Amber Valley Borough Council
Reference: AVBC000000231
Description:
Contract Type:   Full‑time (37 hours) position for a period of two years
Following the end of the 2 year period, the role reverts to a 22 hour permanent Economic Development Officer position
 
Location: Central Headquarters, Ripley (hybrid working available)
 
 
Are you passionate about supporting businesses, growing local economies and improving access to employment and skills?
 
We are seeking an Economic Development Officer to join our Growth & Town Centres team to support the delivery of Amber Valley Borough Council’s economic growth priorities. This role offers the opportunity to play a key part in delivering economic development activity that supports businesses, employment and inclusive growth across the borough.
 
About the role
 
The postholder will support the Council’s economic growth agenda through the development and delivery of economic development initiatives and programmes.  You will work closely with local businesses, start‑ups, investors and regional partners, including the East Midlands Combined Authority, to help businesses start, grow and invest in Amber Valley, while supporting skills development, employment and inward investment.
 
Key responsibilities include:
 
Working directly with existing businesses and new start‑ups, providing advice, guidance and signposting to appropriate support.
Developing and delivering economic development projects and initiatives that support business growth, skills and employment.
Supporting inward investment and business relocation, promoting Amber Valley as a place to do business.
Working with local and regional partners to coordinate and deliver business support and skills activity.
Identifying external funding opportunities and contributing to funding bids that support economic growth initiatives.
Supporting the visitor economy and town centres through business engagement, promotional activity and digital communications.
Engaging with business networks and stakeholders to strengthen partnerships and encourage collaboration.
Monitoring activity and contributing to reports on economic performance and programme outcomes.
 
About you:
 
You will have experience working in economic development, business support or a related economic growth environment, with an understanding of the factors that influence local economies.
 
You will be confident working with businesses and partners, able to coordinate multiple workstreams, and comfortable contributing to the delivery of economic development programmes. Experience of partnership working, project delivery and funding programmes would be an advantage.
 
You will also have:
 
Strong communication and organisational skills
The ability to work independently and prioritise competing demands
Experience of collaborative working with external stakeholders
Good IT skills, including the use of digital tools and platforms
 
What we offer:
 
Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
Local Government Pension Scheme
Free on‑site parking
Personal and professional development opportunities
The opportunity to make a real difference to the local economy
 
Occasional evening meetings and some travel will be required.
For further information, please contact Helen Bennett, Economic Growth Manager (Operations) at helen.bennett@ambervalley.gov.uk or on 01773 841426.
The closing date for this vacancy is Sunday 17 May 2026 at Midnight (Any application forms received after the closing date will not be accepted)
Provisional interview date: 28 May 2026
 
   
Please see Job Description here Job Description
 
Please see Person Specification here Person Specification
 
Previous applicants need not apply
CVs are not accepted
 
 
Candidates must possess the necessary right to work authorisation to enable them to work for Amber Valley Borough Council.  Regrettably, we are unable to provide sponsorship or assume sponsorship of an employment visa at this time. 
Region: Full Time Temporary
Location:
Salary: Grade 6 – *GBP*33,143 to *GBP*36,363 per year
Package:
Contractual hours: 37
Basis: Full time
Contract Type: Full‑time (37 hours) position for a period of two years
Following the end of the 2 year period, the role reverts to a 22 hour permanent Economic Development Officer position
Location: Central Headquarters, Ripley (hybrid working available)
Are you passionate about supporting businesses, growing local economies and improving access to employment and skills?
We are seeking an Economic Development Officer to join our Growth & Town Centres team to support the delivery of Amber Valley Borough Council’s economic growth priorities. This role offers the opportunity to play a key part in delivering economic development activity that supports businesses, employment and inclusive growth across the borough.
About the role
The postholder will support the Council’s economic growth agenda through the development and delivery of economic development initiatives and programmes. You will work closely with local businesses, start‑ups, investors and regional partners, including the East Midlands Combined Authority, to help businesses start, grow and invest in Amber Valley, while supporting skills development, employment and inward investment.
Key responsibilities include:
Working directly with existing businesses and new start‑ups, providing advice, guidance and signposting to appropriate support.
Developing and delivering economic development projects and initiatives that support business growth, skills and employment.
Supporting inward investment and business relocation, promoting Amber Valley as a place to do business.
Working with local and regional partners to coordinate and deliver business support and skills activity.
Identifying external funding opportunities and contributing to funding bids that support economic growth initiatives.
Supporting the visitor economy and town centres through business engagement, promotional activity and digital communications.
Engaging with business networks and stakeholders to strengthen partnerships and encourage collaboration.
Monitoring activity and contributing to reports on economic performance and programme outcomes.
About you:
You will have experience working in economic development, business support or a related economic growth environment, with an understanding of the factors that influence local economies.
You will be confident working with businesses and partners, able to coordinate multiple workstreams, and comfortable contributing to the delivery of economic development programmes. Experience of partnership working, project delivery and funding programmes would be an advantage.
You will also have:
Strong communication and organisational skills
The ability to work independently and prioritise competing demands
Experience of collaborative working with external stakeholders
Good IT skills, including the use of digital tools and platforms
What we offer:
Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
Local Government Pension Scheme
Free on‑site parking
Personal and professional development opportunities
The opportunity to make a real difference to the local economy
Occasional evening meetings and some travel will be required.
For further information, please contact Helen Bennett, Economic Growth Manager (Operations) at helen.bennett@ambervalley.gov.uk or on 01773 841426.
The closing date for this vacancy is Sunday 17 May 2026 at Midnight (Any application forms received after the closing date will not be accepted)
Provisional interview date: 28 May 2026
Please see Job Description here Job Description
Please see Person Specification here Person Specification
Previous applicants need not apply
CVs are not accepted
Candidates must possess the necessary right to work authorisation to enable them to work for Amber Valley Borough Council. Regrettably, we are unable to provide sponsorship or assume sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.
