View Vacancy - Trade Manager, British High Commission, Islamabad and Karachi
Note : All applicants are required to mandatorily fill the complete online application form including the employment and educational details, motivational segment and the competency based questions. We will be thoroughly reviewing the application forms only for all the required details. Forms that are incomplete in any respect will not be considered while shortlisting for the next stage.
Please note that due to Covid-19 outbreak, the start date of employment mentioned in the advert is tentative, subject to normal business of British High Commission. All recruitment campaigns will remain open for applications, we will progress the recruitment process as swiftly as possible and continue to review all applications, monitor progress and developments. We will be in touch with you for the interviews/ should there be further updates on the application, however given the circumstances, kindly expect some delay in response and please reach out to if you have any further questions.
Main purpose of job:
This is an exciting time to join the Department for International Trade (DIT). Our aim is to promote British trade and investment across the world, which is vital for the prosperity of the UK. DIT brings together policy making, promotion, and expertise in order to break down barriers to trade and investment in markets and help businesses succeed. This is a great opportunity to be part of an international team that contributes to the success of the UK's trade goals.
The purpose of the role is to help the UK achieve its export targets in a way that supports long-term trading relationships, inclusive growth and longer term economic development in Pakistan. As a key member of the UK International Trade Team in Pakistan, you will help to develop and deliver our business and trade policy plans.
You will have a particular sector on which to work, allowing you to build expertise and sustain long-term, mutually beneficial relationships with business leaders, government officials in both Pakistan and the UK, and regulatory bodies as necessary. This will allow you to promote credible, export-ready UK companies to achieve more business in this exciting and growing market.
You will also be expected to respond to enquiries from UK companies and be a point of contact for trade advisors based in the UK regions.
The successful candidate will be able to work independently and understand how their work fits in with the wider Trade team and other teams from across the British High Commisison. You will support the work of the team in briefing the Deputy High Commissioner on a day-to-day basis, as well as the High Commissioner.
Whilst based in Pakistan, you will need to work closely with your counterparts based in the regional hub in Dubai, and London.
Roles and responsibilities / what will the jobholder be expected to achieve:
Your key areas of focus will be on developing the UK’s influence in priority sectors for Pakistan; and managing enquiries to support UK SMEs already exporting to Pakistan or keen to explore opportunities here. You will:
- Contribute to the analysis of key market sectors in Pakistan, assessing the UK’s comparative advantage.
- Support the development of campaign plans in priority sectors.
- Establish and maintaining long-term relationships with key stakeholders, locally and internationally.
- Support the Pakistan Trade Team to deliver the full range of its work, including high quality briefings, visits, events and business planning material.
- Work closely with colleagues across the UK Government to contribute to on longer-term activities to improve the business environment in Pakistan.
- Perform an important communication role, liaising with government departments, chambers of commerce, associations and local companies to share information about recent developments and inform UK companies of opportunities.
- Need to be flexible
- 3-5 years of relevant work expereince
- Good networking skills and resourcefulness
- Excellent interpersonal and communications skills
- Excellent organisational and self-management skills to respond effectively to tight – and changing – deadlines and priorities;
- The ability to learn quickly and work with a high degree of autonomy;
- A positive “can-do” attitude that can see way through challenges.
Language requirements:
Language: Fluent English.
- Experience of working in the public or private sector.
- Understanding of the challenges of doing business in Pakistan
Salary Details:
For BHC candidates, the Local BHC Terms & Conditions will apply.
For other than BHC candidates, Basic Salary will be PKR 146,425.
The BHC is recognised as a good employer, with a robust, fair and transparent performance management & appraisal system linked to increments and staff bonuses. We have a 5-day working week, plus annual leave, public holidays, maternity leave provision, special leave, paid sick leave provision; ample development opportunities, travel opportunities, a good organisational culture, and excellent work/life balance.
Around half of our work forces are women. We treat people with respect and equality and have a policy of zero tolerance for any form of discrimination, bullying, or harassment.
This is a good opportunity to be part of a strong, diverse team, working in the biggest network that FCO has anywhere across the globe. We are aiming to make it the best.
Learning and development opportunities (and any specific training courses to be completed):
The successful applicant will have access to a range of Learning and Development opportunities with in-house and e-learning.
Working patterns:
Flexible working can be considered for the right candidate.
To Apply:
Please note applications without (a), (b) will not be considered.
A. Complete the Online Application Form
B. Complete the Motivation Segment and competency based questions in the Online Application Form.
Internal candidates applying for this position need to upload their appraisal forms for the previous 2 years (if applicable). They should also inform their current line managers, and check for the eligibility clause if on probation, else the applications will not be considered.
Only online applications will be accepted by 25 September 2020, 23.55pm PKT.
Please Note:
- Applicants who do not have the required qualification & experience should kindly abstain from applying, as their applications will not be considered.
- Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted and no telephone enquires will be dealt with.
- The appointment will be subject to Police Verification and other checks including references, educational and professional.
Note : All applicants are required to mandatorily fill the complete online application form including the employment and educational details, motivational segment and the competency based questions. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
We welcome all applications irrespective of age, race, colour, gender, disability, sexual orientation, religion, belief or creed. We are also open to applications from people who want to work flexibly.
This opportunity is closed to applications.
