Trade Advisor TEAM: Trade Team DURATION: Permanent GRADE:Project Manager - £44,759 - £46,526 per annum* REPORTS TO:Senior Trade Specialist WHO WE ARE? We are a unique all island economic development agency with over 25 years experience of supporting thousands of SMEs on the island of Ireland, helping businesses address challenges and take advantage of cross border growth opportunities. WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR? We are now looking for a Trade Advisor to join our team. The successful candidate will help us deliver our strategic goals and make sure that we enhance the opportunities for cross-border trade, innovation and clustering co-operation in the years ahead. KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: In the role of Trade Advisor you will develop, maintain and share an effective knowledge base on specialist trade matters, which will have a positive impact on our business customers every day. You will be responsible for sourcing and maintaining the information, ensuring it is communicated internally and externally through our digital platforms. Working alongside colleagues, you will help us achieve our trade KPIs. Additionally, you will manage relationships with stakeholders within your designated work stream, working closely with businesses and a team of specialist service providers. You will promote the opportunities presented by cross-border trade to businesses, informing them of the different trade requirements between jurisdictions, identifying Trade opportunities and supporting businesses through structured trade programmes and training. Further expectations of this exciting role are detailed in the Job description. WHATS IN IT FOR YOU? We have big ambitions, and we want you to help shape our future. Join our team and support the growth of economic development on the island of Ireland. In return for your contribution, you will be rewarded with: 30 days annual leave (plus bank holidays). Flexible working arrangements, including flexi-time and a mix of office and remote working. An attractive pension package. A progressive environment that will support your professional growth and personal development. Family friendly policies with a focus on health and wellbeing. An inclusive working environment with colleagues who are committed to our core values of being flexible, supportive and honest. THE IDEAL PERSON WILL HAVE: A degree or equivalent third-level qualification. Three years experience providing high level customer care and delivering trade advice directly to a business audience leading to positive economic outcomes. Experience developing resources (printed/digital materials and/or training programmes) for use by businesses including design, planning, delivery, monitoring, evaluation and continuous improvement. An excellent level of attention to detail and accuracy in the development, management and maintenance of business information. A high level of IT competency in a business environment, including working knowledge and experience in CRM / Database management. Further criteria for this role are detailed in the Job description. If you think you can demonstrate these skills, then click the Apply Now button. Closing date for applications is 1.00pm on Monday 2nd June. * This salary will be effective from 1st August 2025