Senior Trade Adviser

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist UK companies to develop their export activities in the Russian market by effectively and proactively developing appropriate networks and relationships with DIT HQ, Russian, UK and EU business/trade associations and the private sector, offering DIT services and managing sectorial events;
• Deliver against agreed targets, including Export Wins, OMIS (Overseas Market Introduction Service) revenue, Export Opportunities, and case studies / success stories published;
• Undertake communications work, including speech writing, briefing and social media posts;
• Travelling across Russia and UK participating in the sector related missions and visiting sector related events, including setting dedicated business visits;
• Provide cover and assistance to the Team Leader and colleagues when required;
• Securing sponsorship for cross sectorial and wider Embassy events.

Essential qualifications, skills and experience  

• Fluent in English and Russian (according to CEFR*);
• Clear and concise written work in Russian and English;
• A proven record of engaging customers, stakeholders and partners;
• Understanding of broader business environment in Russia;
• Ability to take on additional responsibilities;
• Good team player.

Desirable qualifications, skills and experience  

• Knowledge and experience in working in oil&gas and mining sectors in Russia;
• Experience in delivering services to customer.

Other benefits and conditions of employment  

• This is a full-time, permanent contract, for 5 working days, 35 hours net per week.
• All applicants should have a pre-existing legal status to live and work in Russia. The British Embassy does not facilitate/sponsor visa applications and work permits.
• Staff recruited locally by the British Embassy in Russia is subject to Terms and Conditions of Service according to local Russian employment law.
• The monthly salary for this position is Rub 102,263 gross, B3 (L) level, paid 13 times a year.

We also offer:

• An interesting and varied job in an open, modern management culture;
• Performance related pay scheme;
• Comprehensive learning and development opportunities;
• Excellent working environment in central location with on-site facilities including cafeteria, bar, gym, tennis court, squash court and swimming pool;
• Private medical cover including dentistry.