JOB OPPORTUNITY
In support of the Irish Government’s jobs strategy and in particular the Department of Jobs,
Enterprise and Innovation Action Plan for Jobs (2014), IDA has launched an exciting and
innovative new programme entitled ‘Winning Abroad’. This investment programme, will
be run over a full 3 year period commencing in 2014, with an overarching target of winning
new investments and an additional 10,000 jobs for Ireland, from traditional industries and
markets in addition to newer or emerging markets and sectors.
To enable the delivery of these 10,000 additional jobs over the period, IDA has been given
approval by the Irish Government to recruit 35 additional resources globally, on fixed term
contracts for a period of three years.
As part of this recruitment drive, IDA is now seeking to recruit a Marketing Executive, on
a fixed term contract, based in our Mountain View office for a three year period.
If you do not currently have a work permit for the United States, valid for 3 years from start of
employment with IDA please do not apply as we are unable to attain a visa on your behalf for
this role.
JOB TITLE:
BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT EXECUTIVE
LOCATION:
INTERNATIONAL FINANCIAL SERVICES – (MOUNTAIN VIEW, USA)
AD NUMBER:
WA012
JOB PURPOSE
The purpose of the role is to win investment from international financial services firms based in the
territory overseen by our USA West Coast offices (Mountain View and Irvine).
KEY TASKS:
The role, in line with the strategic objectives set out in IDA Ireland’s Winning Abroad initiative,
involves:-
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Winning investments from international financial services firms based in the relevant
territories;
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Identifying and developing investment opportunities from existing clients and target
companies operating across Banking, Asset Management, Insurance, Investment
Funds, Private Equity and Aircraft Leasing etc;
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To raise IDA’s profile in the relevant target markets
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To work with companies with potential to invest or reinvest in Ireland and to build a
strong pipeline of investments from the territory, converting them into investment
approvals while working closely with the global team in pursuit of the Division’s
business targets;
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To engage with and influence C-level Executives in companies and identify job creating
opportunities for Ireland. The ability to sell client centered solutions based on
highlighting the fit between the client’s needs and Ireland’s offering;
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To demonstrate knowledge of and to fluently articulate Ireland’s value proposition for
International Financial Services;
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In conjunction with the relevant global team in Ireland, to actively engage with and
contribute to the Client Development Process (CDP) creating new, or developing
existing business opportunities for the purpose of creating long term sustained
employment;
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To actively develop and manage high value industry networking opportunities across
the territory in order to secure investments;
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To contribute to the organisation and execution of Irish Government/Ministerial visits
and other marketing programmes as appropriate;
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To capture and share relevant market place and sectoral intelligence with the global
team;
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To operate as part of a cohesive team in the office, the territory and across the globe;
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To ensure dignity, respect and equality are applied in all interactions with people both
internally and externally;
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To commit to continuous learning and development of self and to share knowledge
with colleagues through utilisation of the CRM system
KEY COMPETENCIES REQUIRED:
Sales and Marketing
Client Focused Relationship Building
Negotiation and Influencing
Communications and Personal Effectiveness
Knowledge of the Business
Networking
ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS:
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Work permit for the United States, valid for 3 years from start of employment with IDA;
5 Years+ International Business Development and Relationship Management
Experience
Experience of working with Senior C-Suite executives in Global Multinational
Corporations
Strong Business Development, Relationship Management, Financial and Analytical
Capability
Drive, Motivation and Enthusiasm to win investments for Ireland
Full driving licence is essential.