Dbt Latac Data

The British Government is an inclusive and diversity-friendly employer.We value difference, promote equality and challenge discrimination, enhancing our organisational capability.We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds.We do not discriminate on the basis of disability, race, colour, ethnicity, gender identity, religion, sexual orientation, age, veteran status or other category protected by law.We promote family-friendly flexible working opportunities, where operational and security needs allow.The FCDO operates an agile workforce and to facilitate this, you may be required to undertake other duties from time to time, as we may reasonably require.Job Category Department for Business and Trade roles (DBT) Job Subcategory Department for Business and Trade (DBT) Job Description (Roles and Responsibilities) Main purpose of jobThe Department for Business and Trade (DBT) is responsible for promoting UK trade and investment with the rest of the world.We are the department for economic growth.We support businesses to invest, grow and export, creating jobs and opportunities across the UK.DBT divides the world into 9 regions, each led by His Majesty's Trade Commissioner.LATAC is a rich region full of business opportunities that support the growth agenda of the UK government.This is a high-impact role at the core of DBT's operations in Latin America and the Caribbean, suited to a candidate with strong analytical skills, a solid understanding of economics, and proven experience in managing and interpreting complex data.You will operate with a high degree of autonomy, regularly engaging with senior stakeholders across 11 LATAC countries, the UK, and other global regions.Your insights will directly inform strategic decisions and demonstrate the impact of our work.The successful candidate will be expected to lead on data-driven initiatives, provide expert advice, and support senior management with robust evidence and performance analysis—going beyond operational support to shape regional outcomes.This is a regional role and location will depend on the successful candidate.Roles and responsibilitiesPerformance Management:Strategically oversee performance across DBT LATAC ensuring alignment with the Trade, Industrial and Investment Strategy.Set and manage regional and campaigns KPIs, balancing ambition with deliverability.This requires analytical judgement and the ability to synthesize complex data from diverse sources.Design and deliver monthly impact reports and ad-hoc performance analyses, engaging senior stakeholders to inform decision- making and drive performance improvements.Identify emerging performance risks through horizon scanning and collaborate with senior leadership (COO and DTC) to develop and implement corrective strategies.Lead performance discussion at Quarterly Operations Forums, providing challenge and insight to market and campaigns leads.Represent LATAC in performance reviews with DBT HQ, defending regional performance with evidence-based analysis and strategic insight.Manage all UK- commissioned data/performance projects, ensuring timely delivery and alignment with departmental priorities.Special Projects:Lead cross-regional strategic projects, including support to the International Market Team, bespoke research for the Director of Market Access, and commissions from DBT HQ.Oversee access and usage of centrally funded data platforms and market intelligence tools, ensuring value for money and strategic application.Organizational Data:Work with the COO to develop and refine data systems and processes, supporting improved decision making and operational efficiency across LATAC.Act as a regional lead for management information tools, (e.g. Data Hub Digital Workspace, DBT LATAC Dashboard) training colleagues, promoting best practices and resolving queries.Liaise with global DBT teams and HQ, ensuring LATAC's data practices are consistent and aligned with departmental standards.Economic Analysis:Monitor and interpret macroeconomic and trade data relevant to LATAC and UK trade relations, providing strategic insights to inform policy and operations.Lead quarterly data calls with Regional Directors and Campaigns Leads ensuring consistency and accuracy in reporting.Support regional colleagues in accessing and analysing economic data, promoting alignment with HQ policy and responding to ad hoc analytical requests.Resources managed (staff and expenditure): Line Manage 1 internLanguage requirements: Language: English, Portuguese Level of language required: Fluent written and spoken (CEFR C1 essential; C2 in at least one language preferable) Essential qualifications, skills and experience Essential on arrival: At least two years experience of working with data.Bachelor's degree in Economics or other numerate subject, including technology-related degrees.Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel, in particular knowing how to transform complex data sets into useful dashboards.Bilingual professional proficiency in English and in Portuguese.Advanced knowledge of international trade data and use of public trade data sets.Committed team player with ability to self-motivate, resilience, and autonomy.Excellent research and report-writing skills in English.Ability to innovate, solve problems, prioritise, organise and manage multiple tasks.Experience using data/market research platforms.Experience of using CRM platforms.Desirable qualifications, skills and experience Desirable:At least one year work experience in a trade and/or investment promotion organisation.Experience of analysing trade performance data.Understanding of trade promotion, investment, and market access work.Proficiency with using ERP and data visualisation platforms, such as SAP and Tableau, respectively.Required behaviours Changing and Improving, Communicating and Influencing, Working Together Application deadline 27 October 2025 Grade Higher Executive Officer (HEO) Type of Position Full-time Region Latin America and Spanish speaking Caribbean Country/Territory Brazil Location (City) Rio De Janeiro, Sao Paulo Type of Post British Consulate General Number of vacancies 1 Start Date 1 April 2026 Other benefits and conditions of employment External applicants and non-DBT internal applicants must have the legal status to live and work in Brazil.Internal DBT candidates are encouraged to apply for any vacancy for which they are qualified regardless of its listed location.If an internal DBT candidate's application is successful, consideration will be given to determine if the role can be performed from the successful candidate's current location or if it should remain at the advertised location.There is no guarantee a role will move and each decision will be made on a case by case basis.Please note that if a role is approved to move to a different location, the new location's terms & conditions of service will apply, including salary, benefit offerings, internal policies, etc.Employees who are not liable to pay local income tax on their Mission salary, e.g. some non-local national staff and some spouses or partners of UK diplomatic staff, will have their salaries abated by an equivalent amount.Appointable candidates who were unsuccessful may be placed on a 'reserve list'.If during the reserve period of 12 months the same or a largely similar role becomes available, that role may be offered to the second or subsequent candidate.The British Embassy Network offers a strong benefits package.This package includes generous vacation and leave time, flexible working patterns, and enriching learning and development opportunities.Please note that internal candidates applying for positions in other Posts, if they are successful should resign their contract in the respective Post to be admitted in the Post where the position has been advertised.Learning and development opportunities:DBT's strong L&D offer includes access to a range of in-house and e-learning opportunities; a regional L&D fund; shadowing and mentoring opportunities; masterclasses from experts and opportunities to get involved in the corporate work across our global network