Reference: 103151Posted: 2026-10-12Closing date: 2026-11-01Location: Municipal Bldg, Kingsway, Cheshire, Widnes WA8 7QF, UKSalary: 44253 - 47665/yearType: Full timeEmployer: Halton Borough CouncilContact: Helen RobertsEmail: helen.roberts@halton.gov.ukPhone: 0151 511 6921Our Story:Halton is a vibrant local authority with a rich history and heritage, featuring three iconic bridges that connect communities across the River Mersey. Located in Cheshire, Halton boasts excellent transport links between Liverpool and Manchester, as well as close proximity to both Liverpool John Lennon and Manchester Airports.Our progressive community strategy aims to bring about meaningful, long-term improvements that enhance lives. It’s an exciting time to join us as we develop new policies and transform the way people access services.We are immensely proud that when asked what’s great about working for Halton, the most popular response from our workforce has been ‘our colleagues’.Our Team:We are seeking a Principal Business & Investment Officer to play a leading role within our Business, Investment and Growth Team. This team is the first point of contact for investment opportunities in the borough - supporting local businesses, shaping regeneration priorities and driving the growth of Halton’s economy.In this senior role, you will support the Regeneration & Business Growth Manager to deliver a wide range of regeneration, investment and business growth programmes. You will lead multi-disciplinary project teams, manage key capital schemes and provide specialist professional insight to ensure successful delivery of high-profile programmes.This is a highly influential post, central to major initiatives such as the Mersey Gateway Regeneration Plan Plus, Sci-Tech Daresbury Innovation Zone, and Freeport-related projects.Hours: 37 per weekYour Contributions:You will:Take a lead role in developing, coordinating and monitoring major capital development programmesManage high-profile regeneration and investment projects within the Council’s Capital ProgrammeLead on programme budgeting and the financial management of internal and external resourcesCoordinate public consultation activity and support partners in engaging with residentsMaintain strong working relationships with partners including the private sector, Combined Authority and other agenciesWork closely with the Programme Management Office on funding bids, planning applications and investment proposalsProvide specialist advice on regeneration and investment issues, including commercial funding, land remediation and industrial propertyPrepare reports for Executive Board, Policy & Performance Boards, Steering Groups and Joint Venture BoardsRepresent senior leaders where required and support the delivery of strategic aims across the departmentOur Offer:Aside from working with a great team, our employees have access to a fantastic range of benefits, including:A generous annual holiday allowance starting at 34 days per year (including bank holidays), increasing with long service with the option to purchase an additional four-days of unpaid leave for our Annual Christmas ClosedownMembership of our defined benefit, salary-linked Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) with generous employer contributions3 x Salary Life Cover via Local Government Pension SchemeInvestment in your personal development Free Car Parking at HBC sites Flexible working arrangements Extensive employee benefits platform including discounted shopping, car leasing, gym memberships, wellbeing hub and Employee Assistance Programme.Next StepsAt Halton Borough Council, we want all of our candidates to feel well-informed so if you would like to have an informal chat about this role, please contact Helen Roberts helen.roberts@halton.gov.uk or on 0151 511 6921Interviews will take place TBCAt Halton Borough Council we want to ensure that our communities are represented across our workforce and a vital part of this is to encourage diversity in all respects. We are committed to making our recruitment practices barrier-free and tailored to best suit the needs and strength of the individual. This includes making adjustments for people with a disability, neurodiversity or with long-term health conditions. If you require accommodations, please reach out during the recruitment process so that we can make this the best possible experience for you – resourcing@halton.gov.ukPlease refer to the attached Job Profile for further information about the role and our values.We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the specified date should we receive sufficient applications. If you’re interested, please complete your application as early as possible.We look forward to receiving your application!
Principal Business & Investment Officer in Halton employer: Halton Borough Council
Halton Borough Council is an exceptional employer that offers a unique opportunity to lead transformative SEND reforms in a supportive and collaborative environment. With a focus on meaningful impact, employees can expect a culture of partnership working, professional growth, and the chance to see the direct results of their efforts in improving outcomes for children and families. Located in the heart of Cheshire, Halton provides a dynamic setting where your expertise will be valued and your contributions will make a real difference.
