Who are we?

The British Embassy in Berlin is part of a world-wide network, representing British political, economic and consular interests overseas. The Embassy is now looking for a Head of Clean Energy Industries Trade for the Department for Business and Trade (DBT) team based in Berlin.

We aim to be a diverse and inclusive employer, welcoming to people of all backgrounds. The senior leadership is committed to ensuring that we are a supportive and fair place to work. The Germany Network values are kindness, inclusivity, honesty, professionalism and responsibility. These values guide how we work on a daily basis, and all staff must adhere to them. 

Main purpose of job

Drive UK clean energy exports to Germany, unlocking commercial opportunities, tackling market access barriers, and positioning UK capabilities with German buyers and utilities. 

Why Join Us? 

• Be at the heart of the UK’s economic growth strategy in Europe’s largest economy.
• Shape the future of clean energy, one of the UK’s most important and innovative sectors.
• Work in a diverse, supportive, and high-performing team with opportunities for professional development, mentoring, and flexible working.
• Represent the UK at major industry events, build senior networks, and deliver real impact for UK businesses and the wider economy.

What You’ll Love About This Role…

• Strategic influence: Set direction and deliver measurable outcomes in high-profile sectors.
• Leadership: Manage and develop small, high-performing teams.
• Variety: Engage with senior stakeholders across government, industry, and research.
• Challenge: Tackle complex market access and regulatory issues in a fast-moving environment.
• Impact: See the results of your work in increased exports, investment, and innovation.

Roles and responsibilities: 

• Develop and implement targeted strategies for your sector.
• Lead a small team (up to 2 staff), fostering high performance and collaboration, and supporting staff to adapt to change in a rapidly evolving economic context.
• Conduct market analysis to identify trends, opportunities, and barriers.
• Build and maintain strong networks with industry, government, and research partners in Germany and the UK.
• Represent DBT and the UK Government at major conferences, trade fairs, and bilateral meetings.
• Provide expert advice to UK businesses, guiding them on market entry, partnership development, and long-term growth.
• Identify and address market access and regulatory challenges, working with stakeholders to create the conditions for success.
• Deliver high-quality reporting and briefings for senior audiences, including Ministers and senior officials.

Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity!

Our Ideal Candidate shows: 

• Full professional proficiency in English and German (written and spoken, minimum of C1 level for CEFR* framework);
• 5 plus years of professional work experience in fast‑paced operational and stakeholder‑focused environments.
• Direct line management experience, supervising colleagues, setting daily priorities, and maintaining high‑quality delivery.
• Highly entrepreneurial and proactive, spotting opportunities, designing solutions, and driving work forward without waiting for direction.
• Strong problem‑solving mindset, able to break down complex challenges, create practical fixes, and sustain momentum through ambiguity.
• Exceptionally strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build rapport quickly, influence decisions, and represent the organisation confidently.
• Adaptable and commercially aware, comfortable navigating change and guiding others through shifting priorities.
• Confident stakeholder engager, skilled at building relationships, shaping discussions, and driving collaborative outcomes.
• Clear, energetic communicator with a bias for action, effective across multi‑disciplinary teams and varied environments.