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SDI (Scottish Development International)
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The British Embassy in Poland is part of a world-wide network, representing British political, economic and consular interests overseas and is now looking to recruit a Senior Trade Specialist – Renewables & Low Carbon.
Scottish Development International (SDI) www.sdi.co.uk is funded by the Scottish Government to develop strategic relationships and business partnerships between Scotland and the rest of the world. We promote the export trade of Scottish companies across the world and assist overseas investors to locate in Scotland. We have a team of colleagues in Scotland within Scotland’s enterprise agencies – Scottish Enterprise and Highlands and Islands Enterprise and a network of partners, from our universities to industry bodies to contribute to our success.
We are a partner of the Department of International Trade and operate collaboratively across the globe. The position (fixed-term 12 month contract) will be based in the British Embassy in Warsaw, alongside with DIT.
This is an exciting and demanding field sales position based in Warsaw with a key focus of the role in identifying opportunities for Scotland’s energy supply chain companies in Poland. The role involves increasing and widening the on-the-ground support available to Scottish companies operating in energy – mainly renewable energy and low carbon technology sectors, that have the ambition, capacity, and capability to export their products.
Main responsibilities will include:
Trade Development
- Identify key Buyers operating in the energy sector and take a strategic account management role, understanding their procurement and supply chain requirements, and discuss potential opportunities for Scottish companies;
- Develop and maintain partnerships with colleagues across the energy team, the Inward investment team and the Scottish Government in order to build platforms for collaborative or strategic engagement between Scotland and Poland (and Baltic States to a lesser extent);
- Identify and attend sector-specific trade shows, exhibitions and conferences in the market/region to promote Scotland’s proposition in energy; expand your network of contacts; and identify opportunities for Scottish companies;
- Gather market intelligence and scope/explore new opportunities for Scottish energy companies. Report on trends to SDI sector teams, companies, and partners as appropriate.
Trade Promotion
- Deliver webinars and use social media to highlight key market opportunities for Scottish energy companies;
- Take a creative approach to trade development work and look for innovative ways to stimulate demand for Scottish energy goods and services in Poland;
- Work with colleagues in Scotland to deliver visit programs, trade missions, and learning journeys for Scottish energy companies and facilitate introductions with key stakeholders in Poland.
Trade Support
- Work as part of a wider account team to provide trade advice and guidance to companies in the Scottish energy supply chain looking to access market opportunities in Poland;
- Support Scottish companies with market entry and growth strategies and develop a deep understanding of routes to market, business environment and regulatory framework;
- Update CRM with details of all company support provided and how it has helped to deliver against SDI’s objectives. Update account team members on the impact of any support provided;
- Prepare Monthly Report on outcomes for sharing with SDI and partners.
- Fluency in Polish and English (both oral and written, minimum C1 level*);
- University degree in Business or Engineering or related discipline;
- Demonstrated experience in business development and/or business consulting roles ideally in the energy sector;
- Experience and understanding of the Polish energy market in particular, specifically as it relates to project development, origination, supply chain development in the fields of Offshore wind and Hydrogen;
- Proven collaboration and facilitation skills with senior leaders and cross-functional teams;
- Strong commercial background, extensive experience in project development with a demonstrated ability to identify and originate business opportunities;
- Ability to develop strong business relationships with internal and external stakeholders;
- Strong team approach with the ability to work with different teams in the organisation;
- Able to work in a dynamic sales environment under pressure and to tight deadlines;
- Self-motivated with a high level of initiative.
Collaborating and Partnering, Achieving Commercial Outcomes, Delivering at Pace, Engaging Internationally
9 March 2021
C4 (L)
Fixed Term, Full-time
37.5 net
12 months
Europe, Eastern Europe & Central Asia
Poland
Warsaw
British Embassy
1
12,706 gross
5 April 2021
This is a full-time fixed-term position of 12 months, of 5 days (37.5 net per week), to cover a maternity leave.
The gross salary for this position is PLN 12,706 gross per month. Working hours are flexible and staff are entitled to time-off-in-lieu for agreed extra hours worked. The annual leave entitlement is 20 or 26 days per year pro rata and the Embassy also enjoys a maximum of 14 Polish / UK public holidays per year.
Please note that staff members are responsible for paying any income tax required by the local law.
The successful candidate will be subject to the Polish references check and satisfactory completion of a probationary period of three months.
Staff recruited locally by the British Embassy in Warsaw are subject to Terms and Conditions of Service according to Polish employment law.
Visa / Passport requirements:
Candidates must currently hold the independent right to live and work in Poland and be prepared to ensure that right remains throughout the scope of the contract. Please note that it is your responsibility to ensure you meet the legal requirements to live and work in this country.
Working patterns
BE Warsaw has a strong commitment to work/life balance. Office hours are 8:30 – 16:30, staff are encouraged to leave on time. Flexi-hours are also possible within the Embassy building’s opening hours (0800-1800).
We have mobile technology and most staff in the team work from home one day a week in normal circumstances.
Please note that the deadline for applications is 23:55 on the day mentioned in the above field “Application deadline”.
We advise you to allow enough time to complete and submit your full application, since only applications completed and submitted before the deadline will be considered.
Please be aware that the deadline for submitting applications is considered to be the time zone for the country where the vacancy has arisen.
Please be advised that the British Embassy will not be able to meet the travel costs incurred when travelling to the interview, nor the costs connected with relocation if offered a position.
* Please note Common European Framework of Reference for Languages: Learning, Teaching, Assessment indicates Level C2 as Mastery or proficiency Level which comprehends that a person can understand with ease virtually everything heard or read; can summarize information from different spoken and written sources, reconstructing arguments and accounts in a coherent presentation; can express themselves spontaneously, very fluently and precisely, differentiating finer shades of meaning even in the most complex situations. For more information please click on the following link CEFR. Please bear in mind in case you are invited for an interview your languages skills are going to be assessed.
Additional Information (due to Covid 19):
- You may experience some delay in the progress of this recruitment campaign and we are working hard to minimise any disruption;
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Interviews will be done remotely if the existing situation determines this to be the right course of action;
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Starting date may be delayed depending on circumstances at the time and it will be agreed with the selected candidate.
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