Strategic Regional Economic Development Consultant
Connected Places Catapult
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Job summary
Connected Places Catapult in Birmingham is seeking a Consultant (Local Economic Development) to build knowledge bases and design projects that inform evidence-based decisions on economic growth, innovation and place development. You will conduct desk research, synthesize evidence from diverse sources, and deliver actionable insights for public bodies, industry partners and government organizations.
The role offers opportunity to develop consulting, analytical and stakeholder engagement skills on
Qualifications
- Degree or equivalent in economics, public policy, social sciences or related discipline.
- Strong research and analytical skills; ability to interpret qualitative & quantitative data.
- Proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint; ability to present findings clearly.
Responsibilities
- Support revenue targets and bids; identify opportunities and contribute to proposals.
- Conduct desk-based research and synthesize evidence for regional development insights.
- Develop charts, dashboards and visualisations to communicate findings clearly.
- Engage with clients, partners and stakeholders; build positive working relationships.
- Deliver planned streams of work and maintain timely updates in CRM.
Skills
Education
Job description
Connected Places Catapult in Birmingham is seeking a Consultant (Local Economic Development) to build knowledge bases and design projects that inform evidence-based decisions on economic growth, innovation and place development. You will conduct desk research, synthesize evidence from diverse sources, and deliver actionable insights for public bodies, industry partners and government organizations.
The role offers opportunity to develop consulting, analytical and stakeholder engagement skills on
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