The West of England Mayoral Combined Authority (MCA) is seeking to appoint a Inward Investment Account Executive to join theInward Investmentteam. Your key responsibilities in this role would be to ensure a focus on delivering the priorities of the Metro Mayor by:
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.
Are you delivery-focused and bring the following 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, adaptable, and 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 so you can tell us why you'd be a great fit. Please see the job descriptionfor more information.
The closing date for this role is 13th July. Please note this vacancy end date may be extended or brought forward depending on applications.
About the Company
Our Offer
Alongside the opportunity to lead change, drive strategic initiatives, and make a real difference in the West of England, we offer an excellent benefits package including:
* 26 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, rising to 31 days after 5 years continuous or reckonable service. There is also the option to increase your annual leave with our annual leave purchase scheme.
* 1 day ofpaid leave each year to volunteer
* Local Government Pension Scheme with an employer contribution of 15.3%
* Flexible, family friendly and hybrid working options to ensure you achieve the best work/life balance and career goals. We followa hybrid working model with typically 2 or 3 days in the office each week
* Reduced bus fare travel across the West of England
The West of England is an amazing part of the world to live and work. We are based ina new bright and airy office, with all the latest technology, close to Bristol Temple Meads Train Station.
The salary for this role is £41, 511 - £44, 711. This is the full-time equivalent salary, and will be pro-rata for part-time. We advertise salary ranges for job roles, with new appointments for external candidates typically starting at the lowest salary point. In exceptional cases, where higher skill levels or experience are applicable, the salary point may be adjusted to secure the best candidate. This approach allows for potential year-on-year salary increases, offering progression and appropriate rewards to employees.
We believe in fostering a culture of continuous learning and development, empowering you to thrive in your career. We prioritise your growth and success by providing a diverse range of learning and development opportunities. Our goal is to keep you motivated, equipped with essential skills, and confident in delivering excellent services.
Good Employment Charter
As a founding Member of the West of England Good Employment Charter and accredited Living Wage Employer, we’re committed to creating a diverse environment where all our employees can thrive. We make sure all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment and we particularly welcome applications from under-represented groups without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or citizenship status.
Reasonable Adjustments
If you have an accessibility need, disability, condition or need any additional support that means you might require changes to the application or recruitment process (for example, you might need to submit your application in a different format), please get in touch with our Resourcing Team atResourcing@westofengland-ca.gov.uk. We are here to assist and accommodate your needs.
Please note this vacancy may close early or be extended depending on the number of applications so please don’t wait to apply.If you have started your application, we’ll give you notice of the new closing date by email.
From a recruitment agency? We’re not engaging with agencies for this role. Any CVs received from agencies will be considered as unsolicited and the property of the West of England Mayoral Combined Authority, with no obligation to pay agency fees.
* Contract Type Permanent/Full Time - 37 hours per week
* Closing Date 13 July, 2025
* Job Category Enterprise, Inward Investment & Innovation
* Business Unit Economy & Skills
* Location 70 Redcliff Street, Bristol, United Kingdom
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