Job Description As a team member of the Economy & Enterprise section which includes Business Gateway and Employability, maximise external funding and income generation opportunities and provide business / project support both within Council services, and in partnership with external agencies. Responsibilities To maximise funding for projects and services in Moray by developing, supporting, preparing and/or submitting applications to funders and progress income generation opportunities To advise and provide information and support for business development projects, partnerships and initiatives, including liaison with the Employability Team To advise and provide information on funding and business development including delivery of start-up advice for Business Gateway Liaise with other relevant departments and organisations including SLAED, HIREP sub groups and the Moray Economic Partnership The Individual Knowledge and experience of operating in economic development Experience of working with public, community and businesses Project development skills Knowledge and experience of procurement Knowledge and understanding of project management Experience of investigating and securing external match-funding and meeting governance requirements Competent knowledge of Microsoft packages Word and Excel Educated to Degree level or have equivalent work experience Good communication skills both written and oral Ability to work calmly and efficiently under pressure Confidence and ability to work with a minimum of supervision Effective time management skills Team worker Knowledge and / or understanding of the business and community sectors Project development and management skills including finance You will be expected to travel efficiently and effectively between various work locations within Moray and on occasion throughout Scotland to meet the operational requirements of the Service. Due to the rural nature of Moray this is normally undertaken by use of a car/van Be able to communicate with people from all walks of life Where appropriate be able to respect confidentiality of information entrusted Open plan office / mobile working including occasional evening / weekend work Closing Date: 5 June 2026 Starting Salary: £46,502.95 £24.67 per hour 36.25 hours per week Interviews to be held week commencing 29 June 2026 For further information contact: Kirsty Conti, Service Manager Economy & Enterprise at kirsty.conti@moray.gov.uk