View Vacancy - Investment Adviser (ITA20.011)

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Department for International Trade roles (DIT)
DIT

The British Consulate-General Milan is part of a worldwide Government network, representing British political, economic and consular interests overseas and is now looking for a Investment Adviser to promote Foreign Direct Investment and to identify local companies preparing for UK activities (FDI). As part of a wider Europe Regional DIT team, the job holder will report to the Head of Investment and Strategic Relationship Manager to assist with the implementation of DIT Investment strategy in Italy and with the coordination of the Investment Directorate in Head Office.

We are looking for a highly motivated Investment Adviser to join the Department for International Trade (DIT) in Milan to assist with the implementation of DIT Investment strategy in Italy.

DIT secure UK and global prosperity by promoting and financing international trade and investment, and championing free trade. For more information, please see DIT´s page.

If you are passionate about investment, international trade policy and business development, and you have an excellent understanding of Italian business dynamics than this offer is for you!

DIT in Italy is a rewarding and exciting place to work, offering:

For you

  • Work-life balance (flexible working; remote working);
  • The Consulate will be closed on a number of British and Italian public holidays. Holiday falling on a  Sunday may be compensated with an extra day normally added to the list of public holidays;
  • All staff is enrolled on Italian state pension scheme;

For your career

  • Job satisfaction: making a positive contribution to the UK’s economy and working for attractive sector such as Life Sciences, Tech and Creative Industries;
  • Unique and exciting roles within the worldwide Government network, with opportunities to travel and work overseas, engaging with high level contacts;
  • Performance related bonuses;
  • Learning and development opportunities; Learning experiences - accessible learning and development (L&D) opportunities for everyone, including dedicated L&D days and working groups within the wider network such as; Diversity Champions Group, Women & Girl’s Policy Group, Think Green Group are a few examples
  • An equal and diverse workplace;

What you will do:

  • Monitor Italian Investment climate and economic outlook focusing on priority sectors and with the aim of generating Italian Foreign Direct Investment successes (FDI) to identify, pursue and deliver an agreed number of Value and Volume FDI Investment successes;
  • Identify, target and engage with decision makers with the objective of building a network of high level contacts in focus sectors;
  • Keep updated on the British economic climate and policies to support the landing of investment projects in the UK;
  • Support management of a portfolio of Italian investment projects in priority sectors ensuring effective relationship management until they successfully land in the UK;
  • Manage relevant information sources. Monitor and report on activity in accordance with DIT procedures, including the accurate recording of projects on DIT’s management systems;
  • Support lead generation activities through the team’s marketing and events plan and follow up on any client and project outcomes;
  • Work closely with other members of the Italy Inward Investment team and the wider Italy network supporting delivery of events designed to profile the UK’s inward investment offer to a carefully targeted audience.




Success Profile:

  • Highly-developed sales and client relationship management skills acquired in a business environment, with a clear commitment to excellent customer service;
  • Ability to work effectively and supportively with colleagues and contacts in the immediate and wider team;
  • Ability to respond flexibly to changing priorities;
  • Good sense of organisation and communication;
  • Excellent Italian and English language skills (written and spoken) are required (C1 level or above under the CEFRL or equivalent);
  • Engage effectively and independently as part of a bilingual team;
  • Up-to-date IT skills.







  • Understanding of Digital Transformation processes across sectors;
  • Some knowledge in focus sectors to support the Life Sciences/Technology/clean growth campaigns.

5 July 2020
Administrative Officer (AO)
Full-time, Temporary
35
Europe, Eastern Europe & Central Asia
Italy
Milan
British Consulate General
2
EUR
32,369 EUR (gross)
1 September 2020

This is a full-time temporary position for a 12 months contract, with possibility of renewal, graded A2(L) according to the FCO grading structure. The monthly gross salary is Euro 2312.07. The salary is paid monthly 14 times per year including € 10.33 EDR paid 13 times per year, with double salary payments in June and December. If working less than a full calendar year, the additional salary payments will be pro-rata.

Working hours are 35 hrs per week with some flexibility allowed.

The appointment is subject to security clearance and the successful completion of a four months probationary period.

All staff employed by the British Consulate-General are subject to Italian income tax rate deductions (IRPEF). However the administration of these tax payments will vary depending on nationality.

The successful candidate will be enrolled in the Italian State Social Security Scheme. Staff recruited locally by the British Consulate-General in Milan are subject to terms and conditions of service according to local Italian employment law.

Visa / Passport requirements: Candidates must currently hold the independent right to live and work in Italy and be prepared to ensure that right remains throughout the scope of the contract. Additional requirements may become necessary pending EU Exit. If requirements change additional eligibility information will be shared during the recruitment process.

Learning and Development Opportunities:

  • Formal and informal Learning & Development sit at the Core of DIT's strategic vision and people plan. A particuliar focus is currently on building and enabling DIT's cross-European team and effort 
  • More broadly, this is an exiting role at the heart of the Government's agenda. The right candidate can help shape the dialogue between the UK and investors at a pivotal point in trade relations. 
  • Good learning and development offer available to staff.

Please note, Common European Framework of Reference for Languages: Learning, Teaching, Assessment indicates Level C1 as Mastery or proficiency Level which comprehends that a person can understand with ease virtually everything heard or read; can summarize information from different spoken and written sources, reconstructing arguments and accounts in a coherent presentation; can express themselves spontaneously, very fluently and precisely, differentiating finer shades of meaning even in the most complex situations. For more information please click on the following link CEFR. Please bear in mind in case you are invited for an interview your languages skills are going to be assessed.

Please be advised that the deadline for applications is 23:55 on the day mentioned in the above field “Application deadline”.

We advise you to allow enough time to complete and submit your full application, since only applications completed and submitted before the deadline will be considered.

Please be aware that the deadline for submitting applications is considered to be the time zone for the country where the vacancy has arisen.

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This opportunity is closed to applications.