Christer Johansson
About Christer Johansson
Christer Johansson serves as the Vice President of Business Control at Northvolt, a position he has held since 2021. He has extensive experience in finance and business control, having previously worked at Hoist Finance and SEB, among other organizations.
Current Role at Northvolt
Christer Johansson serves as the Vice President of Business Control at Northvolt since 2021. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing business control functions, ensuring financial integrity, and supporting strategic decision-making processes. His experience in finance and business management contributes to Northvolt's mission of advancing sustainable battery production.
Previous Experience at Hoist Finance
Before joining Northvolt, Christer Johansson held several positions at Hoist Finance. He served as the Chief Financial Officer from 2018 to 2021 and as the Head of Group Finance and Business Control from 2016 to 2018. Additionally, he was the Head of Group Business Control from 2014 to 2016. His tenure at Hoist Finance involved managing financial operations and enhancing business control mechanisms.
Career at SEB
Christer Johansson worked at SEB for eight years, from 2006 to 2014. During this period, he held multiple roles within business development, advisory, and front office management. His diverse responsibilities allowed him to gain extensive experience in financial services and client management.
Consulting Experience at McKinsey & Company
Christer Johansson was a Management Consultant at McKinsey & Company from 2004 to 2006. In this role, he provided strategic advice to clients across various industries, focusing on improving operational efficiency and business performance.
Educational Background
Christer Johansson has a solid educational foundation. He studied Engineering Physics (Teknisk Fysik) at KTH Royal Institute of Technology, earning a Master of Science degree from 1999 to 2004. He also attended Stockholms universitet and Washington University in St. Louis, where he studied Physics and Economics. Additionally, he completed his Gymnasieexamen in Computer Science at Forsmarks Skola from 1996 to 1998.