Director, Trade and Investment (5 months contract) - Government - Michael Page

• 5 months contract to cover sabbatical.

About Our Client

This role is with a government organisation, committed to fostering economic development and promoting trade and investment opportunities. The organisation manages large-scale projects.

Job Description

The role also involves engaging potential investors interested in exploring opportunities connected to the organisation.

The Director will represent the organisation in senior-level engagements, maintain strategic relationships with both regional and international stakeholders, and actively promote trade and investment prospects across priority sectors.

• Analyse regional market trends and assess how they influence export, investment, and international business opportunities. Provide insights to guide strategic direction.
• Cultivate and expand relationships with senior executives of companies operating in-or planning to engage with-the organisation's priority sectors, such as technology, healthcare, renewable energy, and defence.
• Represent the organisation in high-level meetings and negotiations, supporting potential investors and trade partners from exploration through to final decision-making, with the goal of driving new investment and export outcomes.
• Lead structured sales and business development initiatives, including targeted outreach campaigns, opportunity sourcing, and research-based prospect selection.
• Deliver market intelligence and commercial insights to senior leadership regarding export potential and outbound investment opportunities.
• Coordinate and support incoming business missions, ministerial visits, industry delegations, and commercial programs conducted within the region.
• Partner with export advisory teams to ensure companies receive end-to-end support, including market briefings, logistics for delegations, coordination of networking events, and post-visit follow-ups.
• Oversee strategic sector-specific programs designed to strengthen client engagement and drive trade and investment outcomes.

The Successful Applicant

A successful Director, Trade and Investment should have:

• Solid understanding of how trade frameworks and economic policy are shaped and implemented.
• Experience working with CRM platforms, particularly Salesforce or similar systems.
• Strong knowledge of international investment processes and how cross-border capital flows operate.
• Proven experience in:
• Conducting market research and performing detailed market analysis using digital tools, datasets, and survey methodologies.
• Navigating and working across key markets in the region and maintaining awareness of commercial developments both locally and internationally.
• Operating strategically within fast-paced environments and applying sound commercial judgment.
• Demonstrated capability in business development, trade promotion, or attracting investment opportunities.
• In-depth understanding of sectors relevant to trade, foreign investment, and international education.
• Excellent cross-cultural communication skills
• both written and verbal
• with the ability to clearly articulate progress, insights, and outcomes.
• Awareness of government operations, along with the credibility needed to effectively contribute to international business, investment, and education initiatives.
• Comfort and proficiency in using social media platforms and digital communication tools.

• Opportunity to lead impactful projects within the government sector.
• Temporary position offering a chance to make a significant contribution to economic growth.
• 5 months contract to cover sabbatical.

This is a unique opportunity for an experienced professional to take on a leadership role. If you meet the criteria and are ready to make a difference, we encourage you to apply today.