Jobs

Help shape the future of Ribble Valley. Support local businesses. Deliver exciting projects. Make a real difference.

We're looking for a proactive, organised and enthusiastic Assistant Economic Development Officer to join our team. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in supporting economic growth across the borough, working with businesses, partners and stakeholders to deliver projects that strengthen the local economy.

From supporting the delivery of our ambitious Economic Plan to helping organise the renowned Clitheroe Food Festival, no two days are the same. If you're passionate about supporting businesses, building partnerships and delivering successful projects, we'd love to hear from you.

You'll be an excellent communicator with strong organisational skills and exceptional attention to detail. You'll enjoy working collaboratively, managing a varied workload and building positive relationships with businesses, partners and colleagues. You’ll join a supportive team where your ideas, enthusiasm and commitment will help shape the borough's future.

If you are interested in having a formal chat about this position, please contact Hassan Ditta, Senior Economic Development Officer on 01200 414424.

If you're ready to help drive economic growth and make a lasting difference, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and become part of our ambitious Economic Development team.

Join us to receive a host of benefits such as favourable working hours, generous leave entitlement, occupational pension scheme, training and development opportunities, discounts at major retailers and a cycle to work scheme.

Closing date: Monday, 24 August 2026

Interview date: Wednesday, 2 September 2026

To apply online: ribblevalley.gov.uk/jobs

Other ways to apply: For a paper application pack, send your contact details and vacancy reference number to HR@ribblevalley.gov.uk or call 01200 414596 (24-hour answerphone)

Reasonable adjustments: For any part of the recruitment process, please email us or provide further information on your application form.

Right to close early: We reserve the right to close job vacancies before the deadline, so please apply early to avoid disappointment.

Company: Ribble Valley Borough Council

Salary: Scale 4 (scp 10-13) £27,694 to £29,064 per annum

Location: Clitheroe, Lancashire

Sector: Regeneration and Local Economies

Sector: Economic Development

Job Role: Officer