Economic Development Officer

Requirements:• This position often requires relevant work experience in economic development, business development, or a related field.• The amount of experience necessary for the role can vary depending on the employer and the job requirements, but typically employers expect at least a year of experience for entry-level positions and five to 10 years for senior-level positions.• Customer service or leadership experience may also be helpful, as you may work directly with the public and lead projects.Responsibilities:• To deputise for the Regeneration Project Manager in relation to the completion of tasks, projects and attendance at meetings as required.• To field and support enquiries from businesses and property professionals, signposting them to the most appropriate sources of assistance.• Work to improve the borough's activities in the economic regeneration field, with a specific focus on the themes of the Economic Development Strategy, levelling up and Towns fund agendas.• Maintain awareness of external influences upon the economic, social and environmental well-being of the Borough. Investigate and, where appropriate, bid for external funding opportunities and initiatives to ensure the Council is best placed to maximise such opportunities.• Develop contacts, resources, information databases and intelligence; promote partnerships with a wide range of organizations, especially in the property sector and those with a specific focus on economic, social, and inter-authority working groups and represent the Council on partnerships as appropriate at county and regional level.