Regional Director, UK/Europe

CompanyOffice of the Agent General of South Australia

LocationLondon Area, United Kingdom

Posted At11/13/2025

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Business, research and administrative professionals not elsewhere classified.

Occupation Code Skill LevelHigher Skilled

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£56,600 (£29.03 per hour)

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Description

REGIONAL DIRECTOR, UK/EUROPE (London)

Government of South Australia

Senior Executive position for South Australia covering the United Kingdom and Europe, based in London
Make a genuine contribution to South Australia’s economic growth through trade and investment facilitation across the UK and European regions
Client focused and results driven

The Regional Director, UK/Europe plays a critical role in identifying business opportunities and driving trade and investment outcomes for South Australia.

The position reports to the Agent General in London, with strategic and day-to-day reporting to the Manager, International Market Development, Department for Trade and Investment South Australia.

Located within the Office of the Agent General in London, this executive role will lead a team of trade and investment specialists to promote and support South Australian businesses across the United Kingdom and Europe. Representing South Australian business interests at the highest levels will be a core responsibility.

We are looking for a driven, highly focused leader with strong, high-level business and government networks in the UK and Europe, complemented by a sophisticated understanding of South Australia’s business capability and international competitiveness.

To be successful, you need to have worked in, or have experience in South Australia’s priority industry sectors that include, but are not limited to:

Defence and Space
Food and agribusiness
Wine
Renewables, fuels and cleantech
Health and medical industries
Critical and emerging technologies
Creative industries

In your application, please provide your pitch outlining why you are the right person for the role. You must address within your application how you meet and exceed the key selection criteria.

Note that:

Contract-based role for up to 3 years in London
Fluency in English is essential
To be eligible for employment, applicants must currently be legally authorised to reside and work in London, noting that the Department for State Development (DSD) are unable to sponsor a work visa application
A proven track record in international business development is an advantage
A competitive remuneration package from £118,000 - £144,000 reflects the significance of this role and can be negotiated to secure a high-calibre appointee
Closing date for applications is 19^th December 2025
Applicants selected for interview will be notified by 7^th January 2026
Interviews will be conducted from w/c 12^th January 2026

For more information or a copy of the role description please contact:

UK - Laura Dawson

laura.dawson@south-aus.eu

Adelaide - Sonya Madramootoo

Sonya.Madramootoo@sa.gov.au