GLCCA Head of Economic

Working Pattern
:
Office based, full-time

Location
:
Lincoln, on-site, with travel across Greater Lincolnshire

Closing Date
: 19 July 2026

Interviews
: 6 August 2026

Greater Lincolnshire Combined County Authority (GLCCA)

Leadership Role | Shape the region’s economic future

Greater Lincolnshire is on the cusp of significant growth. With a strong devolution deal, priority sectors including agri-food, defence, energy and advanced manufacturing, and a clear ambition to scale investment and productivity, we are seeking an outstanding leader to drive our economic agenda.

As Head of Economic Growth
, you will lead the design and delivery of a bold, place‑based economic strategy, translating the Mayor’s vision into investable, impactful programmes.

You will:

• Lead the region’s economic growth agenda
  , driving investment, trade and sector development
• Shape and deliver major funding programmes (including Local Growth Fund and successor programmes) with robust governance and measurable impact
• Develop and execute an ambitious Investment & Trade Strategy
  , building a strong pipeline of opportunities and positioning Greater Lincolnshire on the national and global stage
• Unlock public and private investment
  , working at the interface of government, business and investors
• Provide trusted strategic advice to the Mayor and senior leadership on growth, policy and emerging opportunities
• Champion key sectors and rural growth
  , ensuring inclusive, sustainable economic outcomes
• Lead a high‑performing team and build strong partnerships across local, national and international stakeholders

You will be a credible, high-impact leader with a track record of delivery in complex, high-profile environments.

You will bring:

• Proven leadership in economic growth, investment and sector development
• Strong experience securing funding and developing business cases
• Commercial acumen and experience shaping and delivering investment propositions
• Ability to operate confidently with political leadership and senior stakeholders
• A track record of leading teams and delivering results at pace
• Play a defining leadership role in one of the newest Combined Authorities
• Shape a high‑growth, high‑potential economy
• Work directly with the Mayor and senior leaders to deliver visible impact
• Lead major programmes that unlock investment, jobs and innovation at scale

• Salary £60,050 - £65,878 (pay award pending)