Description
Employer
Bromsgrove and Redditch Councils
Location
Bromsgrove District Council Parkside Market Street, Bromsgrove, Worcestershire
Salary
Grade 7 (£37,563 - £42,123)
Closing date
18 Oct 2026
Reference
BR/TP/175/640
Sector
Local Councils
Job Type
Economic development
Contract Type
Permanent
Working Pattern
Standard
Hours
Full-Time
Job Details
Company
Job Details
Situated in North Worcestershire, Bromsgrove District Council and Redditch Borough Council share services. The Councils are committed to being a customer driven organisation, with our customers at the heart of everything we do; focused on improving delivery services that make a difference to the community that we serve.
The Role
Do you have a passion for creating vibrant town centres and thriving local communities? We are looking for a proactive and organised Project Delivery Officer to support projects and initiatives that enhance the attractiveness, vitality and economic performance of Bromsgrove and Redditch's town and district centres. Working with businesses, community organisations and partners, you will help deliver activities that make our centres great places to live, work, visit and invest.
Key Responsibilities
Support the delivery of projects, programmes and initiatives that promote business growth, workforce development and economic prosperity across the two districts.
Build and maintain effective relationships with local employers, education providers, training organisations and strategic partners.
Assist in the development of funding bids, project proposals and business cases to attract investment into business and skills programmes.
Monitor project performance, analyse data and evaluate outcomes to ensure programmes deliver measurable benefits for businesses and residents.
Support events, workshops and promotional activity.
Produce reports, briefings and performance information for senior managers, elected Members and funding bodies.
Skills & Experience
Essential
Experience of supporting or delivering economic development, business support, employability or skills-related projects.
Knowledge of business support, economic growth and skills programmes and how they contribute to local economic development.
Understanding of business needs, economic trends and the challenges facing local employers and communities.
Experience of working with a range of stakeholders across the public, private and voluntary sectors.
Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to produce reports and present information clearly.
Analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret information and contribute to service improvement.
Educated to HND/C, Level 4 equivalent or degree level in a business, project management or related discipline, or able to demonstrate equivalent relevant experience.
Desirable
Experience of monitoring and evaluating projects and programmes.
Experience of preparing funding applications or securing external funding.
Knowledge of financial management, procurement or project monitoring processes.
Experience of working with employers, colleges, training providers or business networks.
Additional Information
The Councils offer a range of staff benefits:
Pension
Generous leave entitlements starting at 25 days plus bank holidays (pro-rata)
Flexible working, where appropriate
Employee Assistance Programme
Access to employee benefits platform where you can find discounts for high street shops, leisure discounts, holiday discounts, salary sacrifice schemes and more
What Next?
Need further information? Please contact Lyndsey Berry, Economic Growth Manager (Towns and Centres) on 01527 881221 or email Lyndsey.berry@bromsgroveandredditch.gov.uk or recruitment@bromsgroveandredditch.gov.uk.
Interviews will take place w/c 02 Nov 2026.
