At a Glance
- Tasks: Help local businesses grow and thrive in the Lanarkshire area.
- Company: Join North Lanarkshire Council's dynamic Business Gateway Team.
- Benefits: Enjoy 27 days annual leave, flexible working, and professional development opportunities.
- Other info: Hybrid working model with a supportive team environment.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in your community while developing your career.
- Qualifications: Degree or equivalent experience in business or economic development required.
The predicted salary is between 36145 - 42115 £ per year.
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Business Gateway Lanarkshire Team. Reporting directly to an Enterprise Development Officer (Business Gateway), the Business Adviser role will have responsibility for delivering Business Gateway services throughout the Lanarkshire area and on behalf of North and South Lanarkshire Council.
The Business Adviser will be responsible for growing and servicing a portfolio of Prestart, growth start-up and existing business clients. Working as part of a team, the Business Adviser will engage with the business community, other Council services, partners, stakeholders, funders and business organisations to actively promote North and South Lanarkshire as a place to do business, invest, work, live, visit and host events.
Educated to Degree/SVQ4/HND or equivalent level in a relevant discipline, the candidate is required to have moderate relevant work experience in an economic development, regeneration or an enterprise/business related context AND/OR running your own business. With strong organisational and excellent communication skills, they should demonstrate a high personal drive and motivation to deliver a range of key activities to meet the Business Gateway Objectives.
You will be joining a dynamic and flexible team who currently operate a hybrid working model of home-working and office-based working at the Daziel Building in Motherwell.
Work pattern: 35 hours per week - Monday - Thursday: 08:45 - 16:45 (including a 55 minute unpaid break) Friday: 08:45 - 16:15 (including a 50 minute unpaid break)
North Lanarkshire Council are happy to talk flexible working, we operate a Smarter Working Policy. We also have a full package of learning and development through our learning academy LearnNL to help you reach your full potential and further your career.
North Lanarkshire Council is committed to KeepingThePromise. This means that if you have ever been in care (looked after at home with a social worker, lived with a relative other than your parents, experienced foster, residential or secure care) you are entitled to a guaranteed interview for this post, as long as you meet the essential criteria of the person specification/job description.
The Plan for North Lanarkshire is to be the place to live, learn, work, invest and visit. The Council recognises that work is an important part of adult life and is critical to our wellbeing and shaping how we live.
Business Adviser (2 Posts) - REQ06517 - 484289 in Motherwell employer: North Lanarkshire Council
North Lanarkshire Council is an excellent employer, offering a supportive work environment that prioritises employee wellbeing and development. With benefits such as 27 days of annual leave, flexible working options, and access to a comprehensive learning academy, employees are encouraged to grow and thrive in their roles. The council's commitment to inclusivity and community support makes it a rewarding place to work, especially for those looking to make a meaningful impact in the local education sector.
