Job Title: Senior Economic Development Officer

Location: Rugby Borough Council

Working Hours: 37 hours per week

Pay Rate: Negotiable

Work Mode: Hybrid (Thursday on-site)

Assignment Duration: 7 months temporary

Purpose of the Job:

Rugby Borough Council is seeking a Senior Economic Development Officer to promote Rugby as a prime location for business and living. This role will support the borough's economic aspirations and town centre regeneration by engaging with local businesses and fostering inward investment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Act as the main point of contact for economic development, providing specialist advice to clients and businesses.
• Promote Rugby Borough to attract employment and investment.
• Engage with external business support partners to ensure coordinated business support.
• Respond to investment and expansion enquiries, presenting relevant property proposals.
• Maintain profiles of available sites and properties for investors.
• Manage public realm improvements and economic development grants.
• Liaise with private sector, community groups, and public bodies to implement the Council's Economic Strategy.
• Develop skills training and educational courses in collaboration with schools and agencies.
• Identify and apply for external funding with partner agencies.
• Oversee the Council's Agreement with Rugby First and manage economic development reports and presentations.

Requirements:

• Degree level qualification or relevant related experience.
• Experience in economic development or a related field.
• Strategic and political awareness with excellent stakeholder management skills.
• Strong literacy, report writing, and communication skills.
• Effective project management abilities.

Join us in driving the economic growth and vitality of Rugby Borough!