* Career Development: Opportunities for professional growth and career progression within Dorset Council.
* Supportive Environment: Be part of a dynamic team dedicated to fostering economic growth and supporting local businesses.
* Impactful Work: Engage with a vibrant business community and make a tangible impact on the region's economic development.
* Flexible Working: Hybrid working options and a supportive work-life balance.
* Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package including pension scheme, health and wellbeing initiatives, and more.
What You Can Expect To Be Doing
* Business Support: Respond to business enquiries, provide expert information and guidance, and signpost to relevant resources.
* Event Participation: Attend and actively participate in business events, promoting the Business Growth Dorset service and the Invest in Dorset brand.
* Project Management: Lead small-sized, low-risk projects and support larger, higher-risk projects.
* Stakeholder Engagement: Act as an ambassador for businesses across Dorset and BCP, maintaining accurate records on the CRM system.
* Administrative Tasks: Perform tasks related to CRM, website management, social media, events, finance, and project coordination.
* Strategy Development: Support the development and delivery of Dorset’s Economic Growth Strategy and other corporate plans.
About You
* Qualifications: A SFEDI qualification would be an advantage in this role and experience working in industry or business support roles would be beneficial.
* Experience: Experience in economic development or related fields such as business support, inward investment, account management, or project management.
* Skills: Excellent communication, organisational, and time management skills. Strong ICT skills. Ability to work effectively with businesses and external stakeholders and within a team environment.
* Attributes: Proactive, empathetic, and adaptable with a solid grasp of the business support landscape.
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