The Heart of the South West LEP is a strong and dynamic partnership between the private sector, local authorities, universities and further education across Somerset, Devon, Plymouth and Torbay.

We have established an impressive track record leading and influencing economic growth, job creation and prosperity across the Heart of the South West.

This is an exciting time to be joining a Local Enterprise Partnership (LEP) – work is underway with our partners developing a devolution deal with Government and at the same time rolling out our pipeline of £500m of investments. Reporting to the Chief Executive, this role leads a small core team in the LEP and working collaboratively with a wide range of other staff in our partners.

As a key member of the LEP’s senior management team, the role also directs LEP strategy (and development of our LEP wide devolution productivity plan), investment programme management and ramping up our engagement and communications with stakeholders to ensure we maximise our impact whilst developing the partnerships needed to build the global distinctiveness of our economy.

The ideal candidate will have senior level experience of working collaboratively with public and private sector partners on economic development or strategic economic plans / programmes in a fast paced, high profile environment. Experience of facilitating cluster development in a similar organisation would also be an advantage.

Also sought is the ability to commence work quickly to support development work on our devolution deal; an initial contract (or secondment opportunity) for a year is on offer.

Please provide your CV and details of remuneration or daily rate sought, by email to janet.powell@heartofswlep.co.uk.