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Economic Development Manager
| Posting date: | 03 December 2024 |
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| Salary: | £57,684 to £60,920 per year |
| Additional salary information: | (up to £63,071 for exceptional performance once in post) |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 02 January 2025 |
| Location: | Lyndhurst, Hampshire |
| Remote working: | Hybrid - work remotely up to 2 days per week |
| Company: | New Forest District Council |
| Job type: | Permanent |
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Summary
Join us in helping the New Forest deliver on its economic potential
Are you passionate about shaping local economies, driving innovation, and fostering vibrant communities in one of the most beautiful and unique districts in the UK? New Forest District Council is seeking an ambitious and dynamic Economic Development Manager to guide our efforts in enabling a prosperous and sustainable future for the New Forest.
The past year has seen us prepare a new Corporate Plan, begin work on our new Local Plan and work increasingly closely with the Solent Freeport and the potential growth opportunities arising. If you are wanting to join an organisation committed to transformation and supporting the transition to a low carbon economy we would love you to come and join us at this pivotal time of change and help us make decisions with real and lasting impact.
About the role
As the Economic Development Manager, you will lead a dedicated team to deliver strategies and initiatives that strengthen the New Forest’s economy including an emerging skills action plan. From supporting local businesses and attracting investment to championing environmental sustainability and partnership working, you’ll be at the forefront of unlocking the district’s economic potential. A key initial area of work is expected to be the preparation of an Economic Development Strategy.
What’s in it for you?
£57,684 - £60,920 per annum (up to £63,071 for exceptional performance once in post)
28 days annual leave (plus an additional weeks equivalent after 5 years’ service)
Hybrid working - We are open to discussing flexible working options
Local Government Pension Scheme and AVC provision
Wide range of employee discounts at high street retailers, including supermarkets, stores and restaurants
Cycle to Work scheme which could save you around 40 percent on cycles and accessories
Employee Assistance Programme (free 24 hour legal, financial and personal advice for employees).
About us
As one of the largest districts in the country, with 6 towns and a close relationship with neighbouring conurbations, the New Forest provides a supportive environment in which everyone who works for us can help drive our aims.
We recognise the value of a highly motivated and engaged workforce and we actively encourage a good work/life balance. We offer a modern and flexible smart working approach, including remote and home working whenever this fits with service delivery. We are open to discussing flexible working options.
At NFDC we believe that all our employees make a valuable contribution to the work of the Council and that's why we encourage a trusting and open culture where each employee is supported and respected equally, where ideas are actively sought and self-development promoted.
We are proud of our new values for 2024, please watch this short video to find out more. LEAF Learning Empathy Ambition Fairness (youtube.com)
If you're ambitious and passionate, are driven to deliver, and want to be part of our team, we welcome your application.
Click here to see why employees think that New Forest District Council is a great place to work: Working for NFDC
To view full details of what you can expect from working for NFDC and to view the full job description, please click on the candidate pack attached.
After reading the job description of what the role will involve, you feel you would like an informal chat about the role, please contact Tim Guymer, Assistant Director for Place Development: 023 8028 5987
Closing date: 3rd January 2025
Interview Dates: 17th or 20th January 2025
Are you passionate about shaping local economies, driving innovation, and fostering vibrant communities in one of the most beautiful and unique districts in the UK? New Forest District Council is seeking an ambitious and dynamic Economic Development Manager to guide our efforts in enabling a prosperous and sustainable future for the New Forest.
The past year has seen us prepare a new Corporate Plan, begin work on our new Local Plan and work increasingly closely with the Solent Freeport and the potential growth opportunities arising. If you are wanting to join an organisation committed to transformation and supporting the transition to a low carbon economy we would love you to come and join us at this pivotal time of change and help us make decisions with real and lasting impact.
About the role
As the Economic Development Manager, you will lead a dedicated team to deliver strategies and initiatives that strengthen the New Forest’s economy including an emerging skills action plan. From supporting local businesses and attracting investment to championing environmental sustainability and partnership working, you’ll be at the forefront of unlocking the district’s economic potential. A key initial area of work is expected to be the preparation of an Economic Development Strategy.
What’s in it for you?
£57,684 - £60,920 per annum (up to £63,071 for exceptional performance once in post)
28 days annual leave (plus an additional weeks equivalent after 5 years’ service)
Hybrid working - We are open to discussing flexible working options
Local Government Pension Scheme and AVC provision
Wide range of employee discounts at high street retailers, including supermarkets, stores and restaurants
Cycle to Work scheme which could save you around 40 percent on cycles and accessories
Employee Assistance Programme (free 24 hour legal, financial and personal advice for employees).
About us
As one of the largest districts in the country, with 6 towns and a close relationship with neighbouring conurbations, the New Forest provides a supportive environment in which everyone who works for us can help drive our aims.
We recognise the value of a highly motivated and engaged workforce and we actively encourage a good work/life balance. We offer a modern and flexible smart working approach, including remote and home working whenever this fits with service delivery. We are open to discussing flexible working options.
At NFDC we believe that all our employees make a valuable contribution to the work of the Council and that's why we encourage a trusting and open culture where each employee is supported and respected equally, where ideas are actively sought and self-development promoted.
We are proud of our new values for 2024, please watch this short video to find out more. LEAF Learning Empathy Ambition Fairness (youtube.com)
If you're ambitious and passionate, are driven to deliver, and want to be part of our team, we welcome your application.
Click here to see why employees think that New Forest District Council is a great place to work: Working for NFDC
To view full details of what you can expect from working for NFDC and to view the full job description, please click on the candidate pack attached.
After reading the job description of what the role will involve, you feel you would like an informal chat about the role, please contact Tim Guymer, Assistant Director for Place Development: 023 8028 5987
Closing date: 3rd January 2025
Interview Dates: 17th or 20th January 2025
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