Post number: ECD012
£30,060 to £33,366 per annum, plus benefits package
East Cambridgeshire District Council is committed to working with stakeholders to facilitate growth within its local economies. The council is seeking to recruit for the above post, which will report to the Economic Development Manager (EDM).
The Economic Development Officer (EDO) will utilise their comprehensive range of analytical, presentation and business skills in the role. In addition, the EDO will assist the EDM to formulate and deliver a focused approach to the council’s corporate economic development plan.
You will be confident in meeting with both internal and external stakeholders. As a first point of business contact, the EDO will be active in areas of identifying economic drivers and trends; analysis of the local landscape; investment interventions and projects linked to escalating economic growth. With exceptional organisational skills and capable of handling multi-level projects at various stages, the EDO will, where necessary, also support delivery, running or monitoring of projects.
You will need a high-level degree or equivalent experience of working in a relevant role (public or private sector). You need strong influencing and facilitation skills, together with an ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. In addition, you will have a good understanding of business services, especially programmes to support business start-ups and SME’s to grow and innovate. Above all you must have a real desire to make a difference by providing exceptional support to facilitate growth within the local business community.
Benefits
In return, the council offers a range of benefits including:
- flexible working
- childcare scheme (in approved cases)
- training and development
- occupational health program
- holidays, sickness and salary pension scheme entitlements
If you are looking to work for an organisation that prioritises environmental sustainability, the Council has made a clear commitment to operate in a responsible and sustainable manner and has recently been awarded the silver accreditation of the Investors in the Environment scheme as well as coming 22nd (out of 164) on the latest national council climate scorecard.
For an informal discussion about the post please contact Customer Services on 01353 665555 and ask to speak to the Economic Development Manager.
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How to apply
Closing date for completed applications is: Tuesday 11 March 2025
Interviews will be held on: Friday 21 March 2025
Please note that only candidates selected for interview will be contacted by the HR Department with the confirmation of an interview. If you have not been contacted by that date, please assume your application has not been successful on this occasion.
The Council is an equal opportunities employer and operates a no smoking policy.