Senior Growth Startup & Existing Business Advisor - ABS44824

Scottish Government; Aberdeen City; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Le Scottish Government recherche un Senior Growth Startup & Existing Business Advisor pour un rôle basé à Aberdeen, avec un impact significatif sur la communauté locale des entreprises. Cette position implique le développement de portefeuilles d'entreprises et la gestion d'une équipe, tout en travaillant de manière hybride pour soutenir le dynamisme économique de la région.

Qualifications

• Expérience en conseil stratégique et gestion d'équipe.
• Engagement envers la qualité du service et l'amélioration continue.

Responsibilities

• Créer, développer et gérer un portefeuille d'entreprises.
• Soutenir et gérer une petite équipe de conseillers.

Skills

Strategic Advice

Team Leadership

Business Development

Job description

Are you passionate about fostering business growth and supporting economic development? Do you have experience in providing strategic advice and leading a team towards success? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you!

We are looking for a Senior Growth Startup & Existing Business Advisor to join our Business Gateway Service within Economic Development. This role is based in Aberdeen, covering Aberdeen City & Shire, and offers a chance to make a significant impact on the local business community. You will create, develop, and manage a portfolio of businesses, along with supporting and managing a small team of business advisors.

As a Senior Growth Startup & Existing Business Advisor, you will play a vital role in driving the success of both new and existing businesses.

Business Gateway Aberdeen City & Shire is delivered by Aberdeenshire Council on behalf of both Aberdeenshire Council & Aberdeen City Council.

There is a responsibility for the post holder to demonstrate a commitment to quality service delivery through continuous improvement for the benefit of the Service and the organization.

The base location for this role is Woodhill House, with travel throughout Aberdeen City & Aberdeenshire. The role is full-time and permanent; flexible working arrangements can be considered. The work style is hybrid and client-facing, involving a mix of office work, site visits, and home working. A current full driving license and a car are required for this position.

This role may require flexible hours, including evenings and weekends on occasion.

For more information about Business Gateway Aberdeen City and Shire, please click here.

The interviews are expected to be held on 12 August 2025.

Informal enquiries: Kirstie McLaughlin 01467 535304 or [e-mail]

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Requirements

This position requires at least one reference from your current or most recent employer.

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