Director of Growth & Thriving Town Centres

New Start; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Local Government Pension Scheme

Hybrid working arrangements

Generous annual leave

Development opportunities

Job summary

London Borough of Merton seeks a strategic Head of Economic Development & High Streets to lead delivery of the Growth Plan, turning ambitions into jobs and investment for residents. You will shape economic development, inward investment and vibrant town centres, building strong partnerships with businesses, investors and government to secure funding.

You will oversee housing, planning and regeneration initiatives within the Housing & Sustainable Development directorate, guiding major projects

Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of Merton's Growth Plan to create jobs, investment and opportunities for residents.
• Shape the borough's approach to economic development, inward investment and thriving town centres.
• Build strong relationships with businesses, investors, BIDs, the GLA and government to attract funding and ideas.
• Drive major regeneration and ensure growth benefits local communities and town centres.

Job description

London Borough of Merton seeks a strategic Head of Economic Development & High Streets to lead delivery of the Growth Plan, turning ambitions into jobs and investment for residents. You will shape economic development, inward investment and vibrant town centres, building strong partnerships with businesses, investors and government to secure funding.

You will oversee housing, planning and regeneration initiatives within the Housing & Sustainable Development directorate, guiding major projects