Head of Economic Development

Interim Head of Economic Development

Based in London, hybrid working

Inside IR35

Length: 3 months initially

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You will develop and deliver strategies that create thriving town centres, attract investment, support local businesses and deliver high-quality placemaking for our communities.

You will oversee a portfolio of projects and programmes, managing delegated revenue budgets of up to £150,000 and capital investment programmes of up to £3 million per annum.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the development and delivery of the Regeneration and Economic Strategy
• Develop masterplans, regeneration frameworks, business cases and feasibility studies that support investment and growth
• Build and maintain strong partnerships with businesses, Business Improvement Districts, Community Improvement Districts, the Greater London Authority, West London Alliance, London Councils and other key stakeholders
• Lead multidisciplinary teams, consultants and partners to deliver complex regeneration projects on time and within budget
• Provide expert strategic advice to senior leaders and elected Members on economic development, regeneration and market trends

Key Requirements:

• A degree or equivalent professional experience in Economics, Planning, Regeneration, Urban Planning or a related discipline, with a relevant xwzovoh professional qualification desirable
• Significant senior management experience within economic development, regeneration or place-based growth.
• Experience of developing regeneration strategies, masterplans, spatial frameworks and investment business cases
• A proven ability to secure external funding and attract public and private sector investment
• Strong commercial awareness with experience of procurement, contract management and delivering value for money