Uk Consulate Seeks Investment Adviser Milano

Uk Consulate Seeks Investment Adviser
Milano
Lombardia, Milano

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Job CategoryDepartment for International Trade roles (DIT)

Job SubcategoryDepartment for International Trade (DIT)

Job Description (Roles and Responsibilities)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 Rockstar Investment Adviser to join the Department for International Trade (DIT) in Milan to assist with the implementation of DIT Investment strategy in Italy.

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

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). Identify, target and engage with decision makers to build 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. Essential qualifications, skills and experienceSuccess 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;Desirable qualifications, skills and experiencePreferably some knowledge in focus sectors such as Life Sciences, Tech, Creative Industries;Understanding of Digital Transformation processes across sectors. Application detailsApplication deadline: 31 January 2020

Grade: A2 (L)

Type of Position: Full-time, Temporary

Working hours per week: 35

Region: Europe, Eastern Europe & Central Asia

Type of Post: British Consulate General

Number of vacancies: 1

Starting yearly salary (EUR): 32, 369 EUR (gross)

Start Date: 1 March 2020

Other benefits and conditions of employmentThis is a full-time temporary position for an 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 4 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.

Learning and Development Opportunities:Formal and informal Learning & Development sit at the Core of DIT's strategic vision and people plan.

A particular focus is currently on building and enabling DIT's cross-European team and effort.

Additional informationPlease 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.

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.

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