Senior Trade and Investment Manager

Help Build the Future of Western Australia on the International Stage. Join a department that’s powering WA’s energy transition and building a bold, diverse economy for generations to come. At the Department of Energy and Economic Diversification (DEED), your work will help drive innovation, support local businesses, and position WA on the global stage. If you're ready to make a real impact - this is where your next chapter begins.

About the Role

• Tenure: 2-year fixed term full-time.
• Location – London, UK.

This role acts as the Western Australian Government’s ‘front door’ to assist investors and businesses wanting to engage with the State’s world-leading industries, while also providing support to local business to reach their export potential. Through its Perth Hub and extensive network of international offices, Invest and Trade Western Australia undertakes strategic engagement with government and industry stakeholders to attract investment and promote trade opportunities for Western Australian business to support the State’s economic development and diversification priorities.

We are seeking a motivated professional to play a pivotal role in strengthening economic ties between the United Kingdom (UK), Europe and Western Australia. As the Senior Trade and Investment Manager, you will be instrumental in attracting investment from the UK and Europe to Western Australia and promoting trade opportunities for Western Australian business. Working under the direction of the Director Business Development, you will develop and deliver trade and investment strategies that drive measurable strategic, operational and investment outcomes for the State.

In this role, you will drive the development and delivery of targeted engagement plans and campaigns, including organising and supporting Ministerial missions, conferences, exhibitions and business events in the United Kingdom and Europe.

To be eligible for this position, candidates must be legally authorised to live and work in the United Kingdom at the time of appointment. Relocation support and visa sponsorship are not available for this position.

How to apply

To apply, click ‘Apply for Job’ at top or bottom of this page and follow the prompts. Please submit the following:

• A covering letter (two pages maximum) demonstrating your skills and experience in relation to the requirements outlined in the Job Description Form.
• A current CV detailing your skills, work history and key achievements.
• Please include contact details of two referees – ideally including your current or most recent line manager.

Interested in more information? For information regarding these positions, you are encouraged to contact Rebecca Tomkinson, Agent General via email. To learn more about what we do and how to prepare your application, please refer to the Applicant Information Pack.

Supporting diversity and inclusion

As an equal opportunity employer, the department is committed to building an inclusive and diverse workplace and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. If you have any communication or access needs and require adjustments to take part in the application process, please contact our Talent Team. We are committed to providing a fair and supportive recruitment experience for everyone.

Additional job information

Applications must be submitted prior to the closing date and time specified in the job advertisement. Late submissions will not be accepted. Applicants deemed suitable may be considered for appointment to similar roles within the department for up to 12 months following the completion of this recruitment process.

Closing Date: Your application must be submitted online prior to the closing date and time – 4:00 PM on Monday 6 July 2026 (AWST). Your application must be submitted online.

To avoid any last-minute system issues, we recommend submitting your application well ahead of the closing time.