An Economic Development Officer works within UK local authorities to support business growth, investment, employment initiatives and local economic development programmes. They help deliver projects that strengthen the local economy, improve town centres, attract investment and support regeneration priorities.
This role involves project delivery, partnership working, business engagement and contributing to wider regeneration and place-making strategies.
Main Responsibilities
Support delivery of economic development and business growth projects
Engage with local businesses, investors and partner organisations
Assist with funding bids, business cases and project documentation
Contribute to town centre, regeneration and employment initiatives
Provide economic insights and data to support strategic planning
Coordinate events, business forums and engagement activities
Represent the authority at meetings, workshops and public events
Typical Employers
Local authorities
Combined authorities
Urban development corporations
Economic partnerships
Salary Range
Economic Development Officer salaries typically range from £36,000 to £48,000, depending on location and project scale.