Overview
General Manager International – Mainland China, Hong Kong & Taiwan Jobs in Beijing, Beijing, China at Australian Trade and Investment Commission (Austrade)
Title: General Manager International – Mainland China, Hong Kong & Taiwan
Company: Australian Trade and Investment Commission (Austrade)
Location: Beijing, Beijing, China
- Classification: Senior Executive Service (SES) Band 2
- Location: Beijing, China
Who Are We
The Australian Trade and Investment Commission—Austrade—promotes Australian trade, investment, tourism and education to the world. We deliver services to grow Australia’s economic prosperity.
Our purpose is to unlock opportunities that help Australian businesses go further, faster. We have a proud history of helping Australian businesses pursue their global ambitions through our international expertise and trusted networks.
We’re experts in connecting Australian businesses to the world and the world to Australian business.
Our global network turns local market connections and insights into valuable export and investment support.
We Contribute To Australia’s Prosperity By
- linking Australian businesses to global export opportunities
- providing market and industry insights, making it easier for businesses to go global
- attracting international investment to drive local jobs and develop skills
- leading policy and programs for Australian tourism and the visitor economy
- attracting international students to study with Australia.
THE ROLE:
Responsibilities
Leading experienced Australians and locally engaged teams, the General Manager International – Mainland China, Hong Kong & Taiwan is based in Beijing and a member of a global network that reports to the Deputy Chief Executive Officer (DCEO) who is based in Australia. The role is responsible for:
- A global, flexible and diverse organisation
- Contributing to Australia’s global reputation by promoting Australian capability in the region using global objectives and priorities to guide local strategy;
- Assisting Australian companies achieve commercial trade outcomes, securing productive foreign investment into Australia;
- Advancing Australia’s strengths as a highly attractive destination for investors; and
- Representing Austrade and Australia in a range of high-level corporate and government settings in Australia and across the Greater China Region.
As a member of the senior management team, the General Manager International will work collaboratively to deliver the Australian Government’s trade and investment priorities and contribute to Austrade’s broader leadership and strategic objectives.
Eligibility
Australian Citizenship – Our successful candidate must be an Australian citizen.
Language Proficiency – Our successful candidate must be fluent in written and spoken English.
Security Clearance – Our successful candidate will be required to obtain and maintain a Negative Vetting 2 security clearance.
For further information on Negative Vetting Level 2 security clearance requirements please click
Closing Date
Applications close at 11:30PM, Sunday 12 July 2026 Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST).
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