Assistant Economic Development Officer

Kirklees Metropolitan Council; Clitheroe; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 29,000; 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 is seeking an Assistant Economic Development Officer to drive local growth from Clitheroe. You will collaborate with businesses, partners and colleagues to deliver projects and support the Economic Plan.

You will coordinate activities around events such as the Clitheroe Food Festival, manage competing workloads and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders. The role offers generous leave and pension benefits in a supportive team.

Qualifications

• Excellent communicator with strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage a varied workload and work collaboratively.
• Experience in economic development or related field is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Support economic growth across the borough and delivery of the Economic Plan.
• Help organise events such as the Clitheroe Food Festival and other projects.
• Build partnerships with businesses, partners and stakeholders to deliver outcomes.

Skills

communication skills

organisational skills

attention to detail

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.

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.

Closing date: Monday, 24 August 2026 Interview date: Wednesday, 2 September 2026

Reasonable adjustments: For any part of the recruitment process, please email us or provide further information on your application form.

Company: Ribble Valley Borough Council

Salary: Scale 4 (scp 10-13) £27,694 to £29,064 per annum

Location: Clitheroe, Lancashire

Sector: Regeneration and Local Economies

Sector: Economic Development

Job Role: Officer