Business Engagement and Grants Officer

Esher, United Kingdom | Posted on 27/07/2026

At Civic Recruitment and Limited, we know that individuals are more than just fixed expenses; they are the cornerstone of every thriving organisation. That’s why we are passionate about transforming recruitment in the public and private sectors.

In the modern job market, organisations in both public and private sectors face significant workforce challenges. Public sector entities, such as local councils and central government departments, often struggle with lengthy recruitment processes, limited access to qualified candidates, and stringent budgetary and regulatory constraints. Private sector businesses, on the other hand, encounter high turnover rates, difficulties managing a mix of permanent and temporary staff, and challenges in sourcing specialised talent for niche industries.

These sector-specific obstacles, coupled with the universal complexities of payroll management, create a pressing need for efficient workforce solutions.

Civic Recruitment Limited addresses these challenges with innovative recruitment and payroll solutions tailored for diverse organisational needs. Recognising the critical hurdles organisations face, the company leverages its expertise to streamline processes, reduce recruitment times, and alleviate administrative burdens. With an extensive database of over 1 million pre-screened candidates, Civic Recruitment Limited is well-positioned to cater to the specific needs of both public and private sectors.

• The Business Engagement and Grants Officer is instrumental in fostering the vitality, resilience, and sustainable growth of Elmbridge's local economy. This role involves close collaboration with independent businesses, SMEs, Business Improvement Districts (BIDs), chambers of commerce, traders' associations, and other stakeholders to enhance the prosperity of town and village centers across the borough.

• Actively engage with independent businesses and SMEs through regular visits to Elmbridge's town and village centers.
• Establish and nurture strong relationships with business owners, traders, BIDs, chambers of commerce, business associations, and other local stakeholders.
• Serve as the primary contact for businesses seeking information, support, and grant funding.
• Provide guidance and direct businesses to relevant Council services, including Planning, Licensing, Environmental Health, Waste Management, Business Rates, and Property Services.
• Represent the Council at business meetings, networking events, workshops, stakeholder forums, and town-centre initiatives.
• Collaborate with internal departments to deliver coordinated support for businesses.

• Experience in business engagement, grants administration, customer-facing business support, or economic development activities.
• Proficiency in managing administrative processes, documentation, databases, financial records, or grant-related information.
• Proven ability to work with multiple stakeholders and build productive professional relationships.
• Strong skills in prioritising workloads and managing multiple tasks within deadlines.
• A-Level education or equivalent relevant professional experience.
• Training, qualification, or demonstrable experience in business support, economic development, customer engagement, project coordination, or administration.

• Working hours:
  
  36 hours per week
• Location:
  
  High Street, Esher, Surrey, KT10 9SD
  , United Kingdom
• Interviews will be conducted in person at the Elmbridge Civic Centre, High Street, Esher, Surrey, KT10 9SD
• Driving license required
• Work pattern:
  Minimum 2 days a week in the office with flexibility to work in the office as required