Head of Economic Development & High Streets

Merton Council; Uxbridge Moor; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

The Head of Economic Development and High Streets role sits within Merton Council's Planning department and focuses on delivering the Growth Plan, inward investment, and thriving town centres across the borough.

You will work externally with businesses, investors, BIDs, the GLA and central government to attract funding, shape economic development, and ensure local people and businesses benefit from major regeneration projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead delivery of Merton's Growth Plan.
• Turn inclusive growth ambitions into jobs, investment and opportunities residents can see.
• Shape the council's approach to economic development.
• Shape the council's approach to inward investment.
• Shape the council's approach to thriving town centres.
• Build relationships with businesses, investors, BIDs, the GLA, government and other partners.
• Bring new ideas and funding into the borough.
• Ensure local people and businesses benefit from major investment and regeneration.

Job description

This Head of Economic Development and High Streets post sits within the Planning department of Merton Council and covers economic development and town centre work across the borough. The role centres on delivering the borough's Growth Plan, shaping the council's approach to inward investment and thriving town centres, and bringing new funding and ideas into Merton. It is distinct for its external focus, working with businesses, investors, business improvement districts, the Greater London Authority and government, alongside major regeneration already under way.

What the job involves

• Lead delivery of Merton's Growth Plan
• Turn inclusive growth ambitions into jobs, investment and opportunities residents can see
• Shape the council's approach to economic development
• Shape the council's approach to inward investment
• Shape the council's approach to thriving town centres
• Build relationships with businesses, investors, BIDs, the GLA, government and other partners
• Bring new ideas and funding into the borough
• Ensure local people and businesses benefit from major investment and regeneration