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Trade Commissioner - San Francisco

This role is based in San Francisco, United States


Who are we:

New Zealand Trade and Enterprise (NZTE) is the government agency charged with helping New Zealand businesses to grow internationally. By supporting New Zealand businesses, we boost New Zealand's economy and reputation and help to share what's special about New Zealand with the rest of the world.   

 

What you’ll be doing: 

NZTE works with some of New Zealand's most forward-thinking companies, helping them grow internationally bigger, better, faster. We are looking for our next Trade Commissioner based in San Francisco to drive winning strategies for New Zealand companies within the North America region. 

 

Our Trade Commissioner manages a team that works with customers in San Francisco, Denver and across the U.S. to seek even larger opportunities.  Promoting New Zealand's commercial interests and supporting New Zealand companies to access and develop business opportunities is integral to the role.  You'll be part of the North America Leadership team, implementing NZTE's strategic goals across the region. 

 

What you’ll need to be successful:

We’re seeking a confident, commercially savvy leader to elevate our team and NZ companies. You’ll excel at leading a geographically dispersed team, boosting their capabilities and performance to new heights. With your mana, credibility, and presence, you’ll effortlessly connect with business networks and offshore NZ government organizations, in support of NZ Inc. 

 

The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in coaching high-performing teams and delivering outstanding results in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. You must excel in navigating ambiguity, be a strategic thinker with a keen eye for detail and execute flawlessly. As an excellent public speaker and confident communicator, you will understand and navigate the needs of diverse audiences. Commercial expertise with an international focus is essential.   

 

Tell us how and why you will help New Zealand businesses continue to forge their paths in North America and support key in-market sectors, particularly Tech and Health Tech companies, with an intensive customer-focused approach.   


Please note:  

- The expected start date for induction into this position is to be agreed but indicatively July 2025 and the post is for a minimum of three years.

- This is an official representative role, and the preferred candidate will be subject to several vetting processes and clearances across New Zealand (which will require New Zealand citizenship) and the US and will also include a medical. 

 

What's next:

Have a read of the Position Description and apply with a CV and cover letter outlining both your interest and suitability for the role.

 

Applications close Sunday 6 April at 11.59pm (NZST). 


Please use this self-check tool below to find out if you might be eligible to apply for a national security clearance: Eligibility self-check tool | Protective Security Requirements

Please note: The results are a guide only. If eligible, the official vetting process will still need to be completed. If you're not eligible, the factors that may contribute to this result will be provided.


 

We believe New Zealand is good for the World.  New Zealand Trade and Enterprise (NZTE) is an equal opportunity employer.  At NZTE it is all about our people and we seek diversity of though; we welcome and encourage you to apply regardless of ethnicity, gender, religion, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, neurodiversity or disability.  If we need to make specific accommodations in any part of the interview process, please note this in your application or discuss with the Talent Acquisition team.



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Our purpose is to grow companies internationally – bigger, better, faster – for the benefit of New Zealand. NZTE currently works with around 4,000 New Zealand businesses, and focuses intensively on around 700 of these customers. We also work al...

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