The Economic Development Officer (EDO) will utilise their comprehensive range of analytical, presentation and business skills in the role. In addition, the EDO will assist the Senior Economic Development Manager to formulate and deliver a focused approach to the council's corporate economic development plan. You will be confident in meeting with both internal and external stakeholders. As a first point of business contact, you will be active in areas of identifying economic drivers and trends; analysis of the local landscape; investment interventions and projects linked to escalating economic growth. With exceptional organisational skills and capable of handling multi-level projects at various stages, the EDO will, where necessary, also support delivery, running or monitoring of projects. You will need a high-level degree or equivalent experience of working in a relevant role. You need strong influencing and facilitation skills, together with an ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. In addition, you will have a good understanding of business services, especially programmes to support business start-ups and SME's to grow and innovate. Above all you must have a real desire to make a difference by providing exceptional support to facilitate growth within the local business community. Hybrid working arrangements are available with a maximum of 2 days working from home and office presence required for 3 days. Vivid Resourcing are committed to equality of opportunity for all applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships or any other characteristic protected by law