Disclaimer: Hunt UK Visa Sponsors aggregates job listings from publicly available sources, such as search engines, to assist with your job hunting. We do not claim affiliation with West Berkshire Council. For the most up-to-date job details, please visit the official website by clicking "Apply Now."
Are you passionate about driving economic growth and development in a dynamic and diverse region? West Berkshire Council is seeking a Principal Economic Development Officer to join our Planning and Economy Service, reporting to the Director of Development and Housing.
This is an opportunity to play a key role in shaping the future of economic development in West Berkshire. Local government is also undergoing an exciting period of change in the form of Local Government Reorganisation and Devolution; this role is a great opportunity to get involved in this process while articulating the attributes and benefits of West Berkshire. It's a great time to join and promote the opportunities in the area, including sector growth, skills development and inclusion, business engagement, local master planning, project delivery and community hub development, all in the context of a newly adopted Local Plan.
The Role
Responsibilities
As the Principal Economic Development Officer, you will be responsible for leading and delivering economic development initiatives that support the growth and prosperity of businesses in West Berkshire. Your key responsibilities will include:
- Working directly with businesses to provide support and advice on growth, investment, and expansion opportunities.
- Identifying and pursuing funding opportunities to deliver economic development projects and initiatives.
- Conducting research and analysis to inform economic development strategies and interventions.
- Collaborating with external partners, such as local business organisations and government agencies, to promote economic development.
- Contributing to the development and implementation of policies and strategies that support economic growth.
- Managing projects and ensuring successful delivery within agreed timescales and budgets.
The ideal candidate will possess the following skills and attributes:
- Significant experience in economic development, with a proven track record of delivering successful initiatives and projects.
- Strong knowledge of economic development principles, practices, and funding sources.
- Excellent stakeholder management skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with businesses, partners, and colleagues.
- Effective communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to present information clearly and confidently.
- Strong analytical and research skills, with the ability to interpret data and make informed recommendations.
- Proactive and self-motivated, with the ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
West Berkshire Council Offer Excellent Employment Benefits Such As
- Flexible working wherever possible between the hours of 07.00-21.00
- Hybrid working wherever possible working 40% in the office
- Access to a wide range of training and development opportunities
- Generous Local Government pension scheme
- Family friendly policies
- A range of local discounts
- Wellbeing Programme including Employee Assistance Programme and employee benefits
- You will also be entitled to a generous annual leave entitlement starting at 29 days per annum (plus public holidays) Rising by an additional 5 days after 5 years’ service.
Please note that the closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible to avoid disappointment.
To learn more about the role, please contact Philippa Venables on 07780 534466 or email
[email protected] .
Join us at West Berkshire Council and make a real difference to the economic development of our community. Apply now to be part of our dedicated and passionate team.
Explore everything that a career with West Berkshire Council has to offer here: Working with Us
Equal Opportunities
The Council supports Equal Opportunity of employment and positively encourages applications from people who fall within any of the nine protected characteristics under the Equality Act 2010.
How To Apply
Please now complete a short online application form. You will then be able to upload your CV.
This role has been identified as public facing in accordance with Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016; the requirement to fulfil all spoken aspects of the role with confidence in English applies.
This privacy notice applies to job applicants applying for vacancies with West Berkshire Council https://info.westberks.gov.uk/pnapplications
