International Trade Adviser

2 weeks ago

London, United Kingdom Department for International Trade Full time

**Details**:
**Reference number**:

- 279253**Salary**:

- £38,052 - £45,354- National: £38,052 - £41,912 London: £41,553 - £45,354**Job grade**:

- Senior Executive Officer**Contract type**:

- Permanent**Business area**:

- DIT - DGET: UK Regions**Type of role**:

- Operational Delivery
- Private Sector Development**Working pattern**:

- Flexible working, Full-time, Job share, Part-time**Number of jobs available**:

- 5Contents

Location

About the job

**Benefits**:
Things you need to know

Location
- Bristol, Cambridge, Guildford, LondonAbout the job

**Job summary**:
International Trade Advisers are expected to develop long-term relationships with businesses and help them build effective export strategies to achieve commercial success overseas.

Advisers must therefore have wide-ranging, senior level business experience in exporting, excellent commercial acumen and a desire to share knowledge and experience with growing companies. Experience of providing a consultative approach to solving issues and influencing decision makers is highly desirable in this role.

The government has ambitious goals for British exporters so the role will suit professionals motivated by, and with a strong track record of, exceeding challenging targets.

Advisers will be supported by the DIT’s range of products and services, the DIT’s worldwide network and the department’s team-based culture.

**Job description**:

- Identify and engage with businesses with the best growth potential to help them export.
- To help businesses gain an in-depth understanding of their current performance and potential for export growth. To assist them prioritise issues and identify potential actions.
- To act as strategic coach and mentor to clients to support them develop their long-term international trade operations.
- To assist clients in selecting appropriate support services that meet their needs, from the full range of private and public sector providers, including other elements of DIT’s Export Support Services.
- To work with stakeholders and partners to maximise the impact of the Government’s export support services, including identifying and overcoming barriers, organising activities and events to benefit export clients.
- Accurate and timely recording and reporting within the department’s client record management system.

**Hybrid Working**

All DBT employees are assigned an office base. Most DBT employees work 2/3 days in the office, however, given this role requires frequent travel to meet clients, informal hybrid working arrangements will be available as agreed with the vacancy manager and in line with operational requirements. If your office location is London, you will be eligible to receive London weighting.

For this role, the Department will not consider sponsoring a visa or issuing a Certificate of Sponsorship. Please note we are unable to offer advice on any Visa and Immigration cases.

**Person specification**:
**Essential Criteria**
- Knowledge of the export process. International market development including the setting up of sales channels, (agents and distributors, licensing, knowledge transfer and collaboration).
- Influencing and selling - able to express ideas clearly, both verbally, face-to-face, by telephone, and in written communications and actively listen to others. The role will involve occasional public speaking and social media interaction.
- An ability to develop and maintain relationships with companies and other partner organisations and stakeholders with a focus on providing a high-quality service.
- Analytical thinking and problem solving - able to accomplish the goal by efficiently establishing an appropriate course of action for self and others.
- Planning and organising - able to manage and organise a work schedule which requires attention to detail with paperwork, as well as managing a sizeable portfolio of clients.

**Desirable Criteria**
- Experience of providing a consultative approach to solving issues and influencing decision makers.
- Knowledge/Experience of Licensing, Technology Transfer and IPR issues.
- Knowledge/Experience of working in emerging markets.
- Languages
- Experience of working overseas
- This role can involve visiting clients at their premises which can be located in areas difficult to reach by public transport.

**Personal Attributes & Skills**
- Interpersonal sensitivity, quickly able to establish rapport with clients and colleagues.
- Team player actively participates in a team but also self-reliant and disciplined to work on own initiative.
- Flexibility and openness.
- Positive outlook.
- Drive and determination, effective in identifying problems, seeking pertinent data and recognising important information to solve complex problems and deal with new issues.
- Actively influences events, rather than passively accepts them, sees opportunities and acts on them and originates action.

**Behaviours**:
We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selec

  • Policy Adviser: International Trade and Government

    1 week ago

    London, United Kingdom Department for Business and Trade Full time

    **Details**: **Reference number**: - 303354**Salary**: - £31,443 - £36,624- National £31,443 - £33,097, London £35,008 - £36,624.- A Civil Service Pension with an average employer contribution of 27%**Job grade**: - Higher Executive Officer**Contract type**: - Permanent**Business area**: - DBT - Trade Negotiations: Trade Policy B**Type of...

  • Senior Strategy and Policy Adviser

    4 weeks ago

    London, United Kingdom Department for International Trade Full time

    **Details**: **Reference number**: - 250712**Salary**: - £47,981 - £60,129- National: £47,981 - £56,396; London: £51,714 - £60,129**Job grade**: - Grade 7**Contract type**: - Permanent**Business area**: - DIT - Trading Systems: Other**Type of role**: - Policy**Working pattern**: - Flexible working, Full-time, Job share, Part-time**Number of jobs...

  • Policy Adviser

    1 month ago

    London, United Kingdom Department for Business and Trade Full time

    **Details**: **Reference number**: - 340973**Salary**: - £32,858 - £38,272- National; £32,858 - £34,586 London; £36,583 - £38,272- A Civil Service Pension with an average employer contribution of 27%**Job grade**: - Higher Executive Officer**Contract type**: - Permanent**Business area**: - DBT - DG TSG - Bilateral Trade Relations - Economic...

  • Assistant Private Secretary to The Special Advisers

    6 days ago

    London, United Kingdom Department for Business and Trade Full time

    **Details**: **Reference number**: - 309531**Salary**: - £29,282 - £31,003- London £29,282 - £31,003 18% - Private Office Allowance- A Civil Service Pension with an average employer contribution of 27%**Job grade**: - Executive Officer**Contract type**: - Permanent**Business area**: - DBT - SI: DIT Private Offices**Type of role**: - Administration...

  • International Trade

    1 month ago

    London, United Kingdom Frei Solicitors Ltd Full time

    Frei Solicitors is an international, boutique luxury asset law firm based in Mayfair, London. We are a team of professionals focused on delivering quality legal services, providing strategic guidance that emphasises exemplary services to our clients. Our clients welcome our practical yet sensitive approach to their private financial affairs. Therefore, our...

  • Programmatic Trading Specialist

    1 month ago

    London, United Kingdom The Trade Desk Full time

    The Trade Desk is changing the way global brands and their agencies advertise to audiences around the world. How? With a media buying platform that helps brands deliver a more insightful and relevant ad experience for consumers - and sets a new standard for global reach, accuracy, and transparency. We are proud of the culture we have built. We value the...

  • Private Secretary to The Director

    4 weeks ago

    London, United Kingdom Department for International Trade Full time

    **Details**: **Reference number**: - 263064**Salary**: - £52,000 - £61,933- £52,000 - £58,652; London: £55,365 - £61,933**Job grade**: - Grade 7**Contract type**: - Permanent**Business area**: - DIT - Trade Negotiations: Trade Policy B - US, Service, Investment and Digital.**Type of role**: - Policy**Working pattern**: - Full-time**Number of...

  • Financial Adviser

    1 day ago

    City of London, Greater London, United Kingdom St. James's Place Financial Adviser Academy Full time

    A new challenge. A new culture. A new perspective. If you’re looking for a role that provides you with autonomy, meritocracy and flexibility, you’ve come to the right Place. St. James’s Place. A high number of candidates may make applications for this position, so make sure to send your CV and application through as soon as possible. Launch a...

  • Financial Adviser

    2 weeks ago

    London, United Kingdom St. James's Place Financial Adviser Academy Full time

    Build long-term relationships. Our Academy programme has been carefully crafted to engage and challenge you through a blend of digital, live and practical learning opportunities which draws on expertise and experience from within our internal community of specialists and insight from leaders in other sectors. This is a full-time programme, fully funded by...

  • Financial Adviser

    2 weeks ago

    London, United Kingdom St. James's Place Financial Adviser Academy Full time

    Build long-term relationships. Our Academy programme has been carefully crafted to engage and challenge you through a blend of digital, live and practical learning opportunities which draws on expertise and experience from within our internal community of specialists and insight from leaders in other sectors. This is a full-time programme, fully funded by...

  • Lead Associate Trading Director

    5 days ago

    London, United Kingdom The Trade Desk Full time

    This inclusive employer is a member of myGwork – the largest global platform for the LGBTQ+ business community. The Trade Desk is changing the way global brands and their agencies advertise to audiences around the world. With a media buying platform that helps brands deliver a more insightful and relevant ad experience for consumers -- and sets a new...

  • Financial Adviser

    1 day ago

    City of London, Greater London, United Kingdom St. James's Place Financial Adviser Academy Full time

    Build long-term relationships. Our Academy programme has been carefully crafted to engage and challenge you through a blend of digital, live and practical learning opportunities which draws on expertise and experience from within our internal community of specialists and insight from leaders in other sectors. This is a full-time programme, fully funded by...

  • Trade Systems Intern

    4 weeks ago

    London, United Kingdom British American Tobacco Full time

    . **ROLE PROFILE** **GRADE**:Internship **JOB TITLE**:Trade Systems Intern **FUNCTION: Trade** **SUB FUNCTION**:Business Development **CITY & COUNTRY**:London, United Kingdom **ROLE SUMMARY** **What are the key objectives and expectations from this role?** We are looking for an intern to join our Trade Systems Team for BAT UK. As a valued member of...

  • Uk Defence

    1 month ago

    London, United Kingdom Department for International Trade Full time

    **Details**: **Reference number**: - 254152**Salary**: - £51,714 - £60,129**Job grade**: - Grade 7**Contract type**: - Permanent**Business area**: - DIT - DGET: UK Defence & Security Exports**Type of role**: - Defence Operations - International Trade - Operational Delivery**Working pattern**: - Flexible working, Full-time, Job share,...

  • Senior Desk Officer, Uk Defence and Security Exports

    7 days ago

    London, United Kingdom Department for International Trade Full time

    **Details**: **Reference number**: - 270148**Salary**: - £41,553 - £45,354**Job grade**: - Senior Executive Officer**Contract type**: - Permanent**Business area**: - DIT - DGET: UK Defence & Security Exports**Type of role**: - International Trade - Operational Delivery - Project Delivery**Working pattern**: - Flexible working, Full-time, Job share,...

  • Press Officer

    4 weeks ago

    London, United Kingdom Department for International Trade Full time

    **Details**: **Reference number**: - 270066**Salary**: - £31,443 - £36,624- National: £31,443 - £33,097; London: £35,008 - £36,624**Job grade**: - Higher Executive Officer**Contract type**: - Permanent**Business area**: - DIT - COO: Communication and Marketing**Type of role**: - Press Relations**Working pattern**: - Flexible working, Full-time,...

  • Tariff Policy Delivery Adviser

    1 week ago

    London, United Kingdom Department for Business and Trade Full time

    **Details**: **Reference number**: - 327223**Salary**: - £32,858 - £38,272- National: £32,858 - £34,586 London: £36,583 - £38,272- A Civil Service Pension with an average employer contribution of 27%**Job grade**: - Higher Executive Officer**Contract type**: - Permanent**Business area**: - DBT - DG TSG - Global Trade & Delivery**Type of role**: -...

  • Professions Delivery Officer

    4 weeks ago

    London, United Kingdom Department for International Trade Full time

    **Details**: **Reference number**: - 264094**Salary**: - £31,443 - £36,624- National: £31,443 - £33,097; London: £35,008 -£36,624**Job grade**: - Higher Executive Officer**Contract type**: - Permanent**Business area**: - DIT - Trading System: Global Trade and Delivery**Type of role**: - Governance - International Trade - Planning**Working...

  • Policy Manager

    4 weeks ago

    London, United Kingdom TechUK Full time

    **Job Title**: Policy Manager - International Trade **Location**: London **Salary**: £32,000 - £42,000 per annum **Job Type**: Permanent, Full-time **techUK Overview**: techUK is the trade association which brings together people, companies, and organisations to realise the positive outcomes of what digital technology can achieve. With over 900 members...

  • Tariff Operations Officer

    4 weeks ago

    London, United Kingdom Department for International Trade Full time

    **Details**: **Reference number**: - 289015**Salary**: - £31,443 - £36,624- National: £31,443 - £33,097 London: £35,008 - 36,624**Job grade**: - Higher Executive Officer**Contract type**: - Permanent**Business area**: - DIT - Trading System: Global Trade and Delivery**Type of role**: - International Trade - Operational Delivery**Working...