Civic Centre (Hybrid)
Permanent, Full time
No DBS check required
£35,235 - £37,938
37 hours
In April 2023, Wyre Council appointed a new and ambitious Chief Executive to lead the council’s next chapter and a focus on a brand new and ambitious Council Plan with a clear vision: ‘Wyre is a place where everyone can prosper’.
‘Growth and prosperity’ are a key area of our vision and we are currently developing an Economic Development and Visitor Economy Strategy which will set out key initiatives to drive forward growth. To lead our plans for business support we are looking for an experienced Business Engagement Officer who will build on the success of the council’s business network ‘Wyred Up’ to help even more businesses start up, grow and develop their business and workforce in Wyre.
Working with business support partners from across Lancashire you will strive to ensure that our business support service is relevant, dynamic and well known.
What you’ll be doing:
What you’ll need:
In return we can offer you a salary up to £37,938, great work life balance with flexible working arrangements (including homeworking by agreement), up to 29 days annual leave subject to length of service, free onsite parking, discounted gym membership, access to occupational health and wellbeing services, extensive training and development opportunities and a supportive workplace culture that allows you to develop and grow.
For an informal discussion about the post please contact Mark Fenton, Economic Development Manager on 01253 887612
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