Job Description

Location

Manchester

Company

Business Support Business Finance (BSBF)

Contract type

Fixed term/ Full- time

Salary

Up to 32,032 per annum

Closing Date

04/08/2025

Ref No

4732





The Growth Company is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity for a highly organised and motivated International Trade Services Events and Project Facilitator to join our Greater Manchester International Trade Service, part of the Greater Manchester Business Growth Hub (GMBGH).



In this pivotal role, you will support the delivery of international trade activities designed to help Greater Manchester's start-ups and established businesses expand into global markets.



You will be responsible for providing administrative, logistical, financial, and event support to the International Trade Services team, including the day-to-day coordination of the GM Global Growth Partnership Hub. Your work will ensure the successful planning and delivery of international workshops, trade events, and inbound delegations that connect local businesses with global opportunities.

The contract is offered on a temporary basis until 31st March 2026.

Key Responsibilities:

Manage a portfolio of internationally themed workshops, events, and inbound delegations, ensuring timely delivery and alignment with stakeholder expectations. Oversee the day-to-day operations of the GM Global Partnership Hub, including room bookings, logistics, and on-site coordination. Coordinate the GM Business Growth Hub's international events and missions' calendar, collaborating closely with partners across the GM Enhanced Trade Partnership. Support the Head of International Trade Services and wider team in arranging overseas missions, meetings, and international trade events. Liaise proactively with key stakeholders to support event planning, content development, scheduling, and promotional activity. Ensure seamless event management, including managing registrations, handling all event enquiries, performing eligibility checks, and maintaining GDPR compliance for data sharing. Collect and report on event performance data in line with contractual and funding requirements, preparing regular reports for managers, boards, and external partners. Carry out financial administration related to events, including raising purchase orders, processing invoices, and reconciling costs in line with internal processes.

About You:

You have a keen interest in international trade and a solid understanding of the opportunities and challenges within the sector. High level of knowledge and understanding in contract management practice, and compliance, particularly concerning National Government and Local Authority funding. Self-motivated and results-driven, you take personal responsibility for your work and proactively seek solutions when challenges arise.

Skills & Experience Required:

Able to integrate data and CRM systems to produce performance management data. Logical eye for detail and ability to manage own time and to work unsupervised. Working with a variety of key stakeholders, with varying requirements/requests. Organising/coordinating international trade delegations and managing a portfolio of workshops/events. Delivering projects of work to meet defined targets and competing priorities. Tracking and producing performance management data.
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.



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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
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