Economic Development Officer

Are you passionate about driving economic growth, supporting thriving town centres, and helping shape the future of a major Enterprise Zone? As Economic Development Officer, you’ll join a forward thinking, collaborative team that values fresh ideas and innovation, working together to deliver projects that make a real difference across Wyre.

In this exciting role, you will help deliver initiatives that improve the economic prosperity of Wyre – particularly across its town centres, and play a key part in developing the Hillhouse Technology Enterprise Zone (EZ).

Key Responsibilities

• Liaise with the EZ’s owners, commission studies, develop investment opportunities, and lead promotional work to attract new businesses.
• Deliver economic development projects that support the long-term sustainability of Wyre’s economy, with a strong focus on the Town Centre Improvement Programme.
• Engage with consultants, stakeholders, and partner organisations to procure, manage and monitor multiple projects simultaneously.

Skills and Experience

• Excellent communication, analytical and project management skills
• Strong understanding of economic development and external funding opportunities
• Experience working with partners, consultants or investors in a development, regeneration, or economic context
• The ability to work independently, prioritise workloads and manage multiple projects at different stages.

What’s in it for you

• You’ll be part of a dedicated team shaping the future of Wyre’s economy – driving investment, enhancing places and working directly with partners who make a real difference to the borough. The role offers variety, responsibility and the opportunity to lead high profile projects that have tangible impact.
• Flexi time and the option to work remotely part of the week as agreed with your line manager.
• Free parking on site.
• Generous annual leave allowance. A minimum of 24 days (pro rata) in addition to all bank holidays, rising to 26 days after four years and 29 days after five years local government service.
• Future development – face to face and virtual courses in line with your developmental goals.
• Employee wellbeing support.
• A local government pension scheme, with generous employer contribution.
• The opportunity to work for the local community and make a difference.

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