LTIO SAN FRANCISCO IS HIRING - Economic Advisor

The Luxembourg Trade and Investment Office (LTIO) is recruiting 1 Economic Advisor

Permanent contract, starting on November 1^st, 2025 - 40 hours/week

The Economic Advisor will work under the guidance and authority of the Consul General and Executive Director of the Luxembourg Trade and Investment Office in San Francisco (LTIO-SF). The role supports LTIO-SF’s mission of facilitating trade, investment, and business development between Luxembourg and the Western half of the United States. 

 Key Responsibilities

Assisting American companies and organizations in LTIO-SF’s jurisdiction

1. Provide information and advice on Luxembourg’s business environment and sector-specific opportunities.
2. Offer assistance and guidance for setting up operations or expanding in Luxembourg.
3. Facilitate connections with key stakeholders in Luxembourg, including government authorities and agencies, financial and business representative organizations, potential partners, incubators/accelerators, the University of Luxembourg, and research centers.
4. Organize tailor-made visiting programs in Luxembourg.
5. Promote relevant programs, events, and business opportunities in Luxembourg to targeted businesses and organizations.

Assisting Luxembourg companies  

1. Assist Luxembourg-based companies in expanding to the Western U.S. by providing information, relevant events and conferences to attend and market insights.
2. Facilitate introductions to relevant stakeholders in LTIO-SF’s jurisdiction, including government and local authorities, financial and business organizations, or potential business partners.

Prospection and networking 

1. Engage in proactive business prospection and networking to identify leads for Luxembourg’s ecosystem and targeted outreach.
2. Attend industry and networking events to build a pipeline of potential business contacts and opportunities.
3. Maintain strong relationships with business networks, government agencies, and local authorities to support the market entry and growth of Luxembourg companies.
4. Maintain a database of new and existing contacts.
5. Assist with the organization of networking events.

Support for Official Missions, Delegations and Visits

1. Assist Luxembourg government authorities, agencies, as well as public, private, academic, and research organizations in establishing and expanding their networks and organizing missions and visits within LTIO-SF’s jurisdiction, providing both content and logistical support.

Requirements/qualification

• University diploma or higher in business administration, international business, economics, finance, international relations, political science, public policy, economic development, entrepreneurship, or a related field.
• Relevant experience in trade, investment, business development, or entrepreneurship (preferably in the U.S.).
• Strong understanding of business environments and industry trends in North America and Europe.
• Excellent networking, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work in a multicultural environment with autonomy and a strong sense of initiative.
• Proficiency in English; knowledge of French is an asset.
• Experience and a strong network in the U.S. startup, innovation, and investment ecosystem are valuable assets.
• Candidates must hold a valid work permit for the United States.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary depending on your experience and qualifications
• Health and dental insurance through United Healthcare and Standard
• Pension plan participation
• Possible bi-annual salary increases of up to 2.5% based on employee performance.
• 25 days of vacation per year.
• End-of-year bonus equivalent to one month’s salary.
• A dynamic and multicultural work environment.
• Opportunities to engage with high-level government representatives and officials, financial and business organizations, and innovative companies in Luxembourg and LTIO-SF’s jurisdiction.
• Exposure to international trade and investment ecosystems.
• U.S. labor laws will govern the contract, including remuneration.

To Apply:

• Please send your resume, cover letter, and copies of your relevant diplomas to sanfrancisco.cg@mae.etat.lu. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. The cover letter should include details about the motivation for applying, the current employment situation, and availability.
• Deadline is October 15^th, 2025.

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for assessments and interviews.