Defence Growth Officer (Supply Chain and Pipeline)

Huntingdonshire District Council; Godmanchester; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in Godmanchester seeks a Defence Growth Officer to enhance supply chains and promote economic growth within the defence sector. The role involves building partnerships with stakeholders, driving collaborative efforts, and supporting local businesses in accessing defence opportunities. Ideal candidates possess a strong understanding of the defence industry and excellent communication skills. The position offers a fixed-term, full-time contract with a hybrid work model.

Benefits

Flexitime

Hybrid work model

Inclusive working environment

Qualifications

• Enthusiastic professional with a background in economic development or related field.
• Experience in business engagement and stakeholder relationships.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.

Responsibilities

• Support strategic goals in defence and economic growth.
• Connect local businesses with opportunities in the defence sector.
• Develop solutions for collaboration between local companies and defence partners.

Skills

Understanding of the defence industry

Stakeholder relationship building

Business engagement experience

Analytical skills

Excellent verbal communication

Innovative mindset

Education

Background in economic development or business management

Job description

Defence Growth Officer (Supply Chain and Pipeline)

Hours 37 Hours Weekly (18 Month Fixed-Term Contract)

Location Huntingdon

Contract Type Fixed term full time

Closing Date 19 January 2026 09:00

Huntingdonshire District Council (HDC) is passionate about providing high-quality services to our communities, residents and businesses. This means we must employ and retain the most talented and dedicated people.

Situated within the heart of the Cambridge-Peterborough Growth Area, Huntingdonshire is a beautiful district that boasts thriving market towns and many attractive villages, each with its own identity. We are an innovative and forward-thinking local authority whose residents are at the heart of our decision-making.

At HDC we want to employ staff who embody our icare values (Inspiring, Collaborative, Accountable, Respectful, Enterprising), all of which support our ultimate purpose of putting our customers first.

Job details

Join us as our Defence Growth Officer (Supply Chain and Pipeline)! We are seeking a motivated and driven Defence Growth Officer to join our Economic Development team on a fixed-term basis for up to 18 months.

About the role

In this pivotal role, you will support our strategic goals in defence and economic growth, working closely with the Defence and Growth Lead and the wider Economic Development team.

Your focus will be on enhancing the local, regional, and national supply chain by connecting Huntingdonshire businesses with opportunities in the defence sector.

You will be instrumental in developing solutions that enable local companies to collaborate with defence industry partners and the Ministry of Defence. By fostering robust supply chains and skills pipelines, you will contribute to making Huntingdonshire a leader in economic innovation and growth.

This position requires a proactive approach to building partnerships with stakeholders, including businesses, government entities, and community organisations, all while promoting an inclusive economy.

About you

You are an enthusiastic professional with a background in economic development, business management, or a related field, and you possess a deep understanding of the defence industry.

Your experience in business engagement and proven ability to establish strong stakeholder relationships will enable you to drive collaborative efforts that lead to successful economic outcomes.

With excellent communication skills, both and verbal, you can articulate complex ideas clearly to various audiences. Your innovative mindset and analytical abilities will allow you to tackle challenges creatively, making you a key contributor to Huntingdonshire’s economic growth strategy.

If you are passionate about making a difference in the local economy and have the skills to support our defence sector initiatives, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

Join us in our mission to position Huntingdonshire as a prime location for business and development in the defence sector!

An offer of employment is conditional upon having the right to work in the UK. HDC does not hold a Sponsorship Licence and is unable to provide a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) or take over sponsorship for any role.

To apply for this position, please complete the application form .
The closing date is 9am 19 January 2026 and interviews will be held the week commencing 26 January 2026.

However, this is a rolling campaign and we’ll be reviewing applications on an ongoing basis and will close the advert early should we receive suitable applications, so please don't delay in applying!

For many of our roles, our hybrid work model enables employees to work remotely while allowing for in-office collaboration opportunities across the district, with an expectation of being in the office at least two days a week. However, please note that some positions may require a more consistent presence in the office due to the nature of the work.

Please note that the official closing date is as above, and will be the correct date. Some third-party websites may have different dates. Please refer to the HDC website for the official closing date to ensure you do not miss out on applying.

Working for the council

As an employer who values diversity of thought, we seek to employ candidates from a range of backgrounds in order to make our organisation more innovative. We are seeking candidates who are looking for their next career opportunity and are supportive employers, enabling our staff to work in an environment that produces high standards of work in an employee-led environment.

Equality, diversity and inclusion are at the heart of our recruitment and along with our values we are committed to creating an inclusive working environment, where diversity is valued and there is equality of opportunity. We therefore welcome applications from all sections of the community and we offer a range of benefits, including flexitime, to encourage a work-life balance.