Job Information
ROLE OF THE JOB
Are you passionate about shaping economic growth and making a real impact in Northumberland? As a Senior Economic Development Officer, you’ll lead innovative employment and skills initiatives, translating strategic policies into high-impact projects. You’ll work with key partners and stakeholders to drive employability, inclusion, and economic regeneration across the region.
WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING:
✔️ Leading and implementing employment and skills initiatives in line with the Northumberland Economic Strategy
✔️ Managing a team to deliver impactful projects that support employability and inclusion
✔️ Building strategic partnerships across local, regional, and national levels to attract funding and investment which will deliver impact
✔️ Advising senior stakeholders and contributing to policy development that shapes the future of Northumberland’s economy
WHO WE’RE LOOKING FOR:
We want a strategic thinker with a passion for economic development, employability, and inclusion. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, enjoy working with multiple stakeholders, and have experience managing teams and projects, we’d love to hear from you!
REQUIREMENTS OF THE JOB:
Degree (or equivalent) in a relevant field with experience in economic development, employability, or skills sectors
Strong leadership and project management experience
Proven ability to develop strategic partnerships and secure funding
A valid UK driving licence (due to travel requirements)
Join us and be part of a team that’s shaping Northumberland’s future!
For further information about this role, please contact John Hildreth (Senior Economic Development Manager) via email; john.hildreth@businessnorthumberland.co.uk
Why choose us?
We have some outstanding benefits and perks to offer you, including:
- 26 days annual leave plus public/bank holidays, rising to 31 days after 5 years of service (pro rata for part-time employees)
- Automatic enrolment into the Local Government Pension Scheme
- Flexi scheme (if applicable) – up to 2 days flexible leave available per month (pro rata for part-time employees)
To see all our excellent benefits and perks, please click here.
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Further information
Please note that this is a full time position but applications on a secondment or part-time basis would be considered for the right applicant.
For guidance on completing your application and for information about our Equality and Diversity principles, please see the attached guidance notes here.
We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We operate a guaranteed interview scheme for disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria. If you wish to notify us of your eligibility for this scheme, please email hrrecruitment@northumberland.gov.uk or ring 01670 623930 with your name and the job title you have applied for and one of the recruitment team will ensure this is factored into the shortlisting process and kept anonymous. If you have a disability and would prefer to apply in a different format, please see the alternative methods below. This information will be treated as confidential and will only be used to check that you meet the essential requirements of the post.
Alternative application format:
British Sign Language: northumberlandcc-cs.signvideo.net
For those with speech difficulties or hearing loss: Text relay service dial 018001 01670 623930
Although we advertise on North East Jobs, and other websites, your application process will be directed to our Tribepad system. Please note that all communication regarding your application for this post will be sent to the email address that you have registered on Tribepad, including your invite to interview if you are shortlisted. Please check your emails regularly, including Spam/Junk, after the closing dates for notifications.
