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Are you eager to land a brand new role? Our client, a busy Local Authority in West London, are looking for an experienced Senior Economic Development Officer to join their team and play a crucial role in their creative enterprise zone operations. 

Position: Senior Economic Development Officer
Rate: £35.80 per hour (Umbrella, Inside IR35)
Contract Duration: Temporary (3 Months) with Possible Extension 

Job Purpose: 

• Sitting within the Economic Development & Growth team in our Economic Development & Regeneration Service, this role will lead co-ordination and delivery of key sector interventions, with a particular but not exclusive focus on how we take forward commitments in the Council’s Cultural Strategy as they relate to creative enterprise, including managing our status as a Creative Enterprise Zone accredited by the GLA.

Job Responsibilities: 

• Co-ordinate key sector interventions, including (but not limited to) delivery of elements of the Council’s Cultural Strategy as it relates to creative enterprise and our accredited Creative Enterprise Zone (CEZ).
• Support delivery of the Affordable Workspace Strategy, including administration of grant funding programmes, engagement with workspace operators through regular forums and networks, and management of day-to-day programme coordination across our key sectors.
• Work closely with Planning colleagues to ensure affordable workspace contributions secured through Section 106 agreements address the needs of our key sectors

Job Requirements:

• Previous experience working within a local authority or a similar organisation.
• At least 1 year experience within a Senior Economic Development Officer role or equivalent.
• Experience of the commissioning and procurement cycle from tendering to completion.
• Evidence of Continuing Professional Development. 

Please be advised that only candidates that have the specific skills and experiences required for this role will be shortlisted and submitted to our client for review. 

How to Apply:
If you are interested in applying, please press the button below, send your CV to james.fernandez@temptingrecruitment.co.uk or contact James on 020 3854 4907 to discuss further.

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