About the Role

An exciting 12-month fixed term opportunity has arisen within our Strategic Development and Inclusion Team for the role of Strategy Development Officer.

This role sits at the heart of our Corporate Development function, supporting work across Equality, Diversity & Inclusion, Social Value, Human Resources, Learning & Organisational Development, Talent Management and Health & Safety.

As a Strategy Development Officer, you will help shape and deliver the organisation’s new Equality Strategy and People Strategy, working with colleagues from across the Combined Authority and with external partners. You’ll play a key role in coordinating projects, preparing documentation, organising engagement activities and ensuring our strategic work stays on track.

You’ll be supported every step of the way, gaining hands-on experience that will build your confidence and develop skills in project coordination, stakeholder engagement and strategic writing. Whether you’re looking to develop your experience or aiming to progress in strategy, HR, EDI or organisational development, this role offers a brilliant platform to grow.

Here, you’ll be welcomed for who you are. You’ll work alongside people who champion inclusion, share knowledge generously and want to help you realise your potential. You’ll contribute to work that directly improves the experience of colleagues across the Liverpool City Region, shaping a more inclusive and supportive organisation for everyone.

As part of the team, your work could include:

• •Coordinating meetings, workshops and engagement sessions
• •Maintaining governance documentation and project plans
• •Drafting strategy content, briefing papers and presentations
• •Liaising with colleagues to gather insights and feedback
• •Ensuring alignment with EDI and people related commitments‑related commitments
  
  

This is a dynamic, meaningful role where your contributions will truly matter – and where you’ll be part of a team that values your voice and supports your development.

Interviews will be held 25^th and 26^th March 2026.

About the Person

We understand that everyone brings different strengths and experiences, and we want you to feel supported and included from the moment you join us. We are looking for a motivated, collaborative and passionate person, who wants to contribute to making a positive difference.

If this sounds like you, and you want to make a meaningful impact while developing your skills in strategy and coordination – then we would love to hear from you.

If you think you match the job description, and our values, then click on the link to apply.

Please ensure that you provide clear examples and evidence in your application of how you meet the below key essential criteria. The information you provide in your application will be used for shortlisting.

1) Strong coordination and organisational skills, working collaboratively and independently

2) Excellent communication and relationship building skills, with a clear focus on stakeholder engagement

3) A proactive and detail focused approach, demonstrating a commitment to Equality, Diversity and inclusion‑focused approach

Please highlight how you meet the remaining essential criteria outlined in the person specification within your CV.

About the organisation

The Liverpool City Region is world-famous for its history, culture and creativity. A place of firsts, it is the birthplace of modern railways, public health and international trade. Now, our economy is being transformed once again, changing the world through world-leading innovation in health and life sciences, digital and creative, and advanced manufacturing - growing an economy already worth £35 billion a year.

The Combined Authority plays a central role in catalysing this innovation-led economy. We are seizing the unique opportunity to use our devolved powers and funding to create wealth and prosperity for all our 1.6 million residents and the whole UK - investing in our economy, people, place, transport and digital infrastructure. Our vision is for the Liverpool City Region to be: The best place to grow up, grow a family, and grow a business - where no-one is left behind.

Staff benefits

• Local Government Pension Scheme contributions between 5.5% and 12.5%
• Generous holiday entitlement of 29 days rising to 34 days after 5 years’ service, as well as bank holidays and the option to buy 10 additional days
• Free travel around Liverpool City Region with an All-Zone Metro card worth £1,450 per year plus All Zones Off Peak Trio ticket for your spouse or partner
• Flexible and hybrid working
• 24/7 access to Employee Assistance Programme for you and your family and Free counselling service
• Automatic enrolment to our Westfield Health Programme
• Corporate discounts at council-owned gyms
• Bike to Work Scheme
• Coaching, mentoring, apprenticeships, and professional qualifications including paid membership fees and even a £1k interest free learning loan for any non-job-related learning

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion

We offer a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates who have declared that they: have a disability, are from a Black, Asian or Minority Ethnic background, are a member of a reservist or have close family links to a member of the Armed Forces as we are under-represented by people from these communities.

To be considered under one of these schemes, you must indicate your eligibility in the relevant section of the application form. In addition, you must clearly demonstrate in your application how you meet the key essential criteria listed above.

Please highlight how you meet the remaining essential criteria outlined in the person specification within your CV.

Applications that do not include this evidence will not be considered under the guaranteed interview schemes.

The Liverpool City Region Combined Authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all employees and volunteers to share this commitment.

We actively promote diversity and inclusion. This role may be eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route. We recommend that you assess your eligibility before applying for this position. Please visit https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa