Senior Economic Development Officer

Senior Economic Development Officer – Sectors & Clusters

Location: Hybrid – 1–2 days in the office, with local community engagement
Rate: Circa £30 per hour PAYE / £38 per hour Umbrella
Contract: Interim Assignment

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Economic Development Officer to help shape and deliver key sector and cluster growth initiatives within a forward-thinking local authority.

You’ll play a pivotal role in driving the next phase of a borough-wide economic development strategy, designed to foster innovation, support creative enterprise, and promote inclusive growth for local communities. This dynamic position sits within the Economic Development & Growth team and supports the Strategic Lead – Sectors & Clusters in coordinating vital programmes and partnerships.
Key Responsibilities

• Lead on delivery of key sector interventions and projects within the borough’s Cultural and Economic Growth strategies.
• Coordinate activity for the Creative Enterprise Zone (CEZ), supporting creative businesses, workspace operators, and industry partners.
• Oversee elements of affordable workspace delivery, including working with Planning teams on Section 106 contributions.
• Manage grant programmes, monitor budgets, and engage with stakeholders across regeneration, planning, and local enterprise.
• Strengthen partnerships across the public, private, and community sectors to nurture growth in the borough’s creative and innovation clusters.
• Monitor performance frameworks, evaluate outcomes, and report on strategic initiatives to senior officers and partners.
• Ensure alignment between local policy, planning, and delivery to meet the needs of the creative economy and borough-wide growth objectives.

About YouWe’re seeking a proactive professional with a passion for economic regeneration and creative enterprise. The ideal candidate will bring:

• A strong understanding of London’s creative industries and the challenges they face.
• Experience in economic development, affordable workspace delivery, or sector-focused policy implementation.
• Proven ability to develop partnerships and coordinate complex stakeholder networks.
• Excellent written and analytical skills, with confidence managing budgets and external funding streams.
• Knowledge of planning and Section 106 agreements is advantageous.

Working ArrangementsThis role offers a hybrid working pattern, with 1–2 days per week in the office and regular ventures into the local community as part of project delivery.
Why Join?Join a passionate team committed to building a more innovative, inclusive local economy—one that empowers businesses, creators, and communities alike.