Business Engagement and Grants Officer
Aatom Recruitment is recruiting for a Business Engagement and Grants Officer on behalf of a local authority. This is an excellent opportunity to join a busy Economic Development team supporting independent businesses, SMEs, and high streets across the borough.
Location: Elmbridge
Hours: 36 hours per week
Contract: 7 months with possibility of extension
Employer: Aatom Recruitment on behalf of a Local Authority
The Role
You will play a key role in supporting local businesses and strengthening town and village centres. Working closely with business owners, stakeholders, and council departments, you will help deliver grant programmes and initiatives that encourage business growth and improve the local trading environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Build strong relationships with local businesses, SMEs, traders, Chambers of Commerce, and Business Improvement Districts (BIDs).
- Act as a key contact for businesses seeking advice, support, and grant funding.
- Promote and administer business grant schemes worth over £100,000.