Does China excite and intrigue you? Are you keen to get to grips with the world's largest emerging market? Are you hungry for fresh challenge and more responsibility in a hugely rewarding role?
If you have a proven track record in business development, sales and marketing, this brand new Executive Director role at the China-Britain Business Council (CBBC) could be just what you're looking for.
We are seeking a talented, bold and creative individual to join our very special team at the UK's leading organisation promoting business with China. You will be working alongside dedicated professionals who are among the best in their field. You will report direct to the Chief Executive.
Working with Britain's leading brands as well as Newer businesses tackling China for the first time, you will have every opportunity to demonstrate what you're capable of. We will test you to the limits but also allow you wide scope to grow your skills and to develop your own initiatives.
The China-Britain Business Council is seeking a commercially astute Executive Director for Business Development to join its senior leadership team in this newly created role. You will be responsible for developing new business propositions, for leading organisation strategy on sponsorship, and for embedding skills in sales, marketing and business communication across the organisation.
Additional Salary Info: Excellent pension, 30 days annual leave, death-in-service
Executive Director | China | Sales | Marketing | Commercial | Business Development | Trade | Industry | Sponsorship | Business Acumen
Essential Requirements:
* Proven ability to develop and deliver stretching business goals
* Skill in inspiring and coaching colleagues to success in sales
* Outstanding communication and networking skills
* experience in raising sponsorship and developing compelling sponsorship packages
* Demonstrable commercial acumen, including drafting and approving contracts
* Computer literate and able to use customer relationship management databases
* Previous experience of China and knowledge of Chinese language an advantage but not essential
About Our Company:
The China-Britain Business Council is a not-for-profit business which helps UK companies in every sector to grow and develop their business with China, via our network of 15 locations in China and 11 in the UK. We deliver a range of practical services, including advice and consultancy, market research, event management, trade missions and exhibitions, and incorporation.
Through more than 60 years of engagement, we have built up exceptional connections with government and business across China. We deliver services for the UK Government, including the Department for International Trade, the Foreign and Commonwealth Office and HM Treasury. We also work in partnership with the Devolved Administrations and local government authorities.
The China-Britain Business Council embraces diversity and flexible working. We warmly welcome applications from all qualified applicants.