Guidance

Appointments to Trade and Agriculture Commission (TAC): call for expressions of interest

We're seeking expressions of interests to fill up to 12 roles in the Trade and Agriculture Commission. The closing date is 23:55 on 4 July 2021 (closing date extended).

Documents

TAC appointment: Candidate declaration form

TAC appointment: diversity monitoring form

Details

The Trade and Agriculture Commission (TAC) is a new body, reflecting the change in how the United Kingdom trades with the world. It is an independent Expert Committee comprising trade and agriculture specialists. It has an important role to play in independent scrutiny of new free trade agreements (FTA).

The new Trade and Agriculture Commission (TAC) will provide independent, expert advice on whether measures in FTA treaty text – per each member’s area of expertise – may have an impact on UK domestic statutory protections, reporting to the Chair. Members are appointed for their individual knowledge and expertise, and do not represent an organisation.

How to apply

You should clearly set out your motivation and detail how you meet the required experience and attributes. The essential and desirable criteria list for these roles is set out in the information pack.

Applicants will be asked to complete declare any potential conflicts of interest and these will be considered in assessing an applicants’ suitability for appointment.

Due diligence will be carried out at the shortlisting stage, this will include checks on financial probity social media, internet checks and character reference.

Completed expressions of interest should include a:

  • CV, maximum 2 pages
  • statement of motivation, maximum 2 pages
  • diversity monitoring form
  • candidate declaration form

These should be sent to TACSecretariat@trade.gov.uk by 23:55 on 4 July 2021.

Published 7 June 2021
Last updated 23 June 2021 + show all updates
  1. Updated as the closing date has been extended to 23:55 on 4 July 2021.

  2. First published.