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Suffolk County Council – Endeavour House, Ipswich, IP1 2BX - Hybrid
39,513 per annum (pro rata for part time)
37 hours per week - Flexible working options available
Permanent

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Suffolk County Council – Endeavour House, Ipswich, IP1 2BX - Hybrid
39,513 per annum (pro rata for part time)
37 hours per week - Flexible working options available
Permanent

At Suffolk County Council, every role is a chance to create positive change. We're not just a local authority; we're a team of dedicated individuals working together to improve lives across our economy. As our new Economic Development Executive, you'll have the unique opportunity to see the direct impact of your work on the people and places that make Suffolk special. Your contributions will help build a brighter future for all. If you're passionate about making a real, tangible difference, it's time to reimagine your career with us. Join Suffolk County Council and turn your passion for positive change into action.

Your Role And Responsibilities

As part of the Invest Norfolk and Suffolk team, you'll play a key role in attracting new businesses to the region. No two days are the same — you'll have the opportunity to engage with stakeholders from around the world, showcasing the unique strengths and opportunities across Norfolk and Suffolk.

Your responsibilities will include:

engaging with local and national stakeholders to build strong partnerships
organising and attending events across the UK to promote the region
supporting the team in responding to information requests from the Department for Business and Trade
championing our key sectors to help them thrive and grow

This role is line managed by Suffolk County Council. Operational management is provided jointly by Suffolk and Norfolk County Councils, requiring close collaboration across both organisations to deliver on shared objectives.

You will need

The role requires excellent stakeholder management skills and the ability to navigate complex political environments involving local authorities, public sector partners, and private organisations. A sound knowledge of regional assets, sectors, and key economic stakeholders is desirable.

The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented and capable working across multiple projects to secure the best outcome for the region. They will also have experience representing an organisation at public-facing events, exhibitions, or delegations — ensuring professional communication of key messages and following up to maintain relationships and drive results.

You can view a full list of requirements in the Job and Person Profile (docx) .If you believe you can succeed in this role, apply. Even if you don't meet all requirements, still apply. We would appreciate the opportunity to consider your application.

The team

The Inward Investment team is a small but dynamic group of economic development professionals, working as part of a wider economic development functions across the two counties.

The team operates across both Norfolk and Suffolk, embracing hybrid working to support flexibility and collaboration. Regular travel across the two counties and occasionally abroad is expected as part of the role.

Our typical office days are Tuesdays or Thursdays.

Empowering Everyone

We’re big believers in potential, possibility and the power of different ideas. We’re always searching for ways to encourage, respect and enable everyone to be the best they can be. We want to represent the diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from all individuals, especially those from groups that are currently underrepresented in the organisation, as shown in our Workforce Equality Report .

For more information

Please contact Alice Tomkins (she/her) for a casual conversation. You can reach her by calling 07702 332124 or emailing alice.tomkins@suffolk.gov.uk

How To Apply

Step 1 - Read the Job and Person Profile (JPP) (docx) .

Step 2 - Click ‘Apply Now’ to start your online application.

Step 3 - Upload asupporting statementanswering the following questions below (no more than 400 words per question). You should use the Supporting Statement template .

Describe a time you worked with a business to support a decision or better understand their needs. What was your role, and what did you learn from the experience?
Tell us about a time you had to manage multiple priorities or conflicting deadlines while working independently. How did you stay focused and ensure alignment with wider team goals?
Provide an example of when you had to navigate competing interests from different stakeholders. How did you manage the situation and what was the outcome?
How would you ensure that your organisation’s reputation and key messages are clearly and professionally represented during public events, exhibitions, or stakeholder engagements? How would you follow up afterwards to maintain relationships or drive outcomes?

Step 4 - Upload a CV (without name and personal details).

Please note: Without a supporting statement and CV, your interest will not be progressed. Any supporting documents must be in either PDF or MS Word format.

We value authentic applications that showcase your genuine skills and experiences. Applications suspected of being generated by AI may be rejected. We encourage you to present your own work and ideas throughout the application process.

If you require any reasonable adjustments to the application process before the next selection stage, please contact our Recruitment Team by emailing recruitment@suffolk.gov.uk or calling 03456 014412.If you are invited to the next stage of selection, you will have another opportunity to request adjustments for the next stages of the process.

Closing date:11.30pm, 30 July 2025.

Interview date: 5 August 2025

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 (Disclosure and Barring Service) checks or police vetting will be required for relevant posts.

About Us

As a modern and effective council, we offer a wide variety of careers to suit people with a range of skills, abilities and ambitions. We offer working options that flex to reflect the way people work today and take the time to understand and support your individual needs. We’re driven to make a positive difference to the world around us and encourage everyone with drive and focus to join us and build an influential and impactful career. Reimagine the possibilities.

In return, you’ll enjoy:

up to 29 days annual leave entitlement (pro rata), plus UK bank holidays and two paid volunteering days
membership of a competitive Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)
travel, lifestyle, health and wellbeing benefits
performance-related annual pay progression, in addition to an annual cost-of-living pay increase
training and encouragement to expand your knowledge
a variety of career development opportunities across our organisation
diverse and active staff networks
flexible working options, with the right to request flexible working from your first day

Plus lots more!

If you want to know more about our benefits, values and equality commitments please visit our Suffolk County Council careers website (careers.Suffolk.gov.uk) .

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