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Associate Economic Director

Vella Recruitmentmanchester area, united kingdom🇬🇧United KingdomPosted 16 Aug 2026

Why This Role Stands Out

Advance your career with a leading, award-winning firm where you'll lead high-profile projects and develop your business acumen, enjoying a competitive salary and a supportive hybrid work environment. If you possess a passion for economic development and thrive on mentorship and project management, this opportunity offers significant growth and impact. Apply now to join a reputable team focused on employee well-being and professional advancement.

Quick Overview

Salary
£55k - £70k/yr
Seniority
Leader
Work mode
Hybrid
Location
manchester area, united kingdom, United Kingdom
Business Development

Job Description

OPPORTUNITY SNAPSHOT

Vella Recruitment are working with an award-winning planning-led SME based in Central Manchester, who have an outstanding reputation in the market. They are looking for an Associate Director within their Economic Development and Socio-Economics team.


THE HEADLINES:

Title: Economic Associate Director

Experience required: 6+ years’ experience

Salary: £55,000 - £70,000 + excellent bonus

Location: Central Manchester

Type of Company: Planning-led SME

Hybrid Working: Yes, flexible (3 in office/2 work from home)


WHO ARE THEY?

Our client are a highly reputable planning-led SME who are based in Central Manchester. Not only do they work on the most outstanding and high-profile projects, but they are known in the market for their employee well-being focus! This opportunity will enhance your technical abilities, project exposure, mentoring and management skills and have a work-winning/business development focus, all with the most outstanding support and understanding that a good work-life balance matters!


WHO THEY ARE LOOKING FOR:

You’ll need 6+ years’ experience from a similar discipline. Have a hunger and drive for business development and building your network. Strong experience across business case, socio-economic and economic development work streams. Enjoy mentoring junior staff and managing multiple projects at any one time.

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