Economic Team Co-ordinator

Job Title: Economic Team Co-ordinatorLocation: Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire (with flexible working options)Salary: UP TO £18 p/h PAYEContract Type: Full-Time, 6 month contractAbout the Role:Opus People Solutions are seeking a proactive, organised, and dynamic Economic Team Co-ordinator to support the International Trade, Investment and Innovation Manager at Cambridgeshire and Peterborough Combined Authority (CPCA).This pivotal role ensures the smooth co-ordination and delivery of activities that drive sectoral economic growth across Cambridgeshire and Peterborough.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a high-performing, forward-looking team focused on innovation, trade, and investment, helping to deliver projects that shape the region's economic future.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to embed best practice and streamline team processes.

• Manage the diary of the International Trade, Investment and Innovation Manager and co-ordinate with Executive Support across the wider organisation.

• Support event planning and logistics, including booking and payment processing.

• Prepare agendas, take minutes, and track action points for key team meetings in line with the delivery plan.

• Assist in the planning and co-ordination of economy and sector-focused communication campaigns alongside internal communications colleagues.

• Monitor and manage enquiry inboxes, ensuring timely triage and response tracking.

• Conduct research and gather information in support of team priorities.

• Maintain and update the property portal via the Evolutive CRM system.

• Serve as the main liaison for Evolutive CRM account management and reporting.

• Design and develop branded templates, presentations, and forms for use in internal systems.

• Produce tailored reports and data extracts from CRM tools as required.

What we are looking for:

• Proven experience in economic development, ideally within a local or regional government setting.

• Strong background in complex diary management and professional stakeholder communication.

• Familiarity with CRM systems, ideally Evolutive, with the ability to manage data and workflows.

• Capable of working independently, prioritising tasks, and delivering to tight deadlines.

• Comfortable working in politically sensitive environments and across multi-stakeholder groups.

• Desirable: Experience with copywriting, marketing or campaign co-ordination.

Skills and Attributes:

• Strong administrative and organisational background.

• Excellent knowledge of office systems, project support, and team co-ordination.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including minute-taking.

• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work collaboratively across teams.

• High attention to detail and accuracy in documentation and data handling.

• Flexibility and resilience in responding to changing priorities.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office and other business software tools.

• Familiarity with the Cambridgeshire & Peterborough region, with the ability to attend the Huntingdon office weekly.

This is more than just a co-ordination role - it's a chance to play an integral part in shaping the economic growth of a thriving and ambitious region. You'll work with a collaborative and driven team, contribute to impactful projects, and have opportunities to learn and grow.

To be considered for this exciting opportunity, please apply now!