Regeneration Officer

1. If you're passionate about making a difference and working on a diverse range of exciting initiatives, this role is for you.
2. You will contribute to the Council’s placemaking agenda, manage grant funding initiatives, and lead empty property programmes, helping to revitalise communities and stimulate economic growth.
3. To support the procurement, commissioning and management of work by consultants, contractors and other service providers for assigned projects.

The Economic Development and Neighbourhood Regeneration team plays a vital role in supporting businesses, communities, and individuals across the Vale, helping them bring their ideas to life and grow successful ventures. By fostering innovation and collaboration, we aim to make the Vale a thriving place to live and work. Working closely with both Welsh and National Government, our team administers a variety of business grant schemes, provides interest-free loans, and offers empty property grants to revitalise homes in poor condition. Together, we’re driving economic growth and building stronger, more vibrant communities.

About the role

Pay Details: Grade 7 £30,296 - £33,945 (Temporary contract 3 years) Hours of Work / Working Pattern: 37 hours per week Main Place of Work: Docks Offices, Barry Description: This key role within our team will be instrumental in driving business growth and attracting inward investment. You will collaborate closely with the Regeneration team and other departments across the Council to deliver impactful outcomes. As part of your role, you will contribute to the Council’s placemaking agenda, manage grant funding initiatives, and lead empty property programmes, helping to revitalise communities and stimulate economic growth. No two days are the same. One day, you could be organising business start-up clubs, the next you might be engaging with investors or working with local communities and businesses to develop and implement innovative new projects. If you're passionate about making a difference and working on a diverse range of exciting initiatives, this role is for you.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

The job description refers to the principal duties and responsibilities of the Post. It does not necessarily list in detail all the tasks required to carry out  these duties and responsibilities.

• To assist in the delivery of services to promote economic development & regeneration in the Vale of Glamorgan.
• To support the delivery of regeneration projects aimed at securing the environmental, economic and social well being of the Vale of Glamorgan, including management of project budgets.
• To proactively develop economic development projects with internal and external partners.
• To support the procurement, commissioning and management of work by consultants, contractors and other service providers for assigned projects.
• To advise and support community groups and businesses, increasing their capacity to deliver local regeneration, including engagement and widespread community consultation

About you

Proven track record of successfully achieving targets • An understanding of social and economic issues • Excellent communication skills • Self motivated • Experience of budget management