Trade Policy Specialist

3 weeks ago

Salford, Salford, United Kingdom Department for Business and Trade Full time

Job Overview

The Goods Regulation team plays a crucial role in facilitating UK trade by alleviating regulatory challenges for non-food items through the Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) policy. This involves formulating the policy for essential TBT sections in the UK's Free Trade Agreements (FTAs) with international partners, as well as overseeing the UK's trading interactions with the EU concerning technical trade barriers and broader regulations on manufactured goods, including Northern Ireland as part of the Windsor Framework. We are looking for a dynamic individual to take on a challenging and rewarding position that will provide an exceptional opportunity to spearhead the implementation of policy on manufactured goods regulation related to technical trade barriers.

We seek candidates who are passionate about making a significant impact on our initiatives and team environment, and who are enthusiastic about contributing to the UK’s trade strategy for the advantage of UK consumers and businesses. This role is particularly suited for those aiming to enhance their strategic leadership, influencing, and analytical skills. Our Directorate promotes a diverse and inclusive team culture, alongside active corporate engagement at all levels. Ambitious initiatives focusing on Diversity & Inclusion, Wellbeing & Work-Life balance, and Learning & Development reflect our commitment to a supportive workplace. This position allows for flexible working arrangements and can be based in various government regional hubs as well as London. Our team members currently operate under a hybrid working model, with support provided to accommodate personal circumstances.

Key Responsibilities

This position will be integral in fulfilling trade policy commitments regarding manufactured goods, aiming to reduce regulatory burdens and assist UK businesses through our FTAs, EU relations, Mutual Recognition Agreements (MRAs), and international accords. You will achieve this by shaping the core policy of the team, collaborating closely with colleagues across Government, and engaging with a diverse range of UK businesses to better understand stakeholder requirements for your policy domains.

The successful candidate will lead the formulation of policy concerning technical trade barriers and will be responsible for delivering trade policy commitments on manufactured goods, with an emphasis on the UK’s relationship with the EU, to minimize regulatory burdens and support UK enterprises. Expected key responsibilities include:

  • Facilitating the execution of the TCA review, including providing TBT insights into the future direction of the UK-EU relationship while collaborating with key stakeholders across Whitehall and the business sector.
  • Leading the development of trade policy in a critical area of TBT, specifically in marking and labeling, while working closely with legal experts, analysts, and regulatory specialists within the department.
  • Collaborating across the Goods Regulation team to devise our strategic approach on matters such as UK-EU positions on product regulation and their ramifications for broader departmental policy areas, including Windsor Framework implementation, TBTs, and domestic regulations.

We are dedicated to personal and team growth and expect the postholder to actively contribute to the directorate’s efforts in fostering a positive, inclusive, and supportive team atmosphere. We will collaborate with you to identify opportunities for professional development and challenges that enhance your skills. All team members also dedicate time to corporate activities for the team and the wider Department for Business and Trade initiatives.

Candidate Profile

Essential Qualifications

  • A strong interest in developing expertise in technical trade policy.
  • Demonstrated leadership and organizational skills, with the ability to plan, reassess workloads, and prioritize effectively in dynamic situations.
  • Excellent communication skills, capable of building robust working relationships across Whitehall and representing the Department in discussions with senior partners and stakeholders.
  • Adept at analyzing diverse information sources; identifying risks, issues, and opportunities; and possessing the initiative to act on these insights with sound judgment on when to escalate matters.
  • Comprehensive understanding of the broader context and sensitivity to local and national political landscapes.

Desirable Qualifications

  • Experience in policy development, particularly in trade policy.
  • Background in trade negotiations, international relations, or EU exit processes.
  • Insight into the interests of UK businesses and experience in stakeholder management.

Personal Attributes & Skills

  • Strong stakeholder management capabilities, with the ability to engage effectively with diverse groups and individuals with differing viewpoints.
  • Ability to exercise sound judgment to proactively address policy challenges.
  • Provide high-quality policy advice to Ministers and senior civil servants, clearly articulating complex issues in both written and verbal briefings.

Behaviors

We will evaluate you against these behaviors during the selection process:

  • Seeing the Big Picture
  • Making Effective Decisions
  • Communicating and Influencing

Benefits

In addition to a competitive salary, the Department for Business and Trade contributes significantly towards your membership in the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. Benefits include:

  • Tailored learning and development opportunities
  • A flexible working environment
  • A culture that promotes inclusion and diversity
  • An average employer contribution of 27% towards your pension

We are committed to being an inclusive employer and ensuring equal opportunities for all. We strive to create a diverse workforce and encourage applications from underrepresented groups, including ethnic minorities, individuals with disabilities, and those with gender diverse identities.

For further information on our benefits, please refer to the attached candidate pack.

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