Economic Development Officer
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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.
To apply online and for more information about this vacancy, please visit our website www.wyre.gov.uk
Salary range
- £36,363 - £39,152 per year