(Senior) Development Partner, Metals & Minerals

ESG Enterprise Singapore; Singapore; On-site; SGD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

ESG Enterprise Singapore's Trade Division leads Singapore's growth as a global trading hub, with the Metals & Minerals team identifying opportunities and attracting international producers and traders to Singapore. You will help anchor regional operations and expand high-value functions such as procurement, supply chain management and investment activities.

You will monitor markets, develop strategies to enhance competitiveness, and collaborate with government agencies, industry bodies and

Qualifications

• Background in Business, Economics, Finance, International Trade or related discipline.
• 3–5 years in business development, account management, international trade or industry development.
• Strong analytical and strategic thinking.
• Excellent interpersonal and stakeholder management skills.
• Able to work independently and collaboratively.
• Knowledge of metals and minerals trading is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Business development and account management: Engage global metals and minerals players to attract investments and expand Singapore-based activities.
• Industry development and strategy: Monitor markets and identify growth opportunities to strengthen Singapore as a global trading hub.
• Critical minerals and emerging opportunities: Identify opportunities from energy transition and advanced manufacturing for new trading activities.
• Stakeholder engagement and partnerships: Collaborate with government agencies, industry bodies and private partners to strengthen the trading ecosystem.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Strategic thinking

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Independence & collaboration

Metals & minerals industry knowledge

International trade interest

Education

Business, Economics, Finance, International Trade or related discipline

Job description

What the role is

Enterprise Singapore's Trade Division drives Singapore's growth as a leading global trading hub. Under the Trade 2030 strategy, part of Singapore's Economy 2030 vision, we aim to deepen and widen trade by strengthening Singapore's position as a global trading centre, attracting international trading companies, expanding the range of commodities traded, and anchoring higher-value business activities and strategic functions in Singapore. As part of the Metals & Minerals team, you will contribute to strengthening Singapore's position as a leading international hub for metals and minerals trading, while identifying new growth opportunities arising from evolving global supply chains, industrial transformation and the growing strategic importance of critical minerals.

What you will be working on

• Business development and account management: Engage global metals and minerals producers, traders and other industry players to attract new investments, anchor trading operations and expand their business activities in Singapore. Work with existing companies to deepen their presence and establish higher-value functions, including regional headquarters, procurement, supply chain management and investment activities.
• Industry development and strategy: Monitor global metals and minerals markets, industry developments and emerging trends to identify growth opportunities for Singapore. Develop and implement strategies to strengthen Singapore's competitiveness as a global trading hub.
• Critical minerals and emerging opportunities: Identify opportunities arising from the energy transition, advanced manufacturing and growing demand for critical minerals. Support initiatives to develop new trading activities, strengthen supply chain resilience and facilitate partnerships across regional and global minerals value chains.
• Stakeholder engagement and partnerships: Collaborate with government agencies, industry associations, international organisations and private-sector partners to strengthen Singapore's trading ecosystem, address industry challenges and advance international trade cooperation.

You should have a background in Business, Economics, Finance, International Trade or a related discipline, preferably with at least 3-5 years of relevant working experience in business development, account management, international trade or industry development.

What we are looking for

• Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills, with the ability to assess market trends, identify business opportunities and formulate actionable recommendations.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to engage senior business executives and work across diverse organisations.
• A proactive, resourceful and results-oriented mindset, with an interest in developing Singapore's international trade sector.
• The ability to work independently and collaboratively in a dynamic, international business environment.
• Knowledge of, or prior experience in, metals and minerals trading, commodity markets, supply chains or critical minerals would be an advantage.
• Candidates with relevant experience in other industries and a keen interest in international trade are also welcome to apply.

How We Work Together

We value individuals who work well with others, communicate clearly, take ownership of their work, and are open to learning and improvement. You should be comfortable navigating change and contributing positively to a collaborative team environment.

The Singapore Public Service plays a key role in the economic growth, progress and stability of Singapore by formulating and implementing government policies, as well as providing key public services. Whether you are a fresh graduate joining the workforce or an experienced professional, the Singapore Public Service offers a great variety of job opportunities for you. The work in the Public Service can be broadly categorised into the following sectors: Economic, Social, Security & External Relations, and Administration & Corporate Development. Be part of the team that shapes the future of Singapore.