Director of Economy & Skills
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£ 135398 - 175419
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Please note this vacancy is only available to Birmingham City Council employees.
Director of Economy & Skills
Permanent
B02 - 135398 to 175419 pro rata
Consultation grade - subject to formal evaluation under the Pay Equity Review
Working 36.5 hours per week
About the Role
We are seeking a dynamic and visionary leader to shape the future of Birminghams economy. As Director of Economy and Skills you will lead the citys economic development agenda driving inward investment business growth skills and cultural place strategies. This pivotal role will ensure Birmingham realises its full potential as a thriving inclusive and globally competitive city.
You will champion the citys Economy and Place Strategy overseeing key regeneration zones aligning skills with business needs and strengthening Birminghams cultural sporting and tourism offer. Working with partners locally and nationally you will unlock investment improve opportunities for residents and position Birmingham as a leading destination for business talent and visitors.
This is an opportunity to make a significant impactshaping Birminghams growth supporting communities and securing a prosperous and inclusive future for the city.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Lead the delivery of Birminghams Economy and Place Strategy ensuring clear outcomes for growth investment skills and culture.
- Drive inward investment and regeneration across the citys Enterprise Zone Investment Zone and East Birmingham Inclusive Growth Zone securing maximum social financial and environmental impact.
- Oversee the citys adult skills and employment strategy with a focus on tackling youth unemployment and supporting residents in the most deprived communities.
- Champion Birminghams cultural sporting and tourism offer strengthening the citys global profile and maximising the visitor economy.
- Build strong relationships with businesses investors developers and partners including the West Midlands Combined Authority Homes England and Government departments.
- Act as the Councils lead representative at major events and forums promoting Birminghams ambitions for inclusive growth and investment.
- Provide strategic oversight of city centre management working with Business Improvement Districts to deliver the citys future growth plans.
- Lead inspire and develop a high-performing team embedding a culture of accountability innovation and measurable delivery.
- Work closely with Cabinet Members senior officers and Commissioners to provide expert advice briefings and assurance on economic growth skills and cultural strategies.
- Collaborate across directorates to align economic skills cultural and regeneration initiatives with Birminghams wider corporate priorities including climate housing transport and wellbeing.
For any informal enquires please contact:
Please upload your up-to-date CV via the attachments part of your application this is required for shortlisting. Unfortunately we cannot consider any applications without a CV attached.
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We want to ensure your recruitment journey with us is a positive and equitable one so please let us know if there are any reasonable adjustments additional support accessibility needs or if there is any way in which we can support you through your application.
We welcome applications from people with caring responsibilities and flexible working options will be considered.
A Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check will be undertaken.
Proof of Right to work in the UK will be required for all applicants in accordance withUK Home Office requirements before any employment offer can be confirmed.
Job Description and PersonSpecification - Director of Economy and Skills
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Required Experience:
Director
Employment Type
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