Economic Growth Officer

Newark and Sherwood District Council; Newark on Trent; Hybrid; GBP 36,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government council is seeking an Economic Growth Officer to lead projects that drive economic growth in the district. This temporary role involves engaging with businesses, stakeholders, and the community to deliver on key strategies for investment and development. Ideal candidates should have a degree and experience in economic development, alongside strong communication skills. Benefits include hybrid working, generous leave entitlement, and career development opportunities.

Benefits

Enrolment in career average local government pension scheme

Flexi scheme

Hybrid working

Generous annual leave entitlement

Family-friendly benefits

One day’s paid volunteering leave

Lifestyle benefits platform

Funded health cash plan

Free car parking to June 2026

Qualifications

• Experience in economic development.
• Ability to work collaboratively with various stakeholders.
• Capable of representing the Council professionally.

Responsibilities

• Work with key partners on delivering projects/events.
• Support businesses and drive investment.
• Conduct site visits and champion initiatives.

Skills

Strong knowledge of funding for employment and skills

Excellent communication skills

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Degree level education

Job description

Economic Growth Officer

Economic Growth & Visitor Economy

Temporary, up to 12 months, maternity cover

Full time, 37 hours per week

NS10, £36,363 to £38,220 per annum

We are looking for an Economic Growth Officer to work with key partners (internal/external) on the delivery of projects/events, delivering agreed outcomes relevant to the economic growth strategy and enhancing the profile of the district. This is a temporary role for maternity cover.

Does this sound like you? A dynamic, customer‑focused Economic Growth Officer who will help drive investment, support businesses and deliver meaningful outcomes for our communities. You’ll be out and about across the district, visiting businesses, attending meetings, conducting site visits and championing new initiatives such as our new gift card scheme – so regular access to a roadworthy, insured vehicle is essential.

Educated to degree level and experienced in economic development, you will bring strong knowledge of funding for employment and skills, planning policy and the full inward‑investment journey. With excellent communication, analytical and interpersonal skills, you’ll work collaboratively with colleagues, members, partners and the public, representing the Council professionally, including outside standard hours. If you excel in a fast‑paced environment, adapt quickly to changing priorities and are a great communicator, we want to hear from you.

We’re an ambitious, forward‑thinking Council with strong values and a culture of doing our absolute best to serve our customers. We are proud of our organisational culture and receive positive feedback from our employees. We have a programme of internal activity to ensure that the voices of our employees are always heard and that they are kept informed on all Council activity and events. From roadshows to an annual award ceremony, from reviewing working arrangements to our Hug in a Mug initiative, it is incredibly important our employees are shown how valued they are and that they remain the beating heart of our workplace.

We offer:

• Enrolment in the career average local government pension scheme.
• Flexi scheme.
• Hybrid working.
• A generous annual leave entitlement that increases with service.
• Family‑friendly benefits.
• One day’s paid volunteering leave.
• Lifestyle benefits platform.
• Funded health cash plan.
• Free car parking to June 2026

You will be working with a professional, committed and experienced team who are passionate about supporting us to deliver the objectives as outlined in our Community Plan.

For an informal chat or more information, please contact Jane Hutchinson or Kate Porter, Town Centres and Visitor Economy managers on: [e-mail] or [e-mail].

As an employer we will promote an inclusive working environment to maintain and develop a forward thinking and diverse workforce.

Veterans/family of forces/ex‑forces, those in care/care leavers, and candidates who declare disabilities (as defined by the Equality Act 2010) will be guaranteed interviews provided they have demonstrated that they meet the essential criteria of the post as detailed in the Person Specifications on their application forms.

We will not accept CVs from unsolicited recruitment agencies.

Closing Date: Monday 12th January 2026.

Interview: w/c 19 January 2026.