International Fisheries and Seafood Trade Deputy Director

International Fisheries and Seafood Trade Deputy Director - Civil Service Jobs - GOV.UK You need JavaScript enabled to use this service. Cookies on Civil Service Jobs We'd like to use analytics cookies so we can understand how you use Civil Service Jobs and make improvements. We also use essential cookies to remember if you’ve accepted analytics cookies. Your cookie preferences have been set You have chosen to accept analytics cookies. You will be asked for your preferences again in 90 days. You can change your cookie settings at any time. Your cookie preferences have been set You have chosen to reject analytics cookies. You will be asked for your preferences again in 90 days. You can change your cookie settings at any time. Skip to main content GOV.UK Civil Service Jobs Beta Your feedback will help us to improve. Home Sign in to your account Cymraeg International Fisheries and Seafood Trade Deputy Director Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs Apply before 11:55 pm on Sunday 15th November 2026 Return to search results Details Reference number 487565 Salary £86,000 A Civil Service Pension with an employer contribution of 28.97% GBP Job grade SCS Pay Band 1 Contract type Permanent Business area DEFRA - Environment - Marine & Fisheries Type of role Policy Working pattern Full-time Number of jobs available 1 Contents Location About the job Benefits Things you need to know Apply and further information Location Bristol, London, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, York About the job Job summary The International Fisheries and Seafood Trade Directorate leads the UK's international fisheries policy, seafood trade and fisheries controls agenda, delivering on behalf of the whole of the UK through a complex devolution settlement. The team works closely with Devolved Governments, government departments, regulators, delivery partners, industry representatives and international organisations. This is a high-profile leadership role operating in a politically sensitive and fast-moving environment. The role requires balancing economic, environmental, diplomatic and operational priorities while leading a portfolio that is critical to the long-term sustainability and success of the UK fishing and seafood sectors. The team is responsible for a number of key activities, including: International fisheries policy and negotiations - Leading the UK's engagement in international fisheries forums and negotiations, representing UK interests with coastal sta