Head Of Economy and Growth

A London borough is looking to appoint an experienced Interim Head of Economy & Growth to lead its economic growth and regeneration agenda. This is a genuine Head of Service position with responsibility for developing the borough’s regeneration and economic strategy, creating a pipeline of future opportunities and ensuring plans translate into deliverable projects, investment and economic growth. The role will lead a small team and work closely with senior officers, elected Members, businesses, Business Improvement Districts, the GLA, London Councils and other regional partners. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES * Lead the development and delivery of the borough’s regeneration and economic strategy. * Develop masterplans, investment propositions, business cases and feasibility studies. * Build a credible pipeline of regeneration and placemaking opportunities. * Identify and secure external funding from government, regional partners and other sources. * Develop strong relationships with businesses, BIDs and wider public and private-sector partners. * Support inward investment, business growth and the development of key local sectors. * Provide expert advice to senior leadership and elected Members. * Oversee economic development projects, programmes, budgets, procurement and governance. * Lead, manage and develop the Economic Development team. * Ensure projects are delivered to the required standard, timescale and budget. ABOUT YOU We are looking for an established economic development or regeneration leader with: * Senior management experience within a local authority economic development or regeneration service. * Experience developing economic, regeneration or place-based strategies. * A successful track record of securing investment and external funding. * Experience producing masterplans, business cases, feasibility studies and investment propositions. * Strong understanding of town centres, high streets, business growth and inward investment. * Experience working with elected Members and operating effectively within a political environment. * Excellent partnership skills across businesses, government, regional bodies and community stakeholders. * Experience managing teams, budgets, consultants, procurement and complex programmes. This is not a purely policy-based appointment. The successful candidate must be able to combine strategic thinking with practical programme delivery, commercial awareness and credible leadership