Job Advertisement: Head of Business Growth

Location: Midlands
Contract Type: Temporary
Duration: 6 Months
Daily Rate: £700 (Inside IR35)
Working Pattern: Hybrid (2 Days Onsite)

Our client is seeking an experienced and dynamic Head of Business Growth to join a high-profile regional organisation at the forefront of economic growth and business engagement across the Midlands. This temporary role offers a unique opportunity to lead transformative initiatives that will shape the future of business support and drive significant economic outcomes.

The Role:

As the Head of Business Growth, you will be instrumental in steering the Business Growth function through a period of development and change. Key responsibilities include:

Strategic Leadership: Guide the direction of business growth and engagement activities, ensuring effective support for businesses and clear pathways into programmes.
Stakeholder Engagement: Foster strong relationships with a diverse network of businesses, sector groups, local authorities, universities, and delivery partners to create a robust business support ecosystem.
Team Management: Provide direction and support to a growing team, balancing strategic oversight with hands-on leadership.
Market Intelligence: Gather insights to inform future strategies, ensuring business needs align with broader economic growth priorities.
Representation: Act as a representative at senior stakeholder meetings and partnership forums, championing the organisation's objectives.

About You:

The ideal candidate will possess:

A strong track record in business growth, economic development, or business support environments.
Experience in roles within Combined Authorities, Local Government, Local Enterprise Partnerships (LEPs), Growth Hubs, Chambers of Commerce, Economic Development Organisations, Inward Investment Agencies, or Business Membership Organisations.
Excellent stakeholder management and partnership-building skills, with a proven ability to operate in complex public sector environments.
Exceptional communication, engagement, and influencing skills, with the ability to inspire confidence across the organisation and its network.

The Ideal Candidate:

Our client seeks a credible leader who understands the nuances of business growth and can quickly establish trust across stakeholders. The successful candidate will excel in:

Navigating complexity and developing partnerships.
Creating conditions for sustainable business growth.
Bringing people together to drive impactful initiatives.

Contract Details:

Job Title: Head of Business Growth
Location: Midlands
Duration: Initial 6-Month Contract
Rate: £700 per day
IR35: Inside IR35
Working Pattern: Hybrid, with 2 days per week onsite
Start Date: ASAP
Reason for Hire: Interim cover for a permanent vacancy

This is an exciting opportunity to make a real difference in the Midlands' economic landscape. For a confidential discussion about this role, please contact the Adecco Public Sector team. The impact of your leadership could shape the future of business growth in the region!

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