Project Delivery Officer (Business & Skills)

Job Introduction

Situated in North Worcestershire, Bromsgrove District Council and Redditch Borough Council share services. The Councils are committed to being a customer driven organisation, with our customers at the heart of everything we do; focused on improving delivery services that make a difference to the community that we serve.

The Role

Do you want to help local businesses grow, support people into employment and develop skills that strengthen the local economy? We are looking for a proactive and organised Project Delivery Officer to support the delivery of business support, skills and economic growth initiatives across Bromsgrove and Redditch, helping create opportunities for residents, employers and communities.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of projects, programmes and initiatives that promote business growth, workforce development and economic prosperity across the two districts.
• Build and maintain effective relationships with local employers, education providers, training organisations and strategic partners.
• Assist in the development of funding bids, project proposals and business cases to attract investment into business and skills programmes.
• Monitor project performance, analyse data and evaluate outcomes to ensure programmes deliver measurable benefits for businesses and residents.
• Support events, workshops and promotional activity that engage businesses and encourage participation in local growth and skills opportunities.
• Produce reports, briefings and performance information for senior managers, elected Members and funding bodies.

Skills & Experience

Essential

• Experience of supporting or delivering economic development, business support, employability or skills-related projects.
• Knowledge of business support, economic growth and skills programmes and how they contribute to local economic development.
• Understanding of business needs, economic trends and the challenges facing local employers and communities.
• Experience of working with a range of stakeholders across the public, private and voluntary sectors.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to produce reports and present information clearly.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret information and contribute to service improvement.
• Educated to HND/C, Level 4 equivalent or degree level in a business, project management or related discipline, or able to demonstrate equivalent relevant experience.

Desirable

• Experience of monitoring and evaluating projects and programmes.
• Experience of preparing funding applications or securing external funding.
• Knowledge of financial management, procurement or project monitoring processes.
• Experience of working with employers, colleges, training providers or business networks.

Additional Information

The Councils offer a range of staff benefits:

• Pension
• Generous leave entitlements starting at 25 days plus bank holidays (pro-rata)
• Flexible working, where appropriate
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Access to employee benefits platform where you can find discounts for high street shops, leisure discounts, holiday discounts, salary sacrifice schemes and more

What Next?

Need further information on the duties of this post? Please contact Georgina Harris, Economic Growth Manager (Business & Skills) on 01527 534082 or email georgina.harris@bromsgroveandredditch.gov.uk

Interviews will take place w/c 02nd Nov 2026.

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If you experience difficulties when applying online for thi post please contact HR at recruitment@bromsgroveandredditch.gov.uk.