Department for Business and Trade
The Department for Business and Trade (DBT) is a department of His Majesty's Government established on 7 February 2023, after a government reshuffle, the first by prime minister Rishi Sunak. The new department absorbed the functions of the former Department for International Trade (DIT) and some of the functions of the former Department for Business, Energy, and Industrial Strategy (BEIS).
The department is headed by the Secretary of State for Business and Trade, assisted by a number of junior ministers. The present incumbent and the first to hold the role is Kemi Badenoch; she is also President of the Board of Trade and Minister for Women and Equalities. Badenoch was previously the final Secretary of State at DIT.
1 Vacancies
£35,367 a year
- The role involves driving economic growth in Wales, supporting sectors identified in the Industrial Strategy and connecting businesses with government opportunities.
- The ideal candidate will possess sector intelligence, strong analytical skills, and a passion for promoting economic opportunity in diverse communities.
- Based in Cardiff, the position offers flexible working options, a permanent contract, and a comprehensive Civil Service Pension scheme with substantial employer contributions.