Assistant Economic Development Officer

Brentwood Borough Council; Clitheroe; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

favourable working hours

generous leave entitlement

occupational pension scheme

training and development opportunities

discounts at major retailers

cycle to work scheme

Job summary

Ribble Valley Borough Council in Clitheroe is seeking an Assistant Economic Development Officer to help drive growth, support local businesses and deliver exciting projects.

You will work with partners and stakeholders to realise our Economic Plan, assist with events like the Clitheroe Food Festival, manage a varied workload and build strong relationships across the borough.

Responsibilities

• Support economic growth across the borough and help deliver projects that strengthen the local economy.
• Assist with coordinating events such as the Clitheroe Food Festival and related activities.
• Communicate effectively with businesses, partners and colleagues and manage a varied workload.

Job description

Help shape the future of Ribble Valley. Support local businesses. Deliver exciting projects. Make a real difference.

We're looking for a proactive, organised and enthusiastic Assistant Economic Development Officer to join our team. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in supporting economic growth across the borough, working with businesses, partners and stakeholders to deliver projects that strengthen the local economy.

From supporting the delivery of our ambitious Economic Plan to helping organise the renowned Clitheroe Food Festival, no two days are the same. If you're passionate about supporting businesses, building partnerships and delivering successful projects, we'd love to hear from you.

You’ll be an excellent communicator with strong organisational skills and exceptional attention to detail. You’ll enjoy working collaboratively, managing a varied workload and building positive relationships with businesses, partners and colleagues. You’ll join a supportive team where your ideas, enthusiasm and commitment will help shape the borough's future.

Right to close early: We reserve the right to close job vacancies before the deadline, so please apply early to avoid disappointment.

Join us to receive a host of benefits such as favourable working hours, generous leave entitlement, occupational pension scheme, training and development opportunities, discounts at major retailers and a cycle to work scheme.

• favourable working hours
• generous leave entitlement
• occupational pension scheme
• training and development opportunities
• discounts at major retailers
• cycle to work scheme

Closing date: Monday, 24 August 2026

Interview date: Wednesday, 2 September 2026