Job Description

To apply: West Lindsey District Council does not accept CV's. All applications must be submitted through our West Lindsey District Council website.

Band 5 25,183 - 25,584 per annum (pay award pending)

Full time 37hrs per week, permanent

Based at the Guildhall, Gainsborough

We have an exciting new opportunity for an enthusiastic and motivated individual to help us drive forward the growth and development of the Gainsborough Market in the newly developed and regenerated town centre.

As the Markets Development Officer, you will provide a vital link in building positive relationships between stakeholders in the town centre including market traders (new and old), local businesses, developers, community groups, town and district councils.

You will actively support Market Rasen and Caistor Town Councils in their market delivery, sharing contacts, promotions and best practice. We are particularly looking to promote the markets to increase footfall and the dwell time in the town centres across West Lindsey, encouraging more shoppers and visitors to the areas.

Working as part of the Commercial Services Team, you will forge links with colleagues across the Council, especially in the Cultural, Growth and Communications teams.

You should have a strong knowledge of retail and the challenges the town centres face and be able to support small businesses and traders in a retail environment. You will require strong people skills, with the ability to motivate and influence others to achieve successful and sustainable outcomes to ensure the town centres thrive.

The post-holder will also be confident in promoting the town centres using social media and other marketing platforms to gain engagement in the town centre activities, traders and businesses. As a part of the Commercial Services Team, you will work alongside the Cultural Team to support and develop the events within the town centre for businesses and the community.

This post will be required to work the weekly Tuesday and Saturday markets in the Gainsborough Market Place.

To apply: Please visit our website for a full and Person Specification, for more details about the role and to apply online.

Please note we do not accept CV's as a form of application.

Applicants will be subject to a criminal record check.

All recruitment correspondence, including interview invites will be sent out via email.

If you would like to discuss the role, contact Cara Markham at cara.markham@west-lindsey.gov.uk

Closing date: Tuesday 5th August 2025

Interview date: Monday 11th August 2025

The Council has a commitment to equal opportunities and welcomes applicants from all sections of the community. Also, we operate a no smoking policy.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 25,183.00-25,584.00 per year

Benefits:

Additional leave Company pension Cycle to work scheme Sick pay Work from home
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Gainsborough DN21 9SB

Application deadline: 05/08/2025
Reference ID: RE00151