Head of Investment and Development

Walsall Council is driving forward an ambitious programme of regeneration and growth that will shape the borough for decades to come. To deliver on this vision, the Council is seeking a dynamic and visionary Head of Investment & Development to lead its efforts to attract inward investment, deliver major regeneration projects, and create the conditions for a thriving local economy.
  
This senior leadership role sits at the heart of Walsall’s ambition to create opportunity for all. The successful candidate will oversee the delivery of regeneration programmes and masterplanning, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest standard. They will develop and lead strategies to promote Walsall as a prime destination for business, investment, and development, working closely with partners across government, the West Midlands Combined Authority, and the private sector to unlock funding and accelerate growth.
  
As a member of the Council’s Senior Management Group, the Head of Investment & Development will shape and implement strategies that support the Council Plan, championing innovation and transformation to deliver better outcomes for residents. They will act as a visible ambassador for Walsall, representing the borough regionally and nationally, and will play a leading role in ensuring that investment and development projects are inclusive, sustainable, and deliver tangible benefits to local communities.
  
The ideal candidate will bring a track record of delivering complex regeneration and development projects in a politically led environment. They will combine commercial acumen with strategic vision, have the ability to build strong and influential partnerships, and demonstrate the resilience and creativity to drive forward change and secure results.
  
This is an exceptional opportunity for a commercially minded, forward-thinking leader to take the reins of a significant investment portfolio and position Walsall as one of the most exciting growth stories in the West Midlands.
  
The successful candidate will have the chance to shape landmark regeneration projects, attract high-quality investors and employers, and leave a lasting legacy on the borough’s economic future. For the right individual, this is a chance to not just deliver growth but to redefine what growth looks like, unlocking potential, driving prosperity, and setting the pace for place-making and investment across the region.

For more information
Please contact our dedicated partners at Tile Hill: Liam Young (liam-young@tile-hill.co.uk, 07760695867) or Elizabeth Pick (elizabeth.pick@tile-hill.co.uk, 077083 42455). 

Closing Date: Midnight on Sunday, 19th October 2025

To apply:
To apply, please submit an up-to-date copy of your CV (four sides of A4 maximum), along with a supporting statement (four sides of A4 maximum) detailing your experience, and achievements and addressing the key criteria for the role set out on this site and using examples to demonstrate how you meet the requirements. Documents should be uploaded via our website, please include and upload the below information in two documents only. If you experience any issues whilst applying, please contact rebecca.keen@tile-hill.co.uk.

Applications should include:

• Full contact details;
• Names, positions, organisations and contact details for two referees (we will ask your permission before contacting referees);
• Details of your current salary and notice period
• Notification of any dates when you are not available for an interview.

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