Local Economic Partnership Project Assistant

Only application forms containing all the information, which has been sought, will be considered. The shortlisting panel will base shortlisting decisions on the information contained within the Essential Criteria narrative sections of the application form. It is the applicant's responsibility to provide sufficient relevant information including dates in this section of the form for each criteria. Applications will only be accepted on the application forms provided; Curriculum Vitaes will not be accepted. Closing date for receipt of completed applications is Monday, 23 November 2026 at 4.00pm.

A fixed-term vacancy currently exists within Mid and East Antrim Borough Council for the following post and applications are invited from suitably qualified and experienced candidates:-

Local Economic Partnership Project Assistant

Hours of Work: 37 Hours per week

Status: This is a fixed term position until March 28.

Salary: Scale SO2 and in the range SCP 28- 30, currently £40,444 - £42,123 per annum.

Location: The location of the post will be in Ballymena but requirements of the post may result in the postholder having to work in locations across Mid and East Antrim.

MAIN PURPOSE OF THE JOB

Support and assist the Local Economic Partnership Co-ordinator in the development and delivery of the Mid and East Antrim Local Economic Partnership (LEP).

Assist in project coordination, stakeholder engagement, research, reporting and administrative duties. The role will help ensure that LEP activity is delivered efficiently and in line with strategic economic priorities for the borough.

Ensure that all responsibilities are carried out in a timely and effective manner and that general confidentiality is maintained in all areas relating to the work of the Council.

Employer Information

Mid & East Antrim Borough Council
E: human.resources@midandeastantrim.gov.uk
T: 0300 1245000
W: midandeastantrim.gov.uk