Senior Trade & Economic Relations Lead, ACA & Americas

Ministry of Energy, Trade and Industry, Singapore; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Ministry of Energy, Trade and Industry (METI) invites applications to join the Americas and Central Asia (ACA) Division in Singapore. You will contribute to Singapore's economic engagement with diverse markets, helping shape policy and promote Singapore companies abroad.

You will work on trade diplomacy, negotiations, policy analysis and cross-ministerial coordination, requiring strong analytical writing, cross-cultural communication, and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Analytical, writing, and communication skills to present clear policy recommendations.
• Strong planning and organisational abilities with attention to detail.
• Ability to engage with stakeholders across cultures and sectors.

Responsibilities

• Support trade diplomacy activities with visits, meetings, and negotiations.
• Prepare and execute communications to convey policy positions.
• Network with foreign government and business counterparts.
• Coordinate across ministries and industry for economic interests.

Skills

Analytical skills

Writing skills

Communication

Cross-cultural comms

Planning & Organisation

Teamwork

Education

Background in Economics or Political Science or International Relations

Job description

The Ministry of Energy, Trade and Industry (METI) invites applications to join the Americas and Central Asia (ACA) Division in Singapore. You will contribute to Singapore's economic engagement with diverse markets, helping shape policy and promote Singapore companies abroad.

You will work on trade diplomacy, negotiations, policy analysis and cross-ministerial coordination, requiring strong analytical writing, cross-cultural communication, and teamwork.