Inward Investment Executive in Bristol

The West of England Mayoral Combined Authority (MCA) is seeking to appoint an Inward Investment Executive to join the Inward Investment team. Your key responsibilities are to deliver the priorities of the Mayor of the West of England by supporting the attraction and landing of high-value inward investment projects in collaboration with strategic partners, local stakeholders, and national agencies such as the Office for Investment.

Job responsibilities include:

• Supporting the attraction and landing of high-value inward investment projects, working closely with strategic partners, local stakeholders, and national agencies such as the Office for Investment.
• Developing tailored investment propositions that showcase the West of England’s strengths in priority sectors, aligning with regional economic development objectives and clean, inclusive growth ambitions.
• Ensuring effective account management of investor leads and existing businesses, providing a high-quality, responsive service to help businesses navigate the regional offer and scale their operations in the region.
• Completing timely research, data analysis, and company profiling to inform proactive targeting of investors, sector-specific campaigns, and strategic account activity.
• Providing regular updates, briefings, and reporting to support strategic decision-making, demonstrate impact, and maintain alignment with the Metro Mayor’s priorities, including job creation, innovation, and sustainability.
• Collaborating with other teams across the Combined Authority, local authorities, and partner organisations to maximise regional coordination and business support.

Key strengths:

• Strong partnership-building skills to support our Enterprise, Inward Investment, and Innovation goals.
• Self-motivated with the ability to prioritise, problem-solve, and multitask.
• Excellent communicator — clear, persuasive, and confident with senior stakeholders.
• Credible with investors and able to influence high-level decisions.
• Flexible and adaptable, willing to travel or work extended hours when needed.
• Highly organised and deadline-driven.
• Strong interest in inward investment and understanding of market trends in the West of England.

If this is your next role, please apply to tell us why you would be a great fit. For questions or to arrange an informal conversation with the hiring manager, contact Jane Wright at Jane.Wright@WestOfEngland-CA.gov.uk. Interviews are planned for the weeks commencing 16 and 23 February 2026, subject to change. The closing date is 8 February 2026.

We offer an excellent benefits package including:

• 26 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, rising to 31 days after five years of continuous service. There is also the option to purchase additional leave.
• 1 day of paid leave each year to volunteer.
• Local Government Pension Scheme with an employer contribution of 15.3%.
• Flexible, family-friendly and hybrid working options; typically 2 or 3 days in the office each week.
• Reduced bus fare travel across the West of England.
• The salary for this role is £42,839 – £46,142 full-time equivalent, pro-rata for part-time. Salary progression is considered for higher skill levels or exceptional experience.

We are committed to learning and development and to fostering a diverse, inclusive workplace. We are a founding member of the West of England Good Employment Charter and an accredited Living Wage Employer.

If you have an accessibility need or require adjustments to the application or recruitment process, please contact Resourcing@westofengland-ca.gov.uk. We may close the vacancy early or extend it depending on applications. Agencies: we are not engaging with recruitment agencies for this role. CVs from agencies will be considered unsolicited and not liable for fees.