Chief Economic Growth Officer

4 weeks ago


Manchester, United Kingdom Austin Fraser Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Chief Economic Growth Officer to join our team at Austin Fraser. In this key role, you will be responsible for driving the successful development and delivery of both domestic and international inward investment into Greater Manchester.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in economic development, with experience in managing teams and developing effective networks of key stakeholders. They will also possess excellent communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to engage effectively with senior leaders across local, national, and global organisations.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Contribute to the development of MIDAS' strategic engagement with the public and private sector in Greater Manchester, including account management of key foreign-owned companies and engagement with key markets.
  • Manage the marketing and activity budget with the existing team, ensuring that activity is well planned and evaluated and that financial guidelines and processes are adhered to.
  • Lead and develop a high-performing team to meet targets within budget, overseeing capital investment attraction, real estate and developer engagement, business development aligned with the Local Industrial Strategy, and account management for foreign-owned businesses in Greater Manchester.
  • Work with key intermediaries, including the Department for Business and Trade and Office for Investment, to optimize the effectiveness of business development activity and opportunities.

Estimated Salary: £80,000 - £110,000 per annum.



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