Regional Director - Greater China

• Strategic senior leadership of multidisciplinary team
• Drive commercial outcomes for exporters in New Zealand’s largest international market

This a Shanghai based role

Who we are | Ko Te Taurapa Tūhono tēnei

New Zealand Trade and Enterprise (NZTE), Te Taurapa Tūhono, is New Zealand's international business development agency, we help companies grow for the good of New Zealand.

At NZTE we thrive on providing our customers - New Zealand export companies, with world-class advice on how to grow internationally. This opportunity will provide you with exposure to NZ businesses succeeding on the global stage. You will be part of a truly connected global organisation operating from 47 offices worldwide, working collaboratively to positively impact New Zealand's economy. NZTE offers the opportunity to work with New Zealand's most exciting, innovative and forward-thinking companies.

The Greater China region comprises of teams in Mainland China, Hong Kong and Taiwan in 6 offices.  This is an important region with many of NZ’s largest businesses present (particularly in the F&B space). 

What you'll be doing | Te whakamahere 

You will lead a highly experienced team of professionals, working across the Greater China region, to create partnerships and maximise the value our customers can create and capture in the region.  This involves assisting them to enter, connect with and grow in the market.  Given the maturity of these markets this is also about supporting customers continuing to grow by leveraging NZ Inc and the government’s imprimatur.

Reporting to the General Manager International, and as a member of the International Leadership Team, the position comes with significant leadership responsibility, involvement in implementing NZTE strategy and leading and modelling our values and characters. We are looking for a collaborative global leader who will be able to draw on their deep understanding of the business eco-system in Greater China and will be able to work strategically within the complex and dynamic markets. 

You will be commercially savvy, accountable and focussed on the success of the organisation to fulfil our purpose. Internally, this includes building the capabilities of the team in the region to ensure the continuous improvement of our customers' performance. Externally, you will represent New Zealand in the market and oversee strong collaborative relationships with NZ Inc organisations; particularly MFAT and New Zealand businesses operating in Greater China.  In this high-profile position, you will have the opportunity to leverage your networks and relationships to forge strong bilateral ties to promote NZ.

To be successful we are seeking a leader who can demonstrate:

• Experience growing businesses in offshore markets
• Strong knowledge of mainland China and proven skills effectively navigating the dynamic business landscape within China
• Successful leadership of a diverse and geographically dispersed team
• Strong commercial and financial acumen
• Exemplary relationship building and leadership skills
• Being results orientated.

You will have a strong connection to New Zealand, with a keen interest in high potential NZ businesses (our Customers) and our New Zealand success stories.  In addition, agility, composure and the ability to deal with ambiguity and learn quickly are essential characteristics for the role.  If you are looking for the opportunity to be an influential leader within a high performing and agile organisation, then this is it!

You will have excellent presentation skills and the ability to listen and understand the needs of different audiences. Building strong partnerships and using your influencing skills, leveraging key strategic relationships to open new opportunities will excite you.

Why you'll love working here | Nau mai ki Te Taurapa Tūhono

This is an excellent opportunity to build your career in a truly international organisation. The role provides exposure to leading multinational companies, as well as cutting-edge start-up companies in New Zealand, therefore the depth, breadth and scope for this role is huge and unique. The culture at NZTE is awesome, and you will be in the enviable position of leading a well-supported, impressive and committed team.

What's next | Te ara ki tua 

For more information about the role, please see the Regional Director PD and apply now with your resume and cover letter!  

Apply now!  Applications close Monday 11 November at 5pm NZ Time.

Our successful candidate must hold NZ citizenship.

This is an international posting with a minimum duration of 3 years.  The preferred candidate will be subject to several vetting processes, including NZ national security clearance.

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.