At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead initiatives in the Freight and Logistics sector, shaping strategic priorities and driving innovation.
- Company: Connected Places Catapult, a modern hub in Birmingham focused on industry growth.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible working, and opportunities for professional development.
- Other info: Join a dynamic team with a focus on collaboration and career advancement.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on the West Midlands' logistics landscape and drive inclusive growth.
- Qualifications: Experience in stakeholder management and a passion for logistics and innovation.
The predicted salary is between 51395 - 59214 £ per year.
Location: Birmingham (minimum of two days a week in the office. You can do more than two days if preferable)
Working hours: Full time (9-day Fortnight companywide)
Contract type/duration: Permanent
Band: 3.1
Salary: £51395 - £59214 (Dependent on office location and proven ability)
Reporting to: Head of Regional Delivery
Closing date: 22/07/2026
We’re looking for a dynamic Freight and Logistics Industry Cluster Lead to take charge on shaping and delivering several initiatives including the West Midlands' Logistics & Distribution Cluster and supporting delivery of the Department for Transport funded Freight, Logistics and Innovation Network activities.
The role holder will be expected to work with Government departments and Combined Authorities, West Midlands' Growth Company, Industry and trade bodies, as well as academic institutions to progress challenges and innovation priorities for the industry as well as finding opportunities to share learnings and develop new sectoral clusters with other regions.
This permanent role based at Connected Places Catapult’s modern Birmingham hub offers the opportunity to directly influence one of the West Midlands region’s key industrial backbones, by building strong partnerships across the public and private sectors, and driving activity that catalyses innovation, investment, and inclusive growth.
Day to Day responsibilities include:
- Shaping the future of the Logistics and Distribution cluster priorities by supporting development of a clear ‘North Star’
- Leading on the delivery of strategic priorities for the cluster as agreed between the Cluster Lead (Connected Places Catapult) and West Midlands Combined Authority
- Providing a secretariat function and governance support for the Advisory Board activities including shaping the agenda items
- Senior Stakeholder management with Advisory board and senior sponsors of the cluster at West Midlands Combined Authority and West Midlands Growth Company
- Organising and leading cluster activities such as newsletters and workshops on relevant topics to the industry, such as Skills or Spatial Development Planning.
- Horizon scanning for funding opportunities for the cluster and potential collaborative projects with industry partners.
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