Assistant Director for Economic Development and Regeneration

Newstartmag; Manchester; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A local council based in Bolton is seeking an experienced Assistant Director for Economic Development and Regeneration to lead initiatives aimed at reshaping the borough's future. The ideal candidate will have a track record in economic development, outstanding leadership skills, and expertise in managing strategic projects. Responsibilities include spearheading flagship investment schemes and collaborating with various stakeholders to enhance local business growth. A commitment to community benefits is essential for this role.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in economic development and regeneration.
• Experience in shaping investment pipelines and infrastructure.
• Strong leadership skills with a focus on community benefits.

Responsibilities

• Lead the economic development team to support local businesses.
• Drive flagship development schemes in Bolton.
• Collaborate with public and private sectors for strategic growth.

Skills

Commercial insight

Programme management

Building partnerships

Political astuteness

Job description

Assistant Director for Economic Development and Regeneration

Bolton is a thriving, investment‑ready borough with a clear vision for growth and a strong sense of ‘place’. With the second largest employee base in Greater Manchester, we are proactive in our strategies to ensure that no one is left behind, delivering investment and regeneration schemes that are reshaping our future and having a positive impact upon our residents.

As Assistant Director for Economic Development and Regeneration, you will
be joining an ambitious and delivery-focused team, assuming leadership
responsibilities for the delivery of the Council and Vision Partnership priorities
for growth and investment. You will drive flagship schemes such as the £200m mixed-use redevelopment of Crompton Place in our town centre, a residential, hotel and commercial scheme at Church Wharf, investment in strategic employment hubs such as Logistics North and Wingates, whilst also progressing the ambitious Wigan-Bolton growth location (Northfold), and working to establish a Mayoral Development Corporation for Bolton Town Centre in collaboration with the Combined Authority. You will lead our
economic development team with a focus on supporting the growth and
development of existing and new businesses, promoting Bolton to investors, advancing our Economic Growth & Resilience Plan and ensuring that local people are able to access support to gain skills, qualifications and work experience to secure sustainable employment.

A strategic delivery‑focused leader with a proven track record, you will bring
commercial insight, programme management experience and a background in shaping investment pipelines, spatial planning and infrastructure. Skilled at building partnerships across public and private sectors, you will be politically astute, collaborative and credible with senior stakeholders. We are looking for an inclusive leader with an evidence‑led and delivery‑focused approach to decision‑making, and a clear commitment to securing community benefit, unlocking homes, jobs and skills across Bolton.

If you thrive on delivery and want to help shape Bolton, we’d love to hear from you!

Speak to our executive search partner, GatenbySanderson, Marnie Lodhi (07795654 812) or Philip Emms (07590 225472)

Closing Date: Friday 6 February 2026

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This role expires06/02/2026.