International Markets Manager
| Dyddiad hysbysebu: | 03 Rhagfyr 2025 |
|---|---|
| Oriau: | Llawn Amser |
| Dyddiad cau: | 08 Rhagfyr 2025 |
| Lleoliad: | M15JW |
| Gweithio o bell: | Hybrid - gweithio o bell hyd at 2 ddiwrnod yr wythnos |
| Cwmni: | The Growth Company |
| Math o swydd: | Parhaol |
| Cyfeirnod swydd: | 4930 |
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MIDAS is seeking a dynamic International Markets Manager to support its inward investment strategy across India and other key global markets. This role will manage the Manchester India Partnership and lead international activities, strengthen stakeholder relationships, and promote Greater Manchester’s proposition worldwide in key global markets. Working closely with GMCA, DBT, the Growth Company, and regional and international partners, the manager will play a pivotal role in delivering the Greater Manchester International Strategy.
Key Responsibilities:
Manage the GM-India relationships and activities and be the first point of contact for the Manchester India Partnership.
Support delivery of GM-India strategies across civic, trade, investment, academia, culture, visitor economy, and connectivity.
Build and manage relationships with key partners in India and key global markets, GMCA, DBT, Growth Company, and trade organisations.
Plan and coordinate in-market activities, outbound missions, and inward delegations with tailored programmes and presentations for China and key global markets.
Collaborate with the marketing team on social media, campaigns, and collateral to promote GM-India strategy and opportunities.
Monitor, track, and report stakeholder engagements and activities using CRM, ensuring accurate records.
Provide administrative and financial support, maintaining budgets and reporting requirements.
Represent MIDAS at regional, UK, and international events, driving stakeholder engagement and inward investment opportunities.
Experience:
Proven ability to build and sustain constructive partnerships with diverse internal and external stakeholders.
Demonstrated success in delivering complex, multi-stakeholder programmes and achieving measurable outcomes.
Experience working in international business environments, both within the UK and overseas.
Strong project management expertise with a track record of effective delivery.
Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder engagement skills across all levels.
Advanced organisational and analytical capabilities, with clear and concise report writing skills.
Ability to manage high workloads, balance priorities, and consistently meet objectives while collaborating effectively in teams.
Proficiency in data handling, IT systems, and leveraging technology to support business goals.
About You:
Knowledge and understanding of international issues, with emphasis on trade and investment agendas.
Awareness of Greater Manchester’s social, economic, and political landscape.
Familiarity with UK government international strategy (desirable).
Fluency in Hindi (desirable).
Ambitious, resilient, and focused, with a tenacious approach to achieving goals.
Proactive self-starter, capable of delivering under tight deadlines.
Flexible and adaptable, able to manage multiple priorities effectively.
At GC, safeguarding the welfare of all individuals including vulnerable adults and young people is a top priority, and we expect all staff to uphold this standard. All appointments follow Safer Recruitment Procedures, including a DBS check carried out by Due Diligence Limited (DDC Ltd), at no cost to the successful candidate.
Please note: It is a legal offence to apply for a role involving regulated activity if you are on the Barred List.
We are committed to increasing workforce diversity and offer a guaranteed interview to applicants who meet the essential criteria and either have a disability or are from a diverse ethnic community.
If this applies to you, you can request consideration under this scheme during the application process. Your request will be shared only with the Hiring Manager and Internal Recruitment Team.
We also aim to make our recruitment process inclusive and accessible. If you need reasonable adjustments or have any general enquiries at any stage or the recruitment process, please contact careers@growthco.uk or call us on 0161 237 4447.
Examples include:
Meeting the hiring manager or touring the venue in advance
Extra time for tasks
Interview questions shared beforehand
Accessibility software or equipment for assessments
We’re proud to support the Ban the Box campaign, which helps people with convictions access job opportunities. As part of this, we’ve removed questions about convictions from the initial application stage.
GC is committed to fostering a culture of flexibility and agile working. Many roles will increasingly support full agile arrangements. If you require more permanent flexibility, we encourage you to discuss this during your interview so your request can be considered early in the process.
All GC colleagues will work inline with the Health & Safety at work act and the GC Health & Safety Policy.
Key Responsibilities:
Manage the GM-India relationships and activities and be the first point of contact for the Manchester India Partnership.
Support delivery of GM-India strategies across civic, trade, investment, academia, culture, visitor economy, and connectivity.
Build and manage relationships with key partners in India and key global markets, GMCA, DBT, Growth Company, and trade organisations.
Plan and coordinate in-market activities, outbound missions, and inward delegations with tailored programmes and presentations for China and key global markets.
Collaborate with the marketing team on social media, campaigns, and collateral to promote GM-India strategy and opportunities.
Monitor, track, and report stakeholder engagements and activities using CRM, ensuring accurate records.
Provide administrative and financial support, maintaining budgets and reporting requirements.
Represent MIDAS at regional, UK, and international events, driving stakeholder engagement and inward investment opportunities.
Experience:
Proven ability to build and sustain constructive partnerships with diverse internal and external stakeholders.
Demonstrated success in delivering complex, multi-stakeholder programmes and achieving measurable outcomes.
Experience working in international business environments, both within the UK and overseas.
Strong project management expertise with a track record of effective delivery.
Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder engagement skills across all levels.
Advanced organisational and analytical capabilities, with clear and concise report writing skills.
Ability to manage high workloads, balance priorities, and consistently meet objectives while collaborating effectively in teams.
Proficiency in data handling, IT systems, and leveraging technology to support business goals.
About You:
Knowledge and understanding of international issues, with emphasis on trade and investment agendas.
Awareness of Greater Manchester’s social, economic, and political landscape.
Familiarity with UK government international strategy (desirable).
Fluency in Hindi (desirable).
Ambitious, resilient, and focused, with a tenacious approach to achieving goals.
Proactive self-starter, capable of delivering under tight deadlines.
Flexible and adaptable, able to manage multiple priorities effectively.
At GC, safeguarding the welfare of all individuals including vulnerable adults and young people is a top priority, and we expect all staff to uphold this standard. All appointments follow Safer Recruitment Procedures, including a DBS check carried out by Due Diligence Limited (DDC Ltd), at no cost to the successful candidate.
Please note: It is a legal offence to apply for a role involving regulated activity if you are on the Barred List.
We are committed to increasing workforce diversity and offer a guaranteed interview to applicants who meet the essential criteria and either have a disability or are from a diverse ethnic community.
If this applies to you, you can request consideration under this scheme during the application process. Your request will be shared only with the Hiring Manager and Internal Recruitment Team.
We also aim to make our recruitment process inclusive and accessible. If you need reasonable adjustments or have any general enquiries at any stage or the recruitment process, please contact careers@growthco.uk or call us on 0161 237 4447.
Examples include:
Meeting the hiring manager or touring the venue in advance
Extra time for tasks
Interview questions shared beforehand
Accessibility software or equipment for assessments
We’re proud to support the Ban the Box campaign, which helps people with convictions access job opportunities. As part of this, we’ve removed questions about convictions from the initial application stage.
GC is committed to fostering a culture of flexibility and agile working. Many roles will increasingly support full agile arrangements. If you require more permanent flexibility, we encourage you to discuss this during your interview so your request can be considered early in the process.
All GC colleagues will work inline with the Health & Safety at work act and the GC Health & Safety Policy.