Economic Development & Licensing Assistant

City of New Westminster; Canada; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government in Canada is seeking a full-time Economic Development Assistant to support business licensing and economic development. The role involves acting as a front desk contact, processing business licence applications, conducting research, and providing administrative support. The ideal candidate will have a post-secondary education in business administration or a relevant field and possess strong communication, organizational, and research skills. This role is vital to enhancing local business opportunities and supporting community growth.

Qualifications

• Completion of a post‑secondary program in business administration, planning, or other relevant field.
• Considerable knowledge of modern business office practices and procedures.
• Sound knowledge of applicable bylaws, policies, rules, and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Act as front desk point of contact for Business Licensing and Economic Development inquiries.
• Lead the processing of business licence applications and renewals.
• Provide research and support for economic development projects.

Skills

Research and project support

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Education

Post-secondary program in business administration or relevant field

Tools

Standard software applications

Job description

A local government in Canada is seeking a full-time Economic Development Assistant to support business licensing and economic development. The role involves acting as a front desk contact, processing business licence applications, conducting research, and providing administrative support. The ideal candidate will have a post-secondary education in business administration or a relevant field and possess strong communication, organizational, and research skills. This role is vital to enhancing local business opportunities and supporting community growth.