Economic Development Officer

Job Description Role Title: Economic Development Officer Department: Economy Reports To: Business Services Manager Salary: Up to £33 per hour (umbrella) Working Hours: Flexible Role Description: Economic Development Officer in a central London council. Our Industrial Strategy aims to make our borough the best place to do business in Europe, ensuring everyone benefits. We support growth by bringing partners together, regenerating town centers, providing affordable workspaces, and more. This role is crucial in making this vision a reality. Responsibilities: Support the Business Services Manager and Economic Development Team. Build relationships with business support networks. Enable residents to start, sustain, and scale new businesses. Maintain and build relationships with local businesses. Coordinate and manage business enquiries. Maintain an active CRM/database of firms. Provide high-quality briefings and reports. Support networking and seasonal events. Manage small to medium projects and funding bids. Qualifications: Relevant degree or professional qualification, or relevant experience. Project management qualification (desirable). Experience: