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The Leadership Group for Industry Transition (LeadIT) is a public-private initiative launched in 2019 by the governments of Sweden and India, focusing on low-carbon transitions in the heavy industry sector. LeadIT connects countries and companies from advanced and emerging economies, aiming for net-zero carbon emissions in industry by 2050. Currently, LeadIT includes 18 countries and 20 companies, with its Secretariat hosted by SEI at the SEI Headquarters in Stockholm.
The LeadIT mission for 2024-2026 introduces a new pillar on technology co-development, questioning how to expedite the deployment of breakthrough technology in the industry sector globally and foster co-development and diffusion to reduce carbon emissions in heavy industry.
The role
This full-time role is crucial for maintaining the momentum of driving international collaboration, developing industry transition partnerships and supporting public-private co-operation accelerate industrial decarbonization in line with LeadIT’s 2024-2026 mission. The role involves defining and developing work areas and contributing to the global industrial decarbonization agenda, in close collaboration with colleagues and partners. The work is highly multisectoral, encompassing innovation, industry and trade policies, as well as climate and sustainability affairs.
Key duties and responsibilities
Who you are
We seek a professional with at least 8 years of experience in project management and policy engagement in areas like industry transition, climate change mitigation, trade, industry, innovation or corporate sustainability. Experience in heavy industries (e.g, steel, cement) or technical knowledge of these sectors is beneficial. Energy sector expertise, industrial supply chains or emissions reduction knowledge, especially in the Global South, is preferred.
Relevant experience includes industry, multilateral and governmental co-operation in the green transition, with knowledge of trade, patents, licensing and intellectual property rights in industry transition being advantageous. Experience in emerging economies (e.g., India, Brazil, South Africa) is valued, and applicants from the Global South are encouraged.
Formal qualifications, skills and experience
Required personal skills
Our offer
At SEI HQ, we offer a stimulating position in an international environment. You will be part of a leading multinational, multidisciplinary and multilingual team of experts in an organization where the well-being and development of our employees is a high priority. We value diversity and creativity at the core of what we do. We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply. Our ambition is to provide a safe, professional and creative workspace for all.
Employment at SEI HQ includes:
Additional information
This is a full-time permanent position with placement at SEI HQ in Stockholm, Sweden. The start date is as soon as possible or by arrangement.
SEI has a hybrid work environment, which allows employees to share their time between the SEI office and working remotely from their homes in Sweden. This recruitment is open to all applicants and SEI HQ will support the process of obtaining a work- or residence permit. Please note that it is not possible to work outside of Sweden.