden’s consulting services include market entry, growth strategy, public affairs, operational footprint, and client and partner acquisition, among other solutions tailored to each client’s needs.

You will work in project teams to collect, analyse and present information and insights to our clients, drawing primarily on interactions with external stakeholders in the market. You will support senior colleagues in sales dialogues, identify and develop new business opportunities based on market insights, conduct prospecting activities, and collaborate with the team to develop customer value propositions.

We are looking for an Associate or Consultant who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys continuous learning and teamwork. You will collaborate with dedicated colleagues to support Swedish clients on their growth journeys in the UAE, across the Middle East and globally.

The role is based in Dubai, but you will be expected to work with our teams and clients around the world as required.

Core competencies and collaborative skills

• Demonstrate commitment, honesty and accountability in your work.
• Provide support and take ownership to ensure high-quality delivery on time.
• Collaborate effectively and maintain a positive, can-do attitude.
• Contribute to a strong team spirit and communicate openly and transparently.
• Apply strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Communicate and present clearly and effectively.
• Voice your ideas, share your opinions and show appreciation for different perspectives.

Formal requirements

• You hold a Master of Science in Business Administration or an equivalent degree.
• You are a recent graduate or have one to three years of relevant professional experience, preferably from a consulting firm or equivalent organisation.
• You are results-oriented and analytical, with strong drive and the ability to take on new challenges.
• You have experience creating slides, presentations and reports.
• Experience in selling professional services is preferred, and you enjoy sales-related challenges.
• A high level of proficiency in written and spoken English is required. Arabic and Swedish language skills are considered a strong advantage.
• Experience studying or working in an international environment is considered an advantage.
• Experience, knowledge or a strong interest in AI, including its application to enhance the quality and impact of reports and presentations, is considered an advantage.