Head of Advanced Markets - Innovation & Growth

Purpose of Role:

The Head of Advanced Markets is responsible for developing and delivering country plans, market strategies, and projects within the Advanced Markets outlined in the City of London Corporation’s Competitiveness Strategy. The role focuses on driving trade and investment outcomes, strengthening international partnerships, and supporting economic growth in the UK by attracting and retaining foreign investment.

• Lead the creation and implementation of market strategies and engagement plans for Europe, the US, Japan, Canada, Australia, and Singapore.
• Oversee strategic collaboration with UK partners, ensuring alignment with industry and government priorities.
• Manage trade and investment projects, ensuring Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) wins from target markets.
• Develop expertise in trade policy, financing mechanisms, and market trends, supporting business development.
• Coordinate engagement with the City Corporation’s Brussels and US offices, ensuring consistency in trade policy and promotion.
• Provide strategic advice on trade and investment, identifying geopolitical risks in key markets.
• Ensure strong collaboration with UK government bodies, overseas posts, trade associations, and industry partners.
• Lead a team of advisors, ensuring effective pipeline management of trade and investment leads.
• Oversee the development of high-quality promotional materials aligned with marketing strategies.
• Provide briefings for senior officials, including the Lord Mayor and Policy Chairman, on trade and investment issues.

• Degree-level education (or equivalent) with significant experience in trade policy, promotion, or international markets within financial and professional services.
• Extensive knowledge of UK trade policy, financial regulations, and international market dynamics.
• Proven experience in building partnerships with government, regulators, and industry leaders.
• Strong leadership skills with a track record of managing projects, budgets, and teams.
• Experience working in at least one of the Advanced Markets listed.
• Ability to develop and execute corporate strategies in trade and investment.
• Demonstrated experience in policy advocacy, stakeholder engagement, and international business development.

• Strong analytical and strategic thinking with the ability to assess complex market opportunities.
• Excellent communication and influencing skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to engage senior stakeholders.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver results in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and digital tools for reporting and project management.