Lead Officer: International Relations

• Employer: Liverpool City Region Combined Authority
• Salary: £59,311- £70,405
• Location: No 1 Mann Island, Liverpool
• Contract: Contract
• Working Pattern: Full Time
• Hours: 35 hours.
• DBS Check: No
• Closing Date: 01/12/2025 at 23:59
• Reference: SCC/25/326803

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced international relations professional to drive the development and delivery of the Liverpool City Region Combined Authority's International Strategy and deliver the ambitions of the International Relations Board.

This is a pivotal role, working closely with foreign governments, embassies, trade bodies and key internal and external stakeholders to promote the Liverpool City Region as a leading destination for tourism, trade, investment, and innovation.

Leading a small team, you will coordinate trade missions, inward investment visits, and international delegations and build key partnerships ensuring tangible outcomes for businesses and the wider Liverpool City Region economy.

This is a 6 month fixed term vacancy.

About the person

The ideal candidate will be experienced in diplomacy, with a proven track record of building and managing international partnerships. They will have strong communication and negotiation skills, political acumen, and the ability to navigate complex geopolitical landscapes.

Equally important is the ability to foster collaborative relationships, convene diverse partners, and coordinate activity around shared objectives. The successful candidate will be responsible for driving the strategic direction of our international agenda, aligning global engagement with organisational priorities and our long-term vision.

This role requires a leader who can represent the LCRCA on the world stage, foster meaningful collaborations, and drive forward our international agenda with integrity, insight, and impact.

If you think you match the job description, and our values, then click on the link to apply.

Please ensure that you provide clear examples and evidence in your application of how you meet the below key essential criteria.

The information you provide in your application will be used for shortlisting

• Knowledge and experience of international relations and its importance to the Liverpool City Region.

• Experience of arranging international delegations and events.

• Experience of building effective collaborative relationships with stakeholders and partners.

Please highlight how you meet the remaining essential criteria outlined in the person specification within your CV.

About the organisation

The Liverpool City Region is world-famous for its history, culture and creativity. A place of firsts, it is the birthplace of modern railways, public health and international trade. Now, our economy is being transformed once again, changing the world through world-leading innovation in health and life sciences, digital and creative, and advanced manufacturing - growing an economy already worth £35 billion a year.

The Combined Authority plays a central role in catalysing this innovation-led economy. We are seizing the unique opportunity to use our devolved powers and funding to create wealth and prosperity for all our 1.6 million residents and the whole UK - investing in our economy, people, place, transport and digital infrastructure. Our vision is for the Liverpool City Region to be: The best place to grow up, grow a family, and grow a business - where no-one is left behind.

Staff benefits

• • Local Government Pension Scheme contributions between 5.5% and 12.5%
• • Generous holiday entitlement of 29 days rising to 34 days after 5 years service, as well as bank holidays and the option to buy 10 additional days
• • Free travel around Liverpool City Region with an All-Zone Metro card worth £1,450 per year plus All Zones Off Peak Trio ticket for your spouse or partner
• • Flexible and hybrid working
• • 24/7 access to Employee Assistance Programme for you and your family and Free counselling service
• • Automatic enrolment to our Westfield Health Programme
• • Corporate discounts at council-owned gyms
• • Bike to Work Scheme
• • Coaching, mentoring, apprenticeships, and professional qualifications including paid membership fees and even a £1k interest free learning loan for any non-job-related learning

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion

We offer a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates who have declared that they: have a disability, are from a Black, Asian or Minority Ethnic background, are a member of a reservist or have close family links to a member of the Armed Forces as we are under-represented by people from these communities.

To be considered under one of these schemes, you must indicate your eligibility in the relevant section of the application form. In addition, you must clearly demonstrate in your personal statement how you meet all the key essential criteria listed above, and highlight how you meet the remaining essential criteria outlined in the person specification within your CV.

Applications that do not include this evidence will not be considered under the guaranteed interview schemes.

The Liverpool City Region Combined Authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all employees and volunteers to share this commitment.

We actively promote diversity and inclusion. This role may be eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route. We recommend that you assess your eligibility before applying for this position. Please visit