Economic Development Officer
| Dyddiad hysbysebu: | 22 Rhagfyr 2025 |
|---|---|
| Cyflog: | £37,000.00 bob blwyddyn |
| Oriau: | Llawn Amser |
| Dyddiad cau: | 07 Ionawr 2026 |
| Lleoliad: | Canterbury, Kent |
| Gweithio o bell: | Ar y safle yn unig |
| Cwmni: | Canterbury City Council |
| Math o swydd: | Parhaol |
| Cyfeirnod swydd: | CCC0762 |
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COULD YOU HELP DEVELOP ONE OF THE LARGEST LOCAL ECONOMIES IN KENT?
We are recruiting an Economic Development Officer to work on a range of important projects that will support Canterbury district’s local economy.
We are delivering significant place and people-based projects that will transform the area and develop the local economy – could you play an important role in this transformation? Are you a highly motivated individual who is passionate about making a difference?
About the role
This newly created full time post will be part of a team that will be responsible for delivering a range of exciting projects designed to drive economic growth, support communities, businesses, people and skills development.
Projects will include:
Delivery of day-to-day economic development activities that support local business growth, town centre vitality, inward investment, visitor economy initiatives, and economic analysis;
Lead and support projects arising from the council’s Town Centre Strategies for Canterbury, Herne Bay, and Whitstable, ensuring they contribute to vibrant, inclusive, and sustainable high streets; and
Provide high-quality business engagement and intelligence to inform service priorities and support the operational implementation of externally funded programmes and local growth initiatives.
Early in this role the successful applicant will be focused on the seaside town of Herne Bay, gathering and analysing data on the health of the town centre to assist with future actions to support its renewal. The post will also be act as a conduit for a study into the market offer in Herne Bay, working with a team of consultants to come up with recommendations for future market provision in the town.
The Candidate
You will have demonstrable knowledge and experience of working within an environment that supports a local economy (e.g. improving a place, supporting or assisting businesses or developing people to help them engage in economic activity). You should be able to demonstrate a strong understanding of how these things combine to improve the prosperity of an area.
To thrive in this role will call for strong interpersonal skills especially in working in partnership with others or other collaborative working (e.g. with businesses or organisations) to achieve shared goals.
You should be educated to degree level preferably one related to economics, business, property, planning or public policy. Alternatively, you should have direct experience relevant to local economic development or equivalent.
What we offer that makes Canterbury City Council a great place to work
A starting salary of £37,000
A cost of living pay award negotiated annually as a salary increase.
Flexible working arrangements with opportunity to work from home but to also be out meeting people and businesses in our city, towns and rural areas.
We’ll support and encourage your career by providing excellent opportunities for training and development.
Generous annual leave entitlement, starting at 23 days PLUS 3 additional days over the Christmas period whilst the Council offices are closed. There is also the option to buy additional annual leave.
A fantastic local government pension scheme.
Employee perks, including multiple retailer and lifestyle discounts to tackle the cost of living and help you enjoy your free time.
Free use of Canterbury’s Park and Ride for an easier commute.
If you want the chance to make a real impact on the area’s local economy and are looking for an exciting new challenge, then please apply today! Simply click the “Apply Online” button and create your account to begin your application form.
For an informal chat to find out more about the role or what it's like to work for Canterbury City Council, please contact Nick Churchill at Nicholas.churchill@canterbury.gov.uk
Interviews are expected to be conducted on 16 January 2026.
Equality, Diversity & Inclusion at Canterbury City Council.
We are committed to promoting equality and diversity in everything we do. We provide a safe and welcoming environment where everyone is valued, included and respected. Our diversity strengthens our ability to serve the diverse communities we support through our work. To demonstrate this through our actions, all applications are anonymised for the shortlisting panel, allowing all applicants to be assessed on merit alone.
We are recruiting an Economic Development Officer to work on a range of important projects that will support Canterbury district’s local economy.
We are delivering significant place and people-based projects that will transform the area and develop the local economy – could you play an important role in this transformation? Are you a highly motivated individual who is passionate about making a difference?
About the role
This newly created full time post will be part of a team that will be responsible for delivering a range of exciting projects designed to drive economic growth, support communities, businesses, people and skills development.
Projects will include:
Delivery of day-to-day economic development activities that support local business growth, town centre vitality, inward investment, visitor economy initiatives, and economic analysis;
Lead and support projects arising from the council’s Town Centre Strategies for Canterbury, Herne Bay, and Whitstable, ensuring they contribute to vibrant, inclusive, and sustainable high streets; and
Provide high-quality business engagement and intelligence to inform service priorities and support the operational implementation of externally funded programmes and local growth initiatives.
Early in this role the successful applicant will be focused on the seaside town of Herne Bay, gathering and analysing data on the health of the town centre to assist with future actions to support its renewal. The post will also be act as a conduit for a study into the market offer in Herne Bay, working with a team of consultants to come up with recommendations for future market provision in the town.
The Candidate
You will have demonstrable knowledge and experience of working within an environment that supports a local economy (e.g. improving a place, supporting or assisting businesses or developing people to help them engage in economic activity). You should be able to demonstrate a strong understanding of how these things combine to improve the prosperity of an area.
To thrive in this role will call for strong interpersonal skills especially in working in partnership with others or other collaborative working (e.g. with businesses or organisations) to achieve shared goals.
You should be educated to degree level preferably one related to economics, business, property, planning or public policy. Alternatively, you should have direct experience relevant to local economic development or equivalent.
What we offer that makes Canterbury City Council a great place to work
A starting salary of £37,000
A cost of living pay award negotiated annually as a salary increase.
Flexible working arrangements with opportunity to work from home but to also be out meeting people and businesses in our city, towns and rural areas.
We’ll support and encourage your career by providing excellent opportunities for training and development.
Generous annual leave entitlement, starting at 23 days PLUS 3 additional days over the Christmas period whilst the Council offices are closed. There is also the option to buy additional annual leave.
A fantastic local government pension scheme.
Employee perks, including multiple retailer and lifestyle discounts to tackle the cost of living and help you enjoy your free time.
Free use of Canterbury’s Park and Ride for an easier commute.
If you want the chance to make a real impact on the area’s local economy and are looking for an exciting new challenge, then please apply today! Simply click the “Apply Online” button and create your account to begin your application form.
For an informal chat to find out more about the role or what it's like to work for Canterbury City Council, please contact Nick Churchill at Nicholas.churchill@canterbury.gov.uk
Interviews are expected to be conducted on 16 January 2026.
Equality, Diversity & Inclusion at Canterbury City Council.
We are committed to promoting equality and diversity in everything we do. We provide a safe and welcoming environment where everyone is valued, included and respected. Our diversity strengthens our ability to serve the diverse communities we support through our work. To demonstrate this through our actions, all applications are anonymised for the shortlisting panel, allowing all applicants to be assessed on merit alone.
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