{"id":85392,"date":"2026-01-29T15:47:24","date_gmt":"2026-01-29T14:47:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/bccg.de\/?p=85392"},"modified":"2026-01-29T15:47:54","modified_gmt":"2026-01-29T14:47:54","slug":"job-posting-heads-of-strategic-industries-trade-investment-deu25-429-berlin-munich","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/bccg.de\/en\/job-posting-heads-of-strategic-industries-trade-investment-deu25-429-berlin-munich\/","title":{"rendered":"Job Posting &#8211; Heads of Strategic Industries (Trade &amp; Investment) (DEU25.429), Berlin, Munich"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-post\" data-elementor-id=\"85392\" class=\"elementor elementor-85392 elementor-85387\" data-elementor-post-type=\"post\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<section data-particle_enable=\"false\" data-particle-mobile-disabled=\"false\" class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-bfe8055 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"bfe8055\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-616564e\" data-id=\"616564e\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-9c3f068 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"9c3f068\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div><div id=\"form_field_21506_1\" class=\"form-group hform_field_label_pos_left htmltype-richtext mandatory type_richtext\" role=\"listitem\" data-field_id=\"21506\" data-instance=\"1\" data-item_id=\"14726\"><div id=\"form_field_value_21506_1\" class=\"col-sm-9 form_value item14726\"><div id=\"datafield_21506__1\" class=\"form-control-static\"><div id=\"form_label_15401_1\" class=\"form_row form_label hform_label\" tabindex=\"0\"><div id=\"_field_21506_1\" class=\"form-group hform_field_label_pos_left htmltype-richtext mandatory type_richtext\" role=\"listitem\" data-field_id=\"21506\" data-instance=\"1\" data-item_id=\"14726\"><div id=\"_field_value_21506_1\" class=\"col-sm-9 form_value item14726\"><div id=\"_datafield_21506__1\" class=\"form-control-static\"><div id=\"_field_21506_1\" class=\"form-group hform_field_label_pos_left htmltype-richtext mandatory type_richtext\" role=\"listitem\" data-field_id=\"21506\" data-instance=\"1\" data-item_id=\"14726\"><div id=\"_field_value_21506_1\" class=\"col-sm-9 form_value hform_value_view item14726\"><p>The British Government is an inclusive and diversity-friendly employer.\u00a0 We value difference, promote equality and challenge discrimination, enhancing our organisational capability. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We do not discriminate on the basis of disability, race, colour, ethnicity, gender identity, religion, sexual orientation, age, veteran status or other category protected by law. We promote family-friendly flexible working opportunities, where operational and security needs allow. The FCDO operates an agile workforce and to facilitate this, you may be required to undertake other duties from time to time, as we may reasonably require.<\/p><\/div><p>Do you enjoy working at the intersection of government, industry, and innovation\u2014whether in Financial\u00a0Services, Professional and Business Services, Clean Energy, or Life Sciences? Can you see the big picture, tackle complex challenges, and influence outcomes in fast-moving environments?<\/p><div><p>If so, we invite you to explore our senior leadership opportunities in Berlin and Munich with the UK\u2019s Department for Business &amp; Trade (DBT) in Germany.<\/p><p>To deliver the UK\u2019s recently announced modern\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/assets.publishing.service.gov.uk\/media\/69256e16367485ea116a56de\/industrial_strategy_policy_paper.pdf\">Industrial Strategy<\/a>\u00a0in Germany, we are recruiting\u00a0a number of new\u00a0roles\u00a0including\u00a0four senior positions -\u202f<strong>Heads of\u00a0Strategic Industries (Trade and Investment)\u202f<\/strong>&#8211; across our Clean Energy, Life Sciences, and Financial and Professional Business Services sectors, to shape, drive, and deliver sector specific\u00a0initiatives at the core of this plan.\u202f\u00a0<\/p><\/div><p><strong>Who are we?<\/strong><\/p><p>The Department for Business and Trade (DBT) is a ministerial department of the UK Government, and its number one objective is to promote growth. The DBT Germany team is one of the largest teams in the DBT Europe Region (around 230 staff) and works closely with colleagues across departments to accelerate economic growth by improving market access for business and boosting exports and investment. In Germany, DBT is made up of sector-focused teams, with cross-cutting support from PMO, the Strategic Communications Team, and the Trade Policy and Market Access team.\u202f\u00a0<\/p><p><em>The British Government is an inclusive and diversity-friendly employer. We value difference, promote equality and challenge discrimination, enhancing our organisational capability. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We do not discriminate on the basis of disability, race, colour, ethnicity, gender identity, religion, sexual orientation, age, veteran status or other category protected by law. We promote family-friendly flexible working opportunities, where operational and security needs allow. The FCDO operates an agile workforce and to facilitate this, you may be required to undertake other duties from time to time, as we may reasonably require.<\/em><\/p><p><strong>Main purpose of roles:<\/strong><\/p><p>The UK\u2019s Department for Business &amp; Trade (DBT) in Germany is recruiting four senior leaders to join our team, each with a focus on one of the following areas from the UK\u2019s Industrial Strategy.\u00a0<\/p><ol><li><strong>Head of Financial &amp; Professional Business Services Exports (PBS) &#8211;<\/strong>\u00a0<strong>(Berlin)<\/strong>\u202f- Lead the development and delivery of\u00a0FPBS for DBT in Germany, focusing on supporting UK commercial export opportunities and managing the International Markets team. Drive strategic initiatives, foster industry networks, and support UK SMEs in\u00a0high-volume\u00a0exporting services.\u202f\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>Head of Clean Energy Industries &#8211; Investment (Berlin)<\/strong>\u202f- Lead efforts to attract high-value clean energy investment into the UK, building investor pipelines and shaping strategy in renewables, hydrogen, grid, and storage.\u202f\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>Head of Clean Energy Industries &#8211; Trade (Berlin)\u202f<\/strong>&#8211; Drive UK clean energy exports to Germany, unlocking commercial opportunities, tackling market access barriers, and positioning UK capabilities with German buyers and utilities.\u00a0<\/li><li><strong>Head of Life Sciences (Berlin or Munich)\u202f<\/strong>&#8211; Lead UK-Germany trade and investment across pharmaceuticals, biotech, and MedTech, managing strategic accounts and building partnerships in one of Europe\u2019s most dynamic sectors.\u00a0<\/li><\/ol><p><strong>Why Join Us?<\/strong><\/p><ul><li>Be at the heart of the UK\u2019s economic growth strategy in Europe\u2019s largest economy.\u00a0<\/li><li>Shape the future of\u00a0financial, professional &amp; business services,\u00a0clean\u00a0energy\u00a0and life sciences,\u00a0some\u00a0of the UK\u2019s most important and innovative sectors.\u00a0<\/li><li>Work in a diverse, supportive, and high-performing team with opportunities for professional development, mentoring, and flexible working.\u00a0<\/li><li>Represent the UK at major industry events, build senior networks, and deliver real impact for UK businesses and the wider economy.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul><p><strong>What You\u2019ll Do? Across all four roles, you will:<\/strong><\/p><ul><li>Develop and implement targeted strategies for your sector.<\/li><li>Lead a small team (up to 2\u20134 staff), fostering high performance and collaboration, and supporting\u00a0staff\u00a0to adapt to change in a\u00a0rapidly evolving economic context.\u00a0<\/li><li>Conduct market analysis to identify trends, opportunities, and barriers.<\/li><li>Build and maintain strong networks with industry, government, and research partners in Germany and the UK.<\/li><li>Represent DBT and the UK Government at major conferences, trade fairs, and bilateral meetings.<\/li><li>Provide expert advice to UK businesses and investors, guiding them on market entry, partnership development, and long-term growth.<\/li><li>Identify and address market access and regulatory challenges, working with stakeholders to create the conditions for success.<\/li><li>Deliver high-quality reporting and briefings for senior audiences, including Ministers and senior officials.<\/li><\/ul><p><strong>What You\u2019ll Love About These Roles<\/strong><\/p><ul><li>Strategic influence:\u00a0Set direction and deliver measurable outcomes in high-profile sectors.<\/li><li>Leadership:\u00a0Manage\u00a0and develop small, high-performing teams\u00a0and play a leadership role across the DBT team and the UK government network in\u00a0Germany.<\/li><li>Variety:\u00a0Engage with senior stakeholders across government, industry, and research.<\/li><li>Challenge:\u00a0Tackle complex market access and regulatory issues in a fast-moving environment.<\/li><li>Impact:\u00a0See the results of your work in increased exports, investment, and innovation.<\/li><\/ul><p><strong>Our Ideal Candidate shows:\u00a0<\/strong><\/p><ul><li>Proficiency in English and German (both written and spoken, minimum of C1 level for CEFR framework*);<\/li><li>5+ years of professional work experience in fast paced operational and stakeholder focused environments;<\/li><li>Direct line management experience, supervising colleagues, setting priorities, and maintaining high quality delivery;<\/li><li>Highly entrepreneurial and proactive, spotting opportunities, designing solutions, and driving work forward without waiting for direction;<\/li><li>Strong problem solving mindset, able to break down complex challenges, create practical fixes, and sustain momentum through ambiguity;<\/li><li>Exceptionally strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build rapport quickly, influence decisions, and represent the organisation confidently;<\/li><li>Adaptable and commercially aware, comfortable navigating change and guiding others through shifting priorities.\u00a0<\/li><\/ul><p><strong>Nice to have:\u00a0<\/strong><\/p><ul><li>Knowledge of or previous experience in either Life Sciences, Clean Energy, Financial or Professional Business Services, Fintech\/Technology or life sciences and\/or the UK business landscape;<\/li><li>Knowledge of or previous experience in trade or economic policy-making;<\/li><li>Experience working with companies in Germany.<\/li><\/ul><\/div><div id=\"_field_21506_1\" class=\"form-group hform_field_label_pos_left htmltype-richtext mandatory type_richtext\" role=\"listitem\" data-field_id=\"21506\" data-instance=\"1\" data-item_id=\"14726\"><div id=\"_field_value_21506_1\" class=\"col-sm-9 form_value hform_value_view item14726\"><p><strong><span style=\"text-align: justify;\">For further details on this vacancy and information on how to apply, please follow the <a href=\"https:\/\/fco.tal.net\/vx\/appcentre-ext\/brand-2\/spa-1\/candidate\/so\/pm\/4\/pl\/1\/opp\/26198-Heads-of-Strategic-Industries-Trade-Investment-DEU25-429\/en-GB\">link<\/a>.<\/span><\/strong><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div>Location (City): <strong>Berlin, Munich<\/strong><\/div><div><div>Application deadline:<strong> 8 February 2026<\/strong><\/div><div>Type of Position:<strong> Full-time, Fixed term, with possibility of renewal<\/strong><\/div><div>Start date: <strong>1 April 2026<\/strong><\/div><div>\u00a0<\/div><div><em><strong>Please be aware that you will only be able to apply to vacancies for Country Based Staff roles with the British Government through the official tal.net site (link below).<\/strong><\/em><\/div><\/div>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The British Government is an inclusive and diversity-friendly employer.\u00a0 We value difference, promote equality and challenge discrimination, enhancing our organisational capability. 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