Economic Growth Strategy Lead

An exciting opportunity to influence long-term economic outcomes for the region, working collaboratively with local authorities, businesses, and national partners to ensure the East Midlands thrives.

Welcome to EMCCA. EMCCA is the UK’s first mayor-led combined county authority. The East Midlands is a great region. But it deserves to be better. Better connected, better funded and better prepared for a future of opportunity, growth, and hope. EMCCA will oversee devolved powers around transport, housing, skills and adult education, economic development, and net zero. We will conceive the strategies and create the connections that will empower local partners, people and businesses – maximising the impact of billions of pounds of funding. Together, our new EMCCA team can put the East Midlands on the map as a place to live, work and study.

Your role in elevating the East Midlands: As part of our growing Strategy and Inclusive Growth team, you will play a pivotal role in shaping and delivering the region’s economic vision. Reporting to the Head of Economic Growth Strategy, this role will lead on the development of strategic economic frameworks, support evidence-based policy design, and drive initiatives that promote inclusive and sustainable economic growth across the region. The role will be integral in building a new impactful policy team to enable long term policy development and horizon scanning balanced with knowledgeable and robust short-term responsiveness.

• Leading the development and implementation of regional economic strategies aligned with Mayoral priorities and the EMCCA devolution agreement.
• Conducting economic research, data analysis, and horizon scanning to inform strategic planning and investment decisions.
• Provision of expert advice and briefings to senior leaders, including the Mayor and Chief Executive, on economic trends, risks, and opportunities.
• Collaboration with local authorities, business leaders, and government departments to co-design and deliver economic development initiatives.
• Monitoring and evaluation of the impact of economic programmes and policies, ensuring alignment with inclusive growth and net zero objectives.
• Supporting the integration of economic strategy with other policy areas such as skills, transport, housing, and innovation.

Your profile: Degree or equivalent level of experience in economics, public policy, regional development, or a related field. Proven experience in economic strategy, policy development, or economic analysis within a public sector, consultancy, or think tank environment. Strong understanding of regional economic development, including investment, innovation, labour markets, and productivity. Experience working with a wide range of stakeholders, including government, business, and academia. Demonstrated ability to translate complex economic data into actionable insights and policy recommendations. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with experience producing briefings, reports, and presentations for senior audiences.

NB - this is a politically restricted post as designated under the LGHA and any subsequent amendment. For more details on EMCCA including our rewards and benefits, please visit our website via the button below. Office location – all roles are based at NGEC, Saltergate, Chesterfield, S40 1UT unless stated otherwise. Please note – at this time EMCCA cannot offer sponsorship. Closing date: 28th July.