Business Support Advisor
Scale 5 (£33,143 – £39,152) per annum
37 hours per week
Permanent
Do you want to make a lasting impact on businesses and communities by directly improving our local economy? We’re looking for an ambitious and forward‑thinking Business Support Advisor to support local business initiatives that drive growth, attract investment, and strengthen our local economy. This is a key role in the District shaping our economic future by working collaboratively with local stakeholders to deliver sustainable development and create opportunities for businesses and residents alike. You will lead the delivery of the Council’s Economic Development Framework and Action Plan, identify opportunities for business support, including accessing funding, mentoring and developing businesses, and coordinating relevant business events.
Ideally you will have a good understanding of commercial development and knowledge of statutory regulations around economic development, or you will have experience of working collaboratively with external partners.
Key skills and knowledge
- Excellent communication and networking skills both written, oral and the ability to present to various audiences.
- A strong understanding of SMEs and the challenges they face
- Experience in a business support role, including researching for, and completing grant or loan applications
- Good digital and IT skills, including social media
- Level 5 Business Support Qualification (or equivalent)
Why join us?
This is a great opportunity to make a real difference to local businesses and communities, working in a supportive and collaborative team environment. You’ll have a visible, hands‑on role supporting businesses, strong partnership working, and the flexibility to deliver work that has genuine local impact.
Benefits of working with us include a local government pension scheme, exciting career opportunities, flexible working including a flexi‑time scheme and out of town offices with free car parking and cycle bays. Employee benefits.
For more information about the role please contact Jill Stevenson, Business Work & Skills Manager on Jill.Stevenson@blaby.gov.uk.
Should you have any technical issues when applying, please email human.resources@blaby.gov.uk.
Closing date: 26 May 2026
Interview date: 8 June 2026
Blaby District Council is committed to equality of opportunity for all, and we welcome applications from all diversities. We are committed to the employment and career development of disabled people and those in the Armed Forces, and therefore as a Disability Confident Employer and to show that we commit to the Armed Forces Covenant, we offer a Guaranteed Interview Scheme. Further information can be found on our jobs page.
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