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Illuminated Interiors Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. Babergh and Mid Suffolk District Council
are looking to recruit a
Economy Projects Officer
to join our
team
based in
Ipswich, Suffolk.
You will join us on a
full-time, fixed term or secondment opportunity for 2 years.
The successful candidate will earn a competitive salary of
£36,124 - £42,708 per annum (pro rata for part time).
Full time, part time and job share opportunities will be considered.
What We Are Looking For
We are looking for an
Economy
Projects Officer
to join our
Economy and Business Team.
To be successful, you will share our values, commitment, and motivation to make a difference for our residents, clients, and communities.
About The Role
The Economy Projects Officer is a new role that will support the delivery of the councils' Economic Strategy with a priority focus on the development and delivery of the “Innovation and Skills Offer" at Stowmarket Innovation Gateway. This is an exciting project for the council and for the district and the role will report to the project sponsor, Director of Place. The role will be outward facing, working with a range of stakeholders and businesses to deliver this key project as well as working with a range of council services. Your dynamic, proactive and enthusiastic attitude will combine with project management and data analysis to be a key part of the delivery of this important project. A You Tube video can be found here Stowmarket Innovation Gateway
About You
Educated to degree level or with equivalent level of knowledge and experience gained in project and programme management processes. You will need to demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of project management as well as excellent problem solving and effective communication and collaboration skills. An accomplished relationship builder, you will be able to lead on projects, working with a wide range of partners, consultants and key stakeholders. You will be results focussed and have a track record of delivering project based results to tight deadlines and within budget. You will be passionate about economic growth and genuinely interested in sustainable projects that will bring growth, prosperity, skills and jobs to our region.
About Us
Working together across our councils and with our partners in the public, private and voluntary sectors, we provide excellent services to our 190,000 residents across Babergh and Mid Suffolk.
We are proud of the role we play in creating the environment, economy, and communities for our districts. We believe that the heart of Suffolk is an incredibly special place to live and work. With picturesque market towns, 60 conservation areas and with two National Landscapes within our districts, it is little wonder that we are consistently within the top 50 places to live in the UK.
Benefits Or Working With Us
Great opportunities for learning and development. Generous leave entitlement (equivalent to 26 days a year, increasing to 31 days after 5 years' service, plus bank holidays). Competitive Local Government Pension Scheme. Wellbeing Support Programme. Employee Assist Programme. Health Care Options.
Our ways of working
Work is what we do, not where we go! We are committed to working in a more hybrid way, with a mix of office, home, and remote based working (Business needs permitting). This has worked well for us and is something we will be continuing with.
We are committed to supporting equality and diversity, Babergh and Mid Suffolk District Councils provide opportunity and ambition for all, supporting and enabling our people to deliver the best possible service for our residents.
Closing date: 11.59pm, 6 July 2025
If you think you have what it takes to be successful in this
Economy Projects Officer
role, even if you don't meet all the requirements, please apply. We would appreciate the opportunity to consider your application.
This authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. DBS checks or police vetting will be required for relevant posts.
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