Tim Wates Coast to Capital Chairman said:
"This is an important year for Coast to Capital. In 2019, the LEP will drive forward work to deliver our new Strategic Economic Plan, Gatwick 360, and will produce the area's first Local Industrial Strategy. We also have an ambitious vision for the towns and cities in the Coast to Capital area to be known around the world as fantastic places to live, to grow and succeed and for the area to become the most dynamic non-city region in England, centred around a highly successful Gatwick Airport.
Our outgoing Vice Chair, Steve Allen, leaves our partnership in a very strong place. We need an outstanding Vice Chair to build on his work, and to help lead us through the exciting times ahead.
Our Local Industrial strategy will be firmly based in the strengths that already exist in the region and will focus on our priorities including skills, transport, digital networks and innovation. We represent a diverse area and we will be working to deliver prosperous urban centres whilst prioritising investing in sustainable growth. We are ambitious to become a strong competitor in a global economy and raising the profile of our area and showcasing it to the world is also a key priority.
The LEP is working to develop and grow the area's economy. We are developing business infrastructure and support to help the businesses that are based here to create good jobs that will retain and develop the skills of our people. We also want to attract new businesses to locate here to generate further income for the economy, and add value to our business supply chains.
The roles of the Vice Chair will require strong leadership, a strategic and collaborative approach and hard work to make sure we get this right.
LEP Board members come from different backgrounds across the area and offer a breadth of industry knowledge and expertise. I am keen to hear from people that can build on this diversity. I invite you to bring your ideas, your skills and your ambition. If you would like to get involved, I would love to hear from you."
The deadline for applications is Wednesday 29 May.
For more information on the Vice Chair role including the full job description visit the Coast to Capital website www.coast2capital.org.uk/work-for-us
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