Department for International Trade roles (DIT)
DIT
Main purpose of job:
The role will see you working with the Investment team supporting Australian Companies expanding to the UK.
Specifically, you will support with market research, business set-up assistance, sector information and expansion support to high-growth businesses in Australia and the UK.
The job holder will report to the Senior Manager, Business Relations and form part of a wider UK network at the British Consulate and the British High Commission.
Roles and responsibilities / what will the jobholder be expected to achieve?
This exciting and engaging role will work with the Investment team supporting leading Australian companies seeking to expand into the UK.
You will work to support investment teams based in Sydney, Melbourne and Perth and with the wider network on an adhoc basis. This will be achieved through account management, project management, relationship management, and administration of the Department’s data needs.
The role requires collaboration through a virtual team structure in Australia and New Zealand with UK-based sector team colleagues, UK regional team colleagues, and a centralised investment services team – who each play a supporting role to you by providing introductions, economic data and research.
The jobholder will work with the Senior Manager, Business Relations, to support the delivery of the Investment Team’s business plan. The role will also require event planning, management and attendance, as well as relationship building at industry forums, and will require the ability to communicate effectively. An ability to network, establish strong relationships within the Australian business community, and other industry multipliers to actively support and leverage outcomes will be viewed favourably.
The role may include elements of travel to support teams at various posts and for learning and development.
The role will include some strategic support and assistance to the broader DIT team, the British Consulate staff at Post and the wider Australia network.
Essential on arrival:
- Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in an appropriate field
- A minimum of one years’ work experience in business, ideally in an international & B2B context, business development or market research.
- Strong inter-personal, networking, presentation and communication skills
- Strong research and analytical skills
- Good knowledge of the Australian business environment
- Ability to deliver to ambitious targets and outcomes
- Proactive and enthusiastic with a self-starter mind-set
Language requirements:
Language: English
Level of language required: Fluent
- Some knowledge of the UK’s business environment, and some regional centres of the UK.
- Some knowledge of the processes involved in overseas company expansions (foreign direct investment)
- Eye for detail and event management.
Collaborating and Partnering, Managing a Quality Service
5 December 2021
A2 (L)
Fixed Term, Full-time, Temporary
38
3 months
Asia Pacific
Australia
Sydney
British Consulate General
1
AUD
AUD 66,921 per annum +11% superannuation and annual leave loading
15 January 2022
15 April 2022
Salary is at AUD 66,921 per annum + annual leave loading and 11% superannuation
This position is being advertised as a temporary position until 15 April 2022 in Sydney.
Learning and development opportunities (and any specific training courses to be completed):
The Australia network offers a wide range of learning and development opportunities, including job-specific training as necessary and broader learning linked to the FCDO Diplomatic Academy. There are opportunities to job-shadow other staff, and the successful applicant will be encouraged to take part in broader British Consulate-General’s activities. The British Consulate-General is committed to providing all staff with learning and development (L&D) opportunities and we will work with you to develop your own L&D plan.
Some travel may be required around Australia to support Team’s at various posts and for departmental training.
Appointment is subject to an AFP records check and UK security clearance.
Open to Australian citizens, permanent residents, and partners/ dependents of UK-based diplomatic staff currently posted in Australia and candidates with local permit/right to work in Australia.
Employment offers are subject to successful clearance of pre-employment and security checks. Staff who are locally recruited by the British Consulate-General are subject to Terms and Conditions of Service according to Australia local employment law.
No accommodation or relocation expenses are payable in connection with this position. All candidates must be legally able to work and reside in the country of the vacancy with the correct visa/work permit status or demonstrate eligibility to obtain the relevant permit. Any costs related to obtaining or renewing permits and visas are the responsibility of the successful applicant.
Employees who are not liable to pay local income tax on their Mission salary may have their salaries reduced by the equivalent local income tax amount.
We are committed to being an inclusive employer and building a culturally diverse workplace. We actively encourage applications from people from the widest possible diversity of backgrounds, cultures, and experiences. Our culture of inclusion is underpinned by our excellent staff networks which cover disability, faith and belief, gender equality, social mobility, age, race, LGBT+, and how to be an ally.
Working patterns:
Full time employment (38 hrs), with occasional out of working hours for events and travel. We will also consider applications for part time working
Your application must be submitted before 23:55 AEST-Australian Eastern Standard Time (UTC/ GMT +10) on the day mentioned in the above field “Application deadline”
Applications must include a current CV.
Please be aware that the deadline for submitting applications is considered to be the time zone for the country where the vacancy has arisen.
Incomplete application forms will not be taken into consideration, so please ensure you provide the information requested. Only shortlisted candidates for interview will be contacted. Interviewees will be assessed on the core competencies listed above. Unsuccessful candidates will be notified via the system in due time.
Indicated start date is provisional and subject to successful completion of reference and security checks.
To those applicants not short-listed, we extend our appreciation for considering the British Government as a potential employer.
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