BRITISH AMERICAN BUSINESS COUNCIL IN THE MIDLANDS

Work Placement 2010/2011

ORGANISATION DESCRIPTION

The British-American Business Council (BABC), headquartered in New York, is the

largest transatlantic business network, with 25 chapters and 3,000 member
companies throughout North America and the United Kingdom.

The BABC works to actively promote the US-UK business partnership and provides its
chapters and member businesses with access to a broader, transatlantic business
network. Numerous business benefits and opportunities are available to its member
companies, in addition to those offered by the regional BABC chapters.

The BABC is a not-for-profit membership organisation and is governed by its Board

of Directors, which includes a representative from each of the regional chapters.
Locally, the BABC Midlands is a dynamic group committed to the promotion of two-
way UK/North American trade and investment. We provide the opportunity to meet
and develop contacts within the transatlantic business community. We have a
diverse membership of over 100 businesses, ranging from sole proprietors to large
corporate organisations.

Our group is committed to providing useful services to our members. In addition to

offering the BABC database, information updates and varied events regionally and
throughout the network, we actively work to get to know our members and their
transatlantic business needs. It is this bespoke aspect of our organisation, which has
attracted and retained members.

JOB DESCRIPTION

The BABC is seeking a highly motivated and self-directed individual with interest
and/or experience in international business. Primary position responsibilities will
include:

• To perform research specific US/UK market issues

• To assist with management of BABC members database
• To provide assistance with the planning, organisation and execution of BABC
functions and events
• To develop correspondence and written marketing materials
• To assist with copywriting for the BABC newsletter
• To provide BABC members with support relative to business contacts and
queries
• To assist with Board member requests and meetings
• To assist in the support and administration of BABC members
• To maintain the BABC Midlands website
The successful applicant will have strong general business skills. Other critical skills
to this position include:

• Presentation skills and the ability to interface with business leaders and
board members
• Strong IT and Microsoft Office skills
• Excellent organisational skills
• Solid research capabilities
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and ability to speak and
write English clearly
• Ability to stand and sit at a desk for extended periods of time
• Exceptional attention to detail
• A willing attitude to take on responsibility and be of help to the organization
wherever needed
• Ability to work both independently and in a team environment
• Desire to be involved in international business, particularly the US
marketplace

This is a non-paid position located in Edgbaston, Birmingham. Working hours will

be an average of 7.5 hrs per day, Monday to Friday, however flexibility is required
as some travel and evening hours will be required. All travel costs and other
expenses will be reimbursed. The placement student will be entitled to 20 days
annual leave plus Bank Holidays. Training will be implemented on an ongoing basis
throughout the placement. Once the successful applicant has met the targets set
out during each development stage he/she will receive further training as his/her
responsibilities increase. Opportunities will exist for exposure to a large number of
UK and US business leaders. Areas of focus may be modified depending on the
skills and interests of the successful applicant.

CLOSING DATE: FRIDAY 30TH APRIL 2010

METHOD OF APPLICATION

Cover letter and CV either via email to Jessica Nelson at babcmidlands@babc.org

or by post to the address below.

CONTACT INFORMATION

Cassie Muir, Executive Director

British American Business Council in the Midlands
75 Harborne Road
Edgbaston
Birmingham
B15 3DH
Tel 0121 454 6171 ext. 2208

www.babcmidlands.org.uk

www.babc.org