Service Director of Economy, Property And Regeneration

Job Description

Service Director – Economy, Property & Regeneration

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North East England | Hybrid Working

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£700 – £1,000 per day

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We are supporting a leading local authority in the North East in appointing an experienced Interim Service Director – Economy, Property & Regeneration.

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This is a high-profile leadership opportunity for a strategic and commercially minded public sector leader to drive economic growth, regeneration, inward investment, asset management, and business development across a diverse portfolio. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in shaping place-based growth strategies and delivering major regeneration and investment programmes.

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Key Responsibilities of the Service Director of Economy, Property and Regeneration:

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• Lead the delivery of economic growth, regeneration, property, and inward investment strategies.

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• Drive business growth initiatives and develop strong relationships with businesses, investors, and regional stakeholders.

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• Oversee the management, modernisation, and strategic development of significant property and land assets.

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• Secure external funding opportunities and maximise investment into regeneration and economic development projects.

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• Lead major programmes and capital projects that support employment, business growth, and community prosperity.

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• Provide strategic advice to senior elected members, executive leadership teams, and key external partners.

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The Successful Service Director of Economy, Property and Regeneration will have:

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• Significant senior leadership experience within local government or a related public sector environment.

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• A strong track record in regeneration, economic development, property, growth, or investment.

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• Extensive programme and project management experience.

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• Proven success in stakeholder engagement, partnership working, and influencing at a senior level.

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• Strong commercial awareness and strategic thinking capabilities.

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• Experience working with elected members, government agencies, businesses, and regional partners.

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To find out more or discuss the opportunity in confidence, please get in touch.

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