View Vacancy – Intern – Inward Investment; DBT

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Job Category

Department for Business and Trade roles (DBT)

Job Subcategory

Department for Business and Trade (DBT)

Job Description (Roles and Responsibilities)

Main purpose of job:

As part of the Department for Business and Trade (DBT) at the British Embassy in Mexico, this position will support the Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) team to promote relevant investment opportunities for Mexican companies in the UK.

The internship entails liaising with key contacts and partners in the UK and Mexico, carrying out business and market research to develop commercial intelligence assets, replying to enquiries from Mexican companies about the UK ecosystem, assisting in the logistics and delivery of commercial missions and events, as well as keeping track of administrative tasks.

Roles and responsibilities:

Supporting senior colleagues in advising investors and prospective investors from Mexico to the UK with market reports, connections, advice and general support on internationalizing.
Having good eye for designing and putting together one-pagers and presentations simplifying complex information.
Conducting business and market research as needed.
Monitoring the media/internet for opportunities and bringing relevant information to the attention of colleagues in the UK and Mexico.
Following up on enquiries from Mexican companies.
Assisting in the organisation of activities/events/missions/visits.
Collaborating in keeping track of, and updating, databases and our CRM system (Data Hub) to ensure our pipeline and engagement activities are up to date.
Assisting in communication with members of the FDI regional team (Argentina, Brazil, Colombia, Chile).
Performing other administrative tasks as required.

Essential qualifications, skills and experience

The candidate must be currently pursuing a degree, preferably in International Relations, Business, International Commerce, Business Administration, Economy, Marketing or other related areas.
Availability of at least 6 months before their graduation date, to complete the internship. Applicants who do not meet this requirement will not be considered.
Availability to start their internship in the proposed date (successful candidates will start the role in January 2025).
Experience with preparing and designing Marketing materials using graphic design tools such as Canva, ADOBE, Photoshop and others.
Well-developed analytic and research skills and abilities to create and manage databases.
Ability to complete administrative tasks on time and to a high standard.
Translation abilities (English-Spanish).
Bilingual (fluent level in both Spanish and English).
Proactive and with excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Must have the right to work and reside in Mexico.

Language requirements:

Language: English and Spanish

Level of language required: C1 – Fluent level, verbal and written, in both English and Spanish. This is will be tested at interview.

Desirable qualifications, skills and experience

Knowledge on the implementation of B2B Marketing/Growth strategies, including stablishing KPIs and monitoring them
Evidence of trade or investment related experience or interest.
Knowledge of the UK offer to foreign investors.
Experience on both the UK and Latin American business environments and cultures.
Proficient user of MS Office (especially Excel) and previous experience with CRM.
Self-starter, willing to “go the extra mile”; collaborative, organized, responsible, data driven, creative and open to learn and receive feedback.

Required behaviours

Changing and Improving, Delivering at Pace, Managing a Quality Service, Working Together

Application deadline

29 November 2024

Grade

Internship

Type of Position

Part-Time, Intern

Working hours per week

Region

Latin America and Spanish speaking Caribbean

Country/Territory

Mexico

Location (City)

Mexico City

Type of Post

British Embassy

Number of vacancies

Salary Currency

MXN

Type of Salary

monthly

Stipend / Allowance

$7,930.00

Start Date

13 January 2025

Other benefits and conditions of employment

Candidates must be able to live and work in Mexico in their own right.

The successful candidate will be subject to a security clearance and professional reference checks.

Please ensure you answer all application questions in full as CVs will not be considered in the recruitment process until the interview stage.

Employees who are not liable to pay local income tax on their Mission salary, eg some non-local national staff and some spouses or partners of UK diplomatic staff, will have their salaries abated by an equivalent amount.

Appointable candidates who were unsuccessful may be placed on a ‘reserve list’. If during the reserve period of 6 months the same or a largely similar role becomes available, that role may be offered to the second or subsequent candidate.

Additional information

The British Embassy Network offers a strong benefits package. This package includes generous vacation and leave time, flexible working patterns, and enriching learning and development opportunities.

All staff at the British Embassy and its Consulates in Mexico are expected to work towards the UK mission statement of Building a UK/Mexico partnership, which makes the world and us more prosperous and secure, and to embody the Embassy’s agreed values of Honesty, Respect, Inclusion and Professionalism.

Learning and development opportunities:

The chosen candidate will undertake the DBT Induction course. Depending on availability, the chosen candidate would be eligible to take internal courses to become better acquainted with the UK offer and areas of expertise.

Additionally, the British Embassy in Mexico City and the Department for Business and Trade offers a wealth of L&D opportunities with funds to take courses and learning, online resources, sector knowledge, in house training, and study leave. The role offers significant opportunities for on-the-job learning.

Working patterns:

Must be available for a period of 6 months. Mixed working pattern: 5 hours a day during weekdays negotiable with Line Manager.
Embassy operational times (working pattern should be between these time periods): Monday to Thursday: 8:00 – 16:30 Friday: 8:00 – 14:00
This is a hybrid role, with 3 days in office and up to 2 days work from home.

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