Job Description

We're looking for a Business Investment Officer, Interested?

Do you want a role where you're recognised for what you do, given the opportunity to thrive and have the chance to be the best version of yourself? Interested in joining a great organisation with an employee offer and experience that rivals others? Are you looking for a new challenge? If so, please keep reading as you're just what we're looking for!

The team...

Do you have a passion for working with businesses to improve the economic prosperity of the North East?



The successful applicant(s) will join Business Gateshead, a dedicated team within the Council that works with partners to create the conditions for business at all stages to thrive and prosper through a mix of cross-cutting and sector-specific activities.

About the role....

There are three roles available:





P544070 Business Investment Officer (Sector Development), Grade H (35,235 to 37,938 pa)



Full Time, 37 Hours a week, Permanent





P104024 Business Investment Officer (Inward Investment) Grade H (35,235 to 37,938 pa)



Full Time, 37 Hours a week. Fixed term 12 month contract, any extension is subject to funding.



M520526 Business Investment Officer (Inward Investment) Grade H (35,235 to 37,938 pa)



Full Time, 37 Hours a week. Temporary - 1 year to cover maternity leave.





The Business Investment Officer (Sector Development) will work with partners to develop and deliver a programme of intensive business support activities to encourage and enable high growth potential businesses in target sectors to connect with opportunities and to develop an ecosystem to support their continued growth within Gateshead.





The Business Investment Officer (Inward Investment) will work with partners to promote Gateshead as a sustainable investment location and be responsible for developing and leading on a caseload of business inward investment projects, generating new project leads from both within the UK and overseas, and managing the client journey from initial engagement through to successful investment.





The Business Investment Officer (SME Support) will focus primarily on providing an effective response to new start-ups and existing businesses to promote resilience and growth, ensuring that business investment and employment opportunities are maximised within the borough.



The ideal candidate(s) will be flexible to the needs of Gateshead, working with a wide range of businesses and delivering initiatives to stimulate enterprise, drive investment, competitiveness, innovation and productivity improvements.



With demonstratable knowledge of local economic conditions; local, national and regional business support services and business management processes, you will possess a relevant degree or equivalent qualification, substantial and relevant experience may be acceptable as an alternative, and have experience of working with businesses to influence investment decisions and collaborating with partners to deliver outcomes.



Secondment requests will be considered.

A bit about Gateshead Council...

Gateshead is a constantly changing borough combining modern facilities with a fascinating heritage and the demand for our services continues to grow. We engage with many partners and contract a high number of services to deliver the best outcomes for our community. We're truly committed to providing our customers with the highest quality of service and we need like-minded people who can help us deliver a sector leading service. We need people who want to make a difference, who are talented, possess the right knowledge and skills and who want the chance to demonstrate how good they are.





People really are our greatest asset at Gateshead Council, and we value every employee. We encourage our people to think differently, do the right thing and be innovative.

What's in it for you? Well, there's so much on offer and here's just a few of the highlights!

You'll be paid a competitive salary of 35,235 to 37,938 pa, subject to pay award. We'll help you save for your future with an outstanding employer contribution to your pension. You will receive an annual leave entitlement starting at 28 days per year (pro-rata for part time employees) rising to 32, 2 of which may be fixed by the council at any time. You also have the chance to buy up to 10 additional holidays per year. You'll have the opportunity to participate in the Council's Flexi time scheme, subject to management approval and business needs, which could be up to 26 flexi days per year. We offer hybrid working arrangements to ensure a positive work life balance. A robust Workforce Development offer with opportunities for learning to progress your career and to enhance your knowledge in specific areas. You'll have access to great health and wellbeing support and ability to use our cycle to work scheme. Working with our partners, GLL you can also access discounted leisure facilities Gym and Leisure Centre Memberships | Better You'll have access to our new benefits platform VIVUP where you can get discounts and offers on online and high street shopping

It's time to apply!

We're delighted that you want to come and work with us. Please take a look at the full job profile via this link