Merethe Sofie Olsen

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HR and External Relations Manager at BCC Event @ BCC Event
Merethe Sofie Olsen's Location
Oslo, Oslo, Norway, Norway
About Merethe Sofie Olsen

My ambition is to work in the intersection between innovative technology and dynamic human beings.

Merethe Sofie Olsen's Current Company Details
BCC Event

Bcc Event

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HR and External Relations Manager at BCC Event
Merethe Sofie Olsen Work Experience Details
  • Bcc Event
    Hr And External Relations Manager
    Bcc Event Jan 2024 - Present
    Moss, Viken, Norway
    In addition to my HR responsibilities, I have assumed the role of overseeing external relations.My involvement in External Relations encompasses managing press, fostering partnerships with governmental entities, and facilitating collaborations with external stakeholders.
  • Bcc Event
    Hr Manager
    Bcc Event Jun 2022 - Feb 2024
    Moss, Viken, Norway
    BCC Event is a Christian event foundation that’s currently responsible for between 13 and 17 yearly events for approximately 100 000 participants in total. The BCC Event foundation was established 1st of January 2022 and has currently over 70 employees. In BCC Event I’m responsible for the complete HR delivery on both an operational and strategic level. In this past year have I built up processes and tools for speedy and compliant HR administration, been involved in the restructuring of the organization, recruited new team members and advised employees and managers in a broad range of cases. I have taken a data-driven approach to the initiatives that have been implemented by identifying our challenges, setting in action according to needs, and then measuring the effects. To give a example have we seen a growing sense of empowerment to fulfill role responsibilities in our team, with initiatives such as a learning/development program, improvement of role clarity and interfaces, and setting off dedicated time to be given coaching sessions by managers. I’m a member of the management team.
  • Alstom
    Nordic Hr Generalist
    Alstom Jul 2021 - Jun 2022
    Oslo, Norway
    My responsibilities included creating employee contracts, managing on- and off-boarding, administrating the employee data systems, and involvement in larger HR- and integration projects for the Nordic cluster, which at that time consisted of over 2000 employees across Norway, Denmark, Sweden, and Finland.
  • Alstom
    Nordic Hr Assistent
    Alstom Jun 2020 - Jun 2021
    Oslo, Norway
    Alstom is a large global competitor that delivers innovative, safe, and sustainable technology to the transportation sector.In this role, it was my responsibility to find the right people - both in recruitments in ongoing projects, as well as organization staffing for three large tenders (two of which were won). I was also involved in other HR-related projects and tasks such as mentor programs, employer surveys, and on- and offboarding. During this year did Alstom acquire Bombardier, which globally meant a doubling of the company size, but for us, in the Nordic cluster, this meant an increase from about 500 to over 2000 employees. I worked closely with the HR director for Nordics & Russia and other key stakeholders to support the alignment of processes.
  • Adecco
    Searcher, Finance & Office
    Adecco Sep 2019 - Mar 2020
    Oslo, Norway
    Adecco was at the time Norway's market leader in staffing and recruitment. I worked in the specialist department, Finance & Office, and as one of the two very first Norwegian searchers in the company, I took part in creating and developing the processes and shaping the responsibility for the searcher role.
  • Atea Norge
    Hr Trainee
    Atea Norge Sep 2018 - Aug 2019
    Oslo, Norway
    Atea is a large IT company that originated in Norway. Atea's focus areas are smart cities, school technology, and welfare technology.I worked in the HR department where I was involved in all kinds of ad hoc tasks, but where my focus mainly was on learning and development. My job included course coordination and optimizing the use of learning modules on Atea's nano learning platform, Motimate. I also contributed in a large competence mapping project in the company.
  • Oslofjord Convention Center As
    Receptionist And Resource Coordinator
    Oslofjord Convention Center As Aug 2017 - Aug 2019
    Sandefjord, Vestfold Og Telemark, Norway
    Oslofjord is one of the largest conference destinations in Europe. They were host for a great range of events, and as a receptionist were I adaptable and able to perform a high level of service, even under sometimes challenging circumstances. I was also given the opportunity to assist the HR department and led multiple hiring processes independently.
  • Nesco International
    Key Account Manager
    Nesco International Aug 2017 - Sep 2018
    Horten, Vestfold Og Telemark, Norway
    Nesco is a Norwegian online store that offers specialized products in the health and wellness field. As a Key Account Manager, I built good relationships with my customer portfolio, which consisted of everything from large national chains to small independent retailers.
  • Aktivitetsklubben
    Junior Manager
    Aktivitetsklubben Jun 2015 - Aug 2017
    Sandefjord, Vestfold Og Telemark, Norway
    Aktivitetsklubben is a non-profit organization working to offer children meaningful leisure activities.I was involved in several projects, one of which was to create a new software system for our members. In addition, was I responsible for newsletters, social media, and websites.I was a board member from august 2017 until august 2019.
  • Brunstadshop
    Operations Manager
    Brunstadshop Jun 2015 - Aug 2017
    Sandefjord, Vestfold Og Telemark, Norway
    BrunstadShop was a niche online- and pop-up store that offered literature and multimedia products.I was responsible for everything from operations, marketing, staff, and sales figures.I received a certificate in sales (fagbrev i salg) from this work experience.
  • Fresh Fitness As
    Service Employee
    Fresh Fitness As Apr 2014 - Jun 2015
    Tønsberg, Vestfold Og Telemark, Norway
    Fresh Fitness was at the time the fastest growing fitness center in Norway. My team and I turned many dissatisfied customers into loyal and pleased customers and that resulted in the award as the best overall fitness center in Norway (2015).
  • Fredrik & Louisa
    Shop Assistant
    Fredrik & Louisa Nov 2013 - Dec 2014
    Tønsberg, Vestfold Og Telemark, Norway
    Fredrik & Louisa is a perfume chain that offers luxurious products. This was my first «real job» and I learned the value of great customer service.

Merethe Sofie Olsen Skills

Leadership Event Planning Teamwork Project Coordination Customer Service Strategic Planning Sales

Merethe Sofie Olsen Education Details

  • Fagbrev I Salg  (Certificate In Sales)
    Fagbrev I Salg (Certificate In Sales)
    Meget Godt Bestått
  • Færder Videregående Skole
    Færder Videregående Skole
    Påbygg
  • Greveskogen Videregående Skole
    Greveskogen Videregående Skole
    Salg Og Service

Frequently Asked Questions about Merethe Sofie Olsen

What company does Merethe Sofie Olsen work for?

Merethe Sofie Olsen works for Bcc Event

What is Merethe Sofie Olsen's role at the current company?

Merethe Sofie Olsen's current role is HR and External Relations Manager at BCC Event.

What schools did Merethe Sofie Olsen attend?

Merethe Sofie Olsen attended Høyskolen Kristiania, Fagbrev I Salg (Certificate In Sales), Færder Videregående Skole, Greveskogen Videregående Skole.

What skills is Merethe Sofie Olsen known for?

Merethe Sofie Olsen has skills like Leadership, Event Planning, Teamwork, Project Coordination, Customer Service, Strategic Planning, Sales.

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