DESCRIPTION OF THE ORGANISATION
The Government of Québec operates 34 offices around the world, eight of which are in the following European cities: Paris, Brussels, London, Munich, Berlin, Barcelona, Rome and Milan.
These representations abroad allow the Ministry of International Relations and La Francophonie to offer services, advice, and tailored activities to businesses, creators, researchers and Québec institutions in their respective territories.
The Québec Government Office in London was opened in 1962. It represents the Government of Québec in the United Kingdom, the Republic of Ireland and the Nordic Countries (Sweden, Denmark, Norway, Finland and Iceland). Its mandate is to develop and support economic, political, institutional and cultural exchanges within this territory.
For more information on the Québec Government Office in London, please visit our website: Délégation générale du Québec à Londres
SUPERVISION AND GENERAL ENVIRONMENT
Under the hierarchical authority of the Agent General in London at the Québec Government Office in London (QGOL), and under the operational authority of the Director of Economic Affairs at Investissement Québec International (IQI), the incumbent contributes to the promotion and development of the commercial and business interests of Québec companies across the territories covered by the Québec Government Office in London.
Under the operational leadership of the Director of the Economic Team at Investissement Québec International, the incumbent serves as a senior advisor and subject-matter expert, leading complex files and providing strategic guidance to both the team and Québec companies, particularly in connection with establishment and acquisition projects within the territory. The incumbent also leads selected strategic initiatives within the economic team, ensuring effective coordination and collaboration among the various stakeholders involved. The incumbent may also act as a resource person and mentor for team members and interns, sharing expertise, effective working methods, and best practices to support the successful delivery of team mandates and projects.
Lastly, the incumbent actively contributes to the collective performance of both the QGOL and IQI through the quality of their analyses, deliverables, recommendations, collaboration and case management. The incumbent also ensures that strategic information is kept up to date in corporate systems and provides an exemplary client experience founded on transparency, commitment, accessibility, and empathy.
ROLE DESCRIPTION
The incumbent contributes, in partnership with IQI, to generating measurable economic benefits for Québec companies by identifying, qualifying, developing, and securing high-potential business opportunities in the sectors under their responsibility, including the energy sector. The incumbent develops and maintains a structured pipeline of clients, buyers, partners and strategic project stakeholders, while actively engaging in the market to promote Québec’s offerings and enhance the visibility and positioning of Québec companies among key decision-makers. Working closely with IQI, the incumbent supports companies in their export initiatives and contributes to the achievement of tangible results, including sales growth, strategic partnerships and entry into new markets.
To effectively advise companies, the incumbent monitors and analyses developments in the sectors under their responsibility through ongoing strategic intelligence and market monitoring. The incumbent also participates in trade-related events where they represent Québec, expand their professional network, organise tailored business meetings for companies, and further develop their sector expertise. The incumbent designs, organises, and delivers high-value economic development and promotional initiatives, including trade missions, business-to-business meetings, buyer recruitment programs and sector-specific events, while ensuring that these initiatives generate meaningful results and providing rigorous follow-up support to the companies assisted.
The incumbent works closely and collaboratively with IQI, colleagues across the Québec network and the QGOL, as well as identified partners, to ensure service delivery that is consistent, effective and results-oriented.
MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES
The appointee will contribute directly to the achievement of the QGOL’s and IQI’s objectives. They must possess an in-depth knowledge of, and/or be able to develop their expertise in, the economies and markets of the United Kingdom, Ireland, the Nordic countries and Québec.
In particular, the Senior Economic Affairs Attaché’s main responsibilities will be:
- Advise and support Québec companies in developing new partnerships and exporting their products and services, working closely with the IQI team.
- Develop, qualify and maintain a structured pipeline of major contractors, buyers, partners and sponsors of strategic projects, ensuring that identified opportunities are commercially relevant and aligned with the capabilities of Québec companies.
- Develop a detailed knowledge of the projects, value chains, key players, trends and market conditions in the sectors and territories for which they are responsible and, in close liaison with IQI, recommend strategies and actions to help Québec and overseas companies develop strong business links and generate sales.
- Demonstrate a proactive approach and undertake dynamic, targeted business development with major contractors in priority sectors to identify specific business opportunities for Québec companies.
- Introduce Québec companies to qualified potential partners, major contractors and buyers within the territory and organise business meetings.
- Represent the Québec Government Office in London and proactively maintain a network of contacts with local associations and key partners.
- Assist colleagues, IQI and Québec companies with establishment or acquisition projects within the territory.
- Design, plan and deliver high-impact economic promotion initiatives, including trade and ministerial missions, inward buyer programmes, business-meeting programmes and sector activities aligned with priorities and potential economic outcomes.
- Assess and prioritise activities according to their commercial potential, ensure the quality of participants and programmes, prepare the required briefing materials and undertake post-activity follow-up.
- Work with teams across the Québec Government Office in London to organise and ensure the successful delivery of cross-sectoral initiatives and activities.
- Ensure effective follow-up on activities and interventions and provide accurate reporting through established performance measurement and reporting tools.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Must hold a bachelor’s degree, or an equivalent degree, from a recognised university in a field related to the position.
- Must have at least five years experience in a relevant field such as international trade, business management, economics, finance or marketing.
- Knowledge of the principal economic sectors of Québec and the territories covered by the QGOL.
DESIRABLE SKILLS
- Must demonstrate excellent organisational skills, attention to detail, discretion and the ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
- Must be proactive, diplomatic, professional and a good team player.
- Must be able to meet deadlines, work under pressure and multi-task.
- Strong communication and relationship management skills with colleagues and external stakeholders.
- Proficiency in digital tools, client-management systems and performance-reporting tools.
- Must be able to familiarise themselves with governmental administrative procedures.
LINGUISTIC ABILITIES
Professional proficiency in English and French, both written and spoken. Knowledge of a Nordic language is an asset.
WORKING CONDITIONS
- Permanent position.
- 35 hours per week.
- Annual salary: Grade 9 between £81,118 and £98,980.
- Start date: As soon as possible.
The employee might occasionally be called upon to work outside normal working hours and travel, depending on their representative duties, their ministerial and commercial missions and sectorial trade fairs.
ELIGIBILITY
Candidates must be qualified to work long term in the United Kingdom. The QGOL will take no steps to obtain a work permit.
The Québec Government Office in London is an equal opportunity employer.
APPLICATION
Interested candidates should send their CV and a cover letter by email to Ms. Bhavna Seesarun (candidaturesdgql@mri.gouv.qc.ca) before 5:00pm (London time) on Monday, 26th of October, 2026.
Professional references will be required.
Only selected candidates will be contacted.
The successful candidate will be required to undergo security verification.