Business Chamber Queensland is seeking a Senior International Trade Officer.

The role of the Senior International Trade Officer is to support the Manager, International Trade & Strategic Relationships with projects and initiatives to further grow the international trade portfolio, while providing daily Certificates of Origin issuing services, and the relevant FTAs and international trade advice to Queensland exporters as integral part of the international trade team. International trade expertise and industry experience are required for this role, so as reliability and ability to deliver within short timeframes.

About Us:

Business Chamber Queensland is the state’s leading business body. For 155 years we have represented businesses of every industry, every size and in every part of the state. We are an independent, not-for-profit organisation with a rich legacy of supporting Queensland businesses to thrive through meaningful products and services, innovative thinking, and powerful advocacy. We have our sights firmly set on the future and ensuring Queensland businesses can take advantage of the opportunities ahead in our state. At Business Chamber Queensland, we put business first and we know business matters.

The opportunity:

Reporting directly to the Manager, International Trade & Strategic Relationships and as a member of the International Team, you will provide export support, advice and documentation for Queensland businesses exporting their goods and services internationally.

Business Chamber Queensland is a JAS-ANZ accredited certification body, authorised to issue Certificates of Origin and is a Regional Certifying Body in locations across Queensland, strong attention to detail and a focus on process is required.

Key Responsibilities:

You will have the following skills and experience:

Advise clients accordingly in relation to the certification requirements of the various Free Trade Agreements Australia has with other countries

Advise clients with other export documentation matters relevant to international trade such as overseas customs procedures, tariff rates for products, and other export matters

Processing all export documentation as per international guidelines and standards

Assisting the International team with the ACCI & JAS-ANZ audits

Liaising with other areas of Business Chamber Queensland to assist and understand export documentation and international trade

Assist manager with project work including Free Trade Agreements (FTAs) training modules updates, conducting export and FTAs training with clients, international market research and analysis, trade policy matters, market surveys, export diagnostics for clients.

Participate at networking events when required

Reporting key data to the Manager as required

Using CRM to record client contact and generate invoices

Collaborate and communicate with other team members and head office staff

Other duties as requested by the Manager

Essentials:

Tertiary qualification(s) in International Business, and/or a related discipline and the relevant industry experience in international trade

Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, ambiguous and changing environment as well as the ability to work under pressure, prioritise and manage multiple tasks to meet deadlines

Excellent written and verbal communications skills

Ability to work as part of a team and helping others where needed to ensure proper documentation processing and excellent customer service.

Provide excellent customer service to support and grow our client base

What’s in it for you?

A generous salary package commensurate with your skills and experience. We offer

4 days in the office, Brisbane CBD location. 1 day work from home

Paid day birthday leave

Great career opportunity with lots of career development, mentoring and advancement

Being able to play a key role in driving strategies that allow the Chamber to deliver on its charter to support Queensland businesses to thrive and prosper, ensuring a positive impact on the community as we head to 2032 and beyond.

The opportunity to lead in an iconic, for-purpose organisation and make a real difference!

How to apply:

Please submit your application via Seek. Your application should include:

Resume; and

Cover letter demonstrating your suitability for the role and a statement describing your right to work in Australia.

To be considered for this opportunity, you must have the right to live and work in Australia to apply for this job.

For further information on this opportunity please contact Diana Gueorguieva Manager International Trade & Strategic Relationships - [email protected]

No agency applications will be considered.

Business Chamber Queensland is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive culture.