Principal Economic Development Officer - FLK14756

Falkirk Council; Falkirk; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Falkirk Council is seeking an experienced Principal Economic Development Officer to join its Investment Programmes Team in Falkirk. The role involves shaping and delivering major investment programmes across Falkirk and Grangemouth, with responsibility for governance, business case development and project delivery.

You will work with public, private and third sector partners to drive regeneration, pursue net-zero and sustainable growth, and influence economic outcomes for the local area.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development, governance and delivery of major investment programmes such as the Falkirk and Grangemouth Growth Deal, TIF Programme and Forth Green Freeport.
• Coordinate with partners across public, private and third sectors to ensure successful project delivery and outcomes.
• Provide financial planning, business case development and monitoring to drive regeneration and sustainable growth.

Job description

Principal Economic Development Officer - FLK14756

Falkirk Council is seeking to recruit an experienced and motivated professional with a background in economic development, regeneration, infrastructure, property or investment delivery to join its Investment Programmes Team as a Principal Officer.

Following the retirement of member of the team, an exciting opportunity has arisen to play a leading role in the delivery of some of the most significant economic development, regeneration and investment programmes currently underway across Falkirk and Grangemouth.

The Investment Programmes Team leads the development and delivery of a range of major investment programmes and initiatives, including the Falkirk and Grangemouth Growth Deal, Falkirk Tax Increment Financing (TIF) Programme, Forth Green Freeport. Together, these programmes are driving economic growth, attracting investment, supporting regeneration and enabling a just transition to a more sustainable and resilient economy across the Falkirk area.

As a Principal Officer, you will play a key role in shaping, managing and delivering complex investment programmes and projects, working with a broad range of partners from the public, private and third sectors.

The role will be responsible for managing the Council's interests across these significant investment programmes, ensuring the effective development, delivery, governance and monitoring of projects and associated investment activity. Key responsibilities will include programme development, business case preparation, project management, financial monitoring, stakeholder engagement and partnership working.

Candidates will possess strong programme and project management skills, financial planning and appraisal expertise, and the ability to build effective relationships with businesses, communities, government and partner organisations. Excellent communication, stakeholder management and influencing skills are essential.

This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to some of Scotland's most ambitious economic development, regeneration and investment programmes and play a key role in shaping the future prosperity of Falkirk and Grangemouth.

What We Offer

• The opportunity to work on nationally significant economic development and regeneration programmes.
• A diverse portfolio of projects spanning infrastructure, place-making, inward investment and net-zero transition.
• A collaborative working environment with partners across local government, industry, academia and the Scottish and UK Governments.
• The chance to make a meaningful contribution to the long-term economic future of Falkirk and Grangemouth.