Senior Trade & Investment Promotion Lead (12-Month)

Embassy of Switzerland; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A diplomatic mission in Singapore is seeking a Trade and Investment Promotion Officer to support Swiss and Liechtenstein companies entering the Singaporean market. The role includes market intelligence gathering, administrative support for the Swiss Business Hub, and strategic promotion of Swiss exports. A higher education in relevant fields and 5-10 years of trade or export promotion experience are required. Proficiency in English and German, along with local market knowledge, is essential for success in this temporary position.

Qualifications

• Higher education in economy, foreign trade and/or international business or equivalent work experience.
• 5-10 years professional experience in trade and investment promotion.
• Strong knowledge of Singaporean and Swiss markets.

Responsibilities

• Implement strategies for Export Promotion and promote investments into Switzerland.
• Represent the Swiss Business Hub SEA+P to promote Swiss exports.
• Gather market intelligence for Swiss and Liechtenstein companies.

Skills

Trade and investment promotion

Networking

Market intelligence

Interpersonal skills

Multicultural adaptability

Bilingual proficiency (English, German)

IT reporting tools

Education

Higher education in economy, foreign trade or international business

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

A diplomatic mission in Singapore is seeking a Trade and Investment Promotion Officer to support Swiss and Liechtenstein companies entering the Singaporean market. The role includes market intelligence gathering, administrative support for the Swiss Business Hub, and strategic promotion of Swiss exports. A higher education in relevant fields and 5-10 years of trade or export promotion experience are required. Proficiency in English and German, along with local market knowledge, is essential for success in this temporary position.