THE FUTURE OF WORK
IN A CHANGING WORLD
Tuesday, 9th of September
6 pm to 9 pm
SEB, 1 Carter Lane
EC4V 5AN
London
Join us for an insightful evening exploring “The Future of Work in a Changing World”, an exclusive event from the Finnish-British Chamber of Commerce, Norwegian-British Chamber of Commerce and the Danish-UK Association in collaboration with SEB.
As the workplace continues to evolve – shaped by technology, shifting values, and global disruptions, this event will unpack the key transformations we can expect in the years ahead. Together, we will explore how leadership is being redefined, the evolving importance of trust in hybrid and digital environments, and other timely topics shaping the next chapter of our careers.
Expect expert perspectives, interactive discussions, and plenty of networking opportunities with like-minded peers from across the Nordic-British business community.
The event consists of a panel discussion followed by networking.
Expert Speakers
Bjarne Schieldrop, Chief Commodities Analyst at SEB
With 25+ years in commodities markets, Bjarne leads SEB’s analysis and modelling efforts, advising on energy, metals, and global trade dynamics – providing rare insight into how macro forces shape work and leadership.
Victor Brunslev, Client Manager at MAERSK Logistics UK LTD
Christian Pau, Vice President and General Manager at LEGO UK & Ireland
His previous positions include Vice President of Strategy and Transformation in Denmark and Senior Sales Director of LEGO GmbH for Germany, Austria, and Switzerland, having been with the LEGO Group for 13 years. Christian encompasses the values and mission of the LEGO Group, where play is an essential tool for children to learn and develop key skills. Prior to joining the LEGO Group, he worked for the Boston Consulting Group in numerous roles. He is married with four children and enjoys outdoor sports and travelling in his spare time.
Julia Essay-Bennett, Head of ESG at Manpower
Julia leads Manpower UK’s ESG strategy. Rooted in ManpowerGroup’s commitment to “doing well by doing good”, Julia drives initiatives that embed sustainability and inclusivity into the workplace. With over 18 years’ experience in workforce solutions, she is passionate about helping young professionals thrive in a changing world of work, ensuring the next generation benefits from ethical, future-fit practices that create long-term value.
George Major, Account Associate at Nokia
Led by Tom Somers, UK Director for SkenarioLabs
Tom Somers, Director for UK & Ireland at SkenarioLabs. We’re a Helsinki-founded, data-driven prop-tech scale-up working with banks, insurers, local authorities and investors across Europe to link property valuation, ESG performance and climate risk. Our AI-powered platform takes even minimal client data and enriches it with extensive proprietary and open datasets to provide actionable insights on retrofit, resilience and prudent value. Tom’s is on helping financial institutions and public sector partners navigate transition and prudential risks, unlock investment in net zero, and build more resilient portfolios and communities. Prior to this, Tom worked in the built environment in innovation roles at Arup, Centrica and in Government.
Whether you are navigating early career choices or preparing for the next leadership step, this event will provide valuable insight and inspiration for your professional journey.
Spaces are limited, so register early to secure your place!
General admission: £15
Members: Registration is included in your membership.