Be part of the Department for Business, Innovation, Science and Trade’s (BIST) mission to drive more trade and investment between North America and the UK. With a mature, high-spending consumer market and an open, liberal economy, world-class talent and a business-friendly regulatory environment, the UK is the leading destination for foreign investment in Europe, the second highest investment destination in the world, and the world’s sixth largest exporter and the second largest services exporter.

We employ over 130 people across North America, all dedicated to increasing economic growth to ensure businesses thrive, markets are competitive, and consumers are protected. We seek talented team members with the passion and drive to help us in our mission to build a global appetite for British goods and services; drive investment; negotiate trade deals and open markets; and promote free trade, economic security and resilient supply chains (see https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/department-for-business-innovation-science-and-trade).

Based at the British Consulate General in Montreal, the Senior Trade and Investment Officer will proactively identify market-ready companies in Quebec and Eastern Canada who are seeking investment and expansion opportunities in the United Kingdom. The primary sectors that the Senior Trade & Investment Officer will cover include (but not limited to) are advanced manufacturing, vehicle supply chains, commercial space, critical minerals/mining and technology. In addition, the Senior Trade & Investment Officer will also work closely with local business and government counterparts to identify export opportunities for UK suppliers.

There will be a line managing responsibility of one Investment Officer. You will also be a valued contributor to the Montreal based regional team and work closely with colleagues based around the US and UK.

Roles and responsibilities

- Provide a comprehensive account management service to key Canadian prospects in the aforementioned sectors looking to set up operations in the UK; and support Canadian companies already active in the UK market to grow their footprint.
- Successfully build and manage a pipeline of knowledge-driven projects that have the potential to bring high-value jobs and R&D; to the UK.
- Assist high-growth and cutting-edge Canadian small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and established businesses to understand and access UK markets. In addition, the senior officer role will work with the economic and trade policy team to assist both established Canadian companies in the UK and British companies with existing operations in Canada, to address concerns around trade policy or market access barriers.
- Support positive relationships with Canadian and UK business leaders, and regional trade associations.
- Develop and implement high impact, targeted marketing programs,



inward missions and events in conjunction with stakeholder partners to build our brand awareness, promote key messaging, and showcase UK competitiveness.
- Keep pace with market trends and incentives across Canada and the UK to identify commercial opportunities and provide informed advice to clients and stakeholders.
- Work with internal and external stakeholders to deliver high-impact programming, including developing and hosting round tables, seminars and trade missions, and contributing to VIP visit programs.
- Support cross-team projects to advance UK economic and trade policy goals.
- Other duties as assigned.

Resources managed (staff and expenditure)

- Line management of one Investment Officer.
- Manage events and program budgets.

Essential qualifications, skills and experience

- Demonstrated experience in a professional and client focused environment with relevant public and/or private sector, economic or business development capacity.
- Thorough knowledge of current market trends and business ecosystems within one or more of the following sectors: advanced manufacturing, vehicle supply chains, commercial space, critical minerals/mining and/or technology across Quebec, Eastern Canada and preferably the UK.
- Excellent senior stakeholder engagement and relationship management skills, with the ability to build and maintain effective partnerships across business, government, and industry.
- Excellent interpersonal and networking skills.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to communicate and present complex information clearly and persuasively to a variety of audiences.
- Strong management and collaboration skills, with the ability to work independently and as part of a wider team to deliver results.
- Effective organizational and time management skills and meticulous attention to detail.
- Strong market research and analytical skills, with the ability to identify opportunities and use insights to inform decision-making and approach.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities, projects, and deadlines effectively.
- An understanding of the UK's investment proposition and business environment is preferred.
- Proficiency in Office 365 and Microsoft Teams is essential.
- Must be able to attend events outside of office hours and undertake travel in Canada and internationally up to 20% of your time.
- Fluency in written and spoken English and French.
- Legal status to live and work in Canada.

Desirable qualifications, skills and experience

- Knowledge of the UK investment and business environment.
- Knowledge of the UK-Canada bilateral business relationship.




- B2B sales and/or marketing experience.
- Experience in a supervisory or people management role.
- Project/portfolio/budget management experience or qualification.
- Experience planning and delivering stakeholder events, trade missions, or VIP visits.
- Experience working in an international, multinational, or cross-cultural environment.
- Experience developing and managing a pipeline of commercial opportunities, clients, or investment prospects, and delivering measurable outcomes.

Other benefits and conditions of employment

Applicants must have the legal status to live and work in Canada.

Appointable candidates who were unsuccessful may be placed on a ‘reserve list’. If during the reserve period of 6 months the same or a largely similar role becomes available, that role may be offered to the second or subsequent candidate.

Please note, the salary is non-negotiable.

The British Embassy Network offers a strong benefits package. This package includes generous vacation and leave time, adaptable working patterns, and enriching learning and development opportunities.

The British High Commission and its Canada Network is committed to all employee’s ongoing learning and development needs. We offer a comprehensive platform for personalised learning for everything from soft skill development (communicating with impact, handling difficult conversations, time management) to more technical or professional skills necessary to complete your job (software training, formal qualifications, etc.).

Working patterns

This role is full-time at 37.5 hours a week, Monday to Friday.

The British High Commission and its Canada Network of Consulates embraces hybrid working. Adaptable working options available upon approval of line manager. The British Consulate’s current policy asks staff to work in the office 60% of time, with the remainder available to work from home. We are an organization that also recognises the critical value of teamwork, and we embrace and endorse collaboration by ensuring that all staff attend the office flexibly yet regularly.

Please note that this role requires occasional out-of-hours work and regular domestic and international travel (up to 20% of working time).

The deadline for applications is 23:55 (Local Time) on 25 October 2026.

Job Category/Subcategory

DBIST (Department for Business, Innovation, Science and Trade)

Required behaviours

Communicating and Influencing, Delivering at Pace, Managing a Quality Service, Seeing the Big Picture, Working Together

Grade

Higher Executive Officer (HEO)

Type of Position

Full-time, Permanent

Working hours per week

37.5

Region

Americas, Caribbean & Overseas Territories

Country/Territory

Canada

Location (City)

Montreal

Type of Post

British Consulate General

Number of vacancies

1

Salary

CAD $8,347.58 monthly/CAD $100,170.89 annual

Start Date

14 December 2026

📌 Senior Trade and Investment Officer (Montreal)
🏢 Department for Business, Innovation, Science and Trade
📍 Montreal