Account Manager / Recruiter

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

Within Industrial Services, DNV delivers inspection, vendor quality, and site supervision services to major clients including Offshore Wind developers, EPC contractors, OEMs, and Transmission System Operators (TSOs). To support our growth in France, we are looking for a Hybrid Account Manager / Recruiter with strong experience in Offshore Wind and/or Transmission System Operators (TSO). This role sits at the intersection of commercial development and project execution, combining:

• Client relationship management and business growth
• Technical recruitment and resource mobilization
• Operational support to inspection activities

Key Responsibilities

• Account Management & Business Development
  • Develop and expand relationships with:
    • Offshore Wind developers, EPCs, and OEMs
    • French TSO (RTE) and associated contractors
  • Identify and develop opportunities in:
    • Vendor inspection
    • Site inspection and supervision
    • Quality assurance services
  • Prepare technical and commercial proposals aligned with DNV procedures
  • Support contract negotiation and ensure compliance with internal governance
  • Contribute to sales pipeline development and market expansion
• Recruitment & Talent Acquisition
  • Manage end-to-end recruitment of technical specialists, including:
    • Electrical and grid engineers (HV/MV)
    • Offshore inspectors and supervisors
    • QA/QC and commissioning specialists
  • Build and maintain a strong network of freelance inspectors and consultants
  • Assess candidates in line with DNV competence and qualification requirements
  • Ensure timely and efficient mobilization of resources
• Project Delivery Support
  • Act as key interface between clients and inspection personnel
  • Ensure alignment between:
    • Scope of work
    • Technical requirements
    • Resource capabilities
  • Monitor ongoing assignments to ensure:
    • High-quality delivery
    • Client satisfaction
    • Compliance with DNV standards
  • Proactively manage risks and operational challenges

The role will offer the opportunity to work on complex offshore and grid infrastructure projects whilst combining business development, recruitment, and operations.

What we offer

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

Candidate Profile

Experience

• Minimum 3–5 years of relevant experience in:
  • Account management within inspection, certification, or related sectors
  • AND Technical recruitment within engineering or industrial services
• Proven exposure to:
  • Offshore Wind projects (preferred)
  • OR TSO / grid infrastructure / high‑voltage systems

Competencies

• Strong commercial mindset combined with delivery focus
• Solid understanding of inspection services, vendor quality, or site activities
• Ability to manage multiple stakeholders in an international environment
• Structured, proactive, and solution‑oriented
• Strong alignment with DNV values: safety, quality, and integrity

Languages

• Fluent French (mandatory) and English (mandatory)