Invest India - Junior Specialist - UK Market

Junior Specialist - UK - Invest India

About the Department:

Invest India is the National Investment Promotion and Facilitation Agency under the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT), Ministry of Commerce and Industry, Government of India. It hosts teams working with various government initiatives such as Make in India, Startup India, AGNii, and PMG.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Market Research and Analysis:

- Conduct comprehensive research on investment trends, market dynamics, and competitor activities within the United Kingdom region.

- Analyze macroeconomic indicators, regulatory frameworks, and investment policies of UK countries to identify potential opportunities and challenges.

- Provide insightful reports and recommendations to senior management based on research findings.

- Prepare knowledge briefings and strategic collateral on domestic policy and macro-economic development for key governmental engagements with foreign investors and industry.

2. Investor Outreach and Relationship Management:

- Develop and maintain strong relationships with potential investors, key stakeholders, and business associations in United Kingdom

- Act as a primary point of contact for inquiries from UK investors, providing information on investment opportunities, incentives, and procedures.

- Organize investment promotion events, roadshows, and seminars to showcase investment opportunities in India, and build the investment pipeline from United Kingdom

- Develop investor presentations highlighting major macro-economic reforms, ease of doing business measures, key investment projects and sectoral opportunities tailored to foreign investors and stakeholders from the region.

3. Facilitation of Investment Projects:

- Liaise with relevant government agencies, industry associations, and service providers to facilitate investment projects initiated by UK investors.

- Guide investors through the investment process, assisting with regulatory approvals, permits, licenses, and other administrative requirements.

- Ensure smooth communication and coordination between investors and various stakeholders to expedite project implementation.

4. Policy Advocacy and Stakeholder Engagement:

- Advocate for policy reforms and regulatory enhancements that support foreign investment and improve the business environment for UK investors.

- Collaborate with government agencies, industry associations, and international organizations towards recommending policy interventions and addressing investor concerns.

- Represent the agency at conferences, forums, and meetings with UK stakeholders to promote dialogue and partnership opportunities.

5. Performance Monitoring and Reporting:

- Track key performance indicators (KPIs) related to UK investments, including leads generated, investments facilitated, and jobs created.

- Prepare regular reports and presentations for senior management and stakeholders, highlighting achievements, challenges, and opportunities in the UK market

- Identify areas for improvement and recommend strategies to enhance the agency's effectiveness in attracting and retaining United Kingdom investment

Qualifications:

- Bachelor's or Masters degree

- 2-4 years of work experience (Consulting/ Investment Banking/ Multilateral Institutions/ Public Policy/Commercial Law will be preferred)

- Strong Research, Communications, Coordination, Relationship Management, Cross-Functional Collaboration Skills

- Expertise with Microsoft Excel, MS Word, Power-Point and Strong Presentation Skills