Assistant Director of Economic Development

We are supporting a Local Authority to appoint an experienced Assistant Director of Economic Development to provide strategic leadership across its growth and regeneration agenda.

This role requires a senior leader with a strong background in Economic Development, capable of operating at pace and influencing at both local and regional levels.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the development and delivery of economic growth plans and strategies
• Drive inward investment activity and support sustainable economic growth
• Work closely with regional partners to align priorities and maximise opportunities
• Provide strategic oversight of spatial planning considerations linked to growth and regeneration
• Advise on and support innovative delivery models, including Development Companies
• Contribute to the optimisation of funding opportunities, including business rates retention schemes and wider growth funding models

Key Requirements:

• Significant experience working at a senior level within Economic Development in a Local Authority or public sector setting
• Proven track record of developing and delivering economic growth strategies
• Experience engaging and collaborating with Combined Authorities and regional stakeholders
• Strong understanding of funding structures and models that support economic growth
• Knowledge of inward investment, spatial planning, and alternative delivery models (e.g. Development Companies)

If you are interested in this role, or would like further information, please apply today!