Director International Operations (Brisbane)

Globally Minded. Locally Engaged. Connected by You. Bring your unique perspectives and experiences to the position of Director, International Operations and be part of the global team that contributes to connecting Queensland to the world. Trade and Investment Queensland (TIQ) is the Queensland Government’s dedicated global business agency. What we do is truly unique –we elevate Queensland on a global scale, and we’re doing it one business and one person at a time. Why Trade and Investment Queensland? There’s a lot to love about a career with TIQ. But our people say there are four key things that make this a career like no other: Connect people with opportunity: You’ll build relationships with real people and great businesses, creating once-in-a-lifetime opportunities. Move Queensland forward: You’ll help make Queensland’s future even better by doing innovative work alongside passionate people. Forge a purposeful career: You’ll shape a progressive career working on some of the most exciting and large-scale global export and investment projects. Shape and share in our future: You’ll make a positive impact through your unique skills and experience, making TIQ a place where everyone can thrive. Don’t just take our word for it. Hear from our employees around the globe about why they choose to work with us. Trade and Investment Queensland: Life | LinkedIn The chance and your impact As our highly valued Director, International Operations you will contribute to ensuring a bright future for Queensland, Australia and our global partners. You will do this with people who want you to grow and progress. Reporting to the General Manager, International Operations you will be responsible for leading and managing the day-to-day operations of the International Operations Directorate. The Directorate works with the International Markets Unit as a coordinator across TIQ’s International Operations Division, made up of 27 overseas locations in 18 markets. The Directorate consists of the Director, a Manager (which oversees two direct report Advisors), a Principal Advisor and a Business Support Officer. You will manage the team and coordinate the delivery of all significant projects, operations, briefing and correspondence, reporting, advice to Government and policy initiatives, on behalf of the General Manager. You will play a key role in the delivery of the division’s objectives in the TIQ Business Plan and contribute to the strategic direction of TIQ and its business outcomes. Based in Brisbane, here’s what your role will involve: Providing strategic leadership and direction for the Directorate, ensuring alignment with organisational priorities through effective governance, business systems, and operational performance management. Leading and coordinating international operations by acting as a central point between onshore and offshore teams, overseeing governance, policy coordination, corporate planning alignment, and reporting frameworks. Managing complex projects and initiatives on behalf of the General Manager, such as business planning, budgeting oversight, and performance reporting in line with the Business Plan, as well as monitoring international property leases, procurement, and major contract administration. Providing high-level strategic and operational advice on complex trade, investment, and global operating environment issues within the context of Queensland Government trade and investment policies and processes. Contributing to cross-government and inter-agency collaboration, supporting the international network and fostering effective relationships with state, federal, local, and foreign government stakeholders around trade and investment. Overseeing executive insights and briefing from the international network, including management of briefing, correspondence, reports, and advice provided to senior stakeholders such as the Premier, Ministers, Governor, TIQ Board, and senior management. How you’ll shape the future Our work is varied and complex. So, as we evolve, we’re looking for people from diverse backgrounds who want to make an impact, help us challenge the status quo and keep connecting TIQ’s people and culture so that together, we can thrive. We would love you to have: Demonstrated ability to lead and manage people and daily operations (eg. performance management, KPI monitoring, budget management, HR, risk and governance) of a business unit to achieve outcomes in a client focused environment. Demonstrated ability to think and act strategically from a broader government, industry and cross cultural and international relations perspective. Demonstrated ability to implement and project manage key initiatives on behalf of an organisation while managing competing priorities. Possess excellent cross-cultural communication and negotiation skills and have a high level of resilience while operating in a high-pressure workplace with competing priorities. Demonstrated ability to build and maintain productive relationships with internal and external stakeholders with the ability to influence and guide to ensure specific outputs are delivered. Help us shape an even better state. Are you ready to contribute to something that really matters? To apply for this role, please click on the ‘Apply’ button above, and you will be able to review the role profile and apply. Otherwise, you can see more of our current opportunities and submit your application on SmartJobs. Applications close Friday, 12 June 2026. You’ll also enjoy a range of benefits, such as: Flexible working arrangements. Our wellbeing program. Advantages that put you at the centre, such as our wellbeing programs. Social clubs and corporate events that connect you with work colleagues. Shape your future through professional development opportunities. Engaging office environment centrally located in Brisbane CBD, close to shopping, eating precincts and public transport (Brisbane based). Trade and Investment Queensland is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values the diversity of its people. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status or disability. Apply on Kit Job: kitjobau.com/job/3rr903