Job Title: Economic Team Co-ordinator Location: Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire (with flexible working options) Salary: UP TO £18 p/h PAYE Contract Type: Full-Time, 6 month contract About the Role: Opus People Solutions are seeking a proactive, organised, and dynamic Economic Team Co-ordinator to support the International Trade, Investment and Innovation Manager at Cambridgeshire and Peterborough Combined Authority (CPCA).This pivotal role ensures the smooth co-ordination and delivery of activities that drive sectoral economic growth across Cambridgeshire and Peterborough.
This is an exciting opportunity to join a high-performing, forward-looking team focused on innovation, trade, and investment, helping to deliver projects that shape the region's economic future.
Key Responsibilities:
Develop Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to embed best practice and streamline team processes.
Manage the diary of the International Trade, Investment and Innovation Manager and co-ordinate with Executive Support across the wider organisation.
Support event planning and logistics, including booking and payment processing.
Prepare agendas, take minutes, and track action points for key team meetings in line with the delivery plan.
Assist in the planning and co-ordination of economy and sector-focused communication campaigns alongside internal communications colleagues.
Monitor and manage enquiry inboxes, ensuring timely triage and response tracking.
Conduct research and gather information in support of team priorities.
Maintain and update the property portal via the Evolutive CRM system.
Serve as the main liaison for Evolutive CRM account management and reporting.
Design and develop branded templates, presentations, and forms for use in internal systems.
Produce tailored reports and data extracts from CRM tools as required.
What we are looking for:
Proven experience in economic development, ideally within a local or regional government setting.
Strong background in complex diary management and professional stakeholder communication.
Familiarity with CRM systems, ideally Evolutive, with the ability to manage data and workflows.
Capable of working independently, prioritising tasks, and delivering to tight deadlines.
Comfortable working in politically sensitive environments and across multi-stakeholder groups.
Desirable: Experience with copywriting, marketing or campaign co-ordination.
Skills and Attributes:
Strong administrative and organisational background.
Excellent knowledge of office systems, project support, and team co-ordination.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including minute-taking.
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work collaboratively across teams.
High attention to detail and accuracy in documentation and data handling.
Flexibility and resilience in responding to changing priorities.
Proficient in Microsoft Office and other business software tools.
Familiarity with the Cambridgeshire & Peterborough region, with the ability to attend the Huntingdon office weekly.
This is more than just a co-ordination role - it's a chance to play an integral part in shaping the economic growth of a thriving and ambitious region. You'll work with a collaborative and driven team, contribute to impactful projects, and have opportunities to learn and grow.
To be considered for this exciting opportunity, please apply now!
