Economic Development Officer

Reed Specialist Recruitment; Welwyn Garden City; Hybrid; GBP 95,000 - 116,000; Part time

Job summary

Reed Specialist Recruitment in Welwyn is seeking an Economic Development Consultant to join the Council on an interim basis. The role coordinates activities, collaborates with businesses and partners, and supports local economic growth.

The successful candidate will lead inward investment enquiries, engage with commercial property agents, developers and Chambers of Commerce, and drive marketing efforts to attract investment and business interest to the area.

Qualifications

• Degree level or equivalent qualification in Economic Development, Marketing, Business Growth, or related field.
• Proven experience handling inward investment enquiries.
• Experience with commercial property agents, developers, and Chambers of Commerce.
• Strong understanding of development financing and property markets.
• Excellent communication and coordination skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead officer coordinating all economic development activities.
• Collaborate with businesses, start-ups, and social enterprises to support growth.
• Handle inward investment enquiries from domestic and foreign-owned businesses.
• Collaborate with property agents, developers and Chambers of Commerce.
• Engage in marketing activities to attract investors and business interests.

Skills

Communication

Coordination

Leadership

Inward investment

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Degree in Economic Development/Marketing/Business Growth

Job description

Economic Development Officer

Hourly Rate: Up to £550 per day

Location: Welwyn, Hybrid Working

Job Type: Interim - Ongoing

We are currently seeking an Economic Development Consultant to join the Council in Welwyn on an interim basis. This role is crucial for coordinating activities and working collaboratively with businesses and partners to strengthen the local economy. The successful candidate will act as the lead officer, providing essential support to businesses, start-ups, and social enterprises.

Day-to-day of the role:

• Act as the lead officer in coordinating and arranging all activities related to economic development.
• Work closely with businesses, start-ups, and social enterprises to provide support and foster growth.
• Handle inward investment enquiries from both domestic and foreign-owned businesses.
• Collaborate with commercial property agents, commercial developers, and Chambers of Commerce.
• Engage in marketing activities to attract potential investors and business interests to the area.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Degree level or equivalent qualification in Economic Development, Marketing, Business Growth, or a related field, or significant experience in these areas.
• Proven experience handling inward investment enquiries.
• Experience working with commercial property agents, developers, and Chambers of Commerce.
• Strong understanding of the commercial development industry and related development issues, including the financing of development and property markets.
• Excellent communication and coordination skills, capable of leading initiatives and partnerships.