Israel Economic Mission to the USA - East Coast Is Hiring A Business Development Lead

Join Our Team: Business Development Lead (Entry Level) at Israel's Economic Mission 🌏🚀

The Government of Israel Economic Mission acts as a vital bridge between Israeli and U.S. business communities, fostering collaborations and creating value across various industries. We’re looking for a passionate and energetic Business Development Lead (Entry Level) to support this mission and build meaningful international relationships.

Who We Are ❤️

The Israel Economic Mission connects entrepreneurs, investors, and companies from a diverse range of industries, leveraging extensive networking capabilities and industry expertise to generate synergies and collaboration opportunities. Our goal is to facilitate mutually beneficial partnerships in the Israel-U.S. tech and business sectors in a dynamic, cross-cultural environment.

Who We Are Looking For 🎯

We seek a motivated individual to join our Business Development team, helping Israeli companies penetrate or expand within the U.S. market. This role involves engaging with high-tech sectors including Cybersecurity, Fintech, Life Science, Digital Health, Automotive, Energy, Industry 4.0, Telecom, IoT, Space, Robotics, Smart Cities, Water-tech, Sustainability, Food-tech, and Consumer Products.

Ideal candidate qualities:

• People-oriented with excellent interpersonal skills
• Strong business instincts and quick learner
• Energetic, proactive, and results-driven
• Previous business development experience is a plus but not required
• US citizenship or an active US work permit is mandatory
• Candidates with Israeli citizenship only are ineligible; those with both Israeli and US citizenship are considered Israeli citizens and thus cannot apply

Responsibilities 📝

• Keep updated on emerging technologies and key players in various industries
• Assist Israeli companies in finding resources, business opportunities, and contacts within the U.S. market
• Scout and identify technology solutions for U.S. companies and investors based on specific needs
• Coordinate and facilitate meetings at industry conferences and trade shows
• Lead and execute business events and technology roadshows across the U.S. and Israel
• Attend industry events to foster strong, trusted relationships with corporates and investors
• Manage relationships with senior executives and decision-makers in U.S. companies and investment firms
• Collaborate with partner organizations, including private and governmental entities, to drive international business activities
• Conduct industry and market research across various verticals

Qualifications 🏆

• Bachelor’s degree in business, communications, or related fields, demonstrating analytical abilities
• Strong teamwork and collaboration skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
• Proficiency in both written and spoken English; knowledge of Hebrew is a bonus
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and in team settings
• Enthusiastic about innovation, technology, entrepreneurship, and international relations
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of multitasking in a fast-paced environment
• Experience in managing projects, event logistics, and contact databases is advantageous
• Comfortable working in diverse cross-cultural settings

Additional Details 📍

Seniority Level: Entry Level (0-3 years of experience)

Employment Type: Full-time

Location: In-person role based in Midtown Manhattan. Please note that remote work and relocation assistance are not provided.

How to Apply 📩

If you're excited to join our team and contribute to fostering U.S.-Israel business collaborations, please apply through LinkedIn or send your resume and cover letter directly to Etamar.Lukatsky@israeltrade.gov.il.