Trade Manager
TEAM: Trade Team
GRADE: Manager - £50,558 – £52,471 per annum
REPORTS TO: Assistant Director of Trade
WHO WE ARE?
We are a unique all island economic development agency with over 25 years’ experience of supporting thousands of SMEs, with a deep and practical understanding of how to help businesses address challenges and take advantage of new growth opportunities.
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR?
We are looking to appoint a Manager who will work within the Trade Team. This team is collectively responsible for providing businesses with trade information and advice, helping them establish and grow cross-border sales and to access commercial opportunities such as all-island supply chains and public procurement opportunities.
The successful candidate will play a key role in both business development activities and operational management, supporting the delivery of our strategic mission, resulting in measurable benefits/results for both ourselves and the businesses and stakeholders we work with.
KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
As a senior member of the Trade Team, you will be responsible for ensuring InterTradeIreland is appropriately positioned to help businesses navigate Trade between Ireland and Northern Ireland. You will closely monitor the potential for divergence on trade matters and advise senior stakeholders accordingly. You will oversee a range of supports to ensure that businesses have access to accurate information and advice regarding VAT, Customs, Regulation and Employment matters impacting the island of Ireland. You will strategically develop and manage trade programmes, organise events and stakeholder engagement activity. You will be responsible for managing staff, budgets and contracts to deliver against InterTradeIreland’s objectives in multiple areas.
Further expectations of this exciting role are detailed in the Job description.
WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?
We have big ambitions, and we want you to help shape our future. Join our team and support the growth of economic development on the island of Ireland.
- In return for your contribution, you will be rewarded with:30 days annual leave (plus bank holidays).
- Flexible working arrangements, including flexi-time and a mix of office and remote working.
- An attractive pension package.
- A progressive environment that will support your professional growth and personal development.
- Family friendly policies with a focus on health and wellbeing.
- An inclusive working environment with colleagues who are committed to our core values of being flexible, supportive and honest.
THE IDEAL PERSON WILL HAVE:
- A degree or equivalent third level qualification.
- Minimum 3 years’ experience supporting stakeholders or businesses to ensure trade and regulatory compliance, including providing clear guidance on documentation and advising on best practice.
- Experience in the development and delivery of programmes or initiatives, including managing performance against clearly defined milestones, targets and budgets, with evidence of embedding continuous improvement practices.
- Minimum 3 years’ experience of proactively managing and effectively leading a team of direct reports, able to plan and organise work to achieve results within tight deadlines, focusing on priorities and objectives with a clear sense of direction.
Further criteria for this role are detailed in the Job description.
If you think you can demonstrate these skills, then click the Apply Now button.
Closing date for applications is Tuesday 26th May @ 1.00pm.
