Director of Visitor Economy
Job Summary
Working Pattern:
Full time
Advert Start Date:
04/08/2020
Advert End Date:
Closed for applications on 21/08/2020 23:59
Job Category:
Arts / Tourism / Culture
Employment Location:
County Hall, Morpeth
Further Information
Bordering four counties and an outstanding North Sea coastline of more than 100km, England’s northernmost county, Northumberland is an area of unsurpassed rural natural beauty, steeped in history and heritage with a population of over 300,000 residents.
We are proud to call ourselves the place for prosperity and innovation and we are a
county that boasts international leaders in industry, investment-ready locations, welcoming communities, a rich history and proud heritage, and globally significant tourist attractions, culture and landscapes.
We are seeking a tourism professional with a track record of working with stakeholders across a wide range of organisations to continue to deliver our ambition to be the destination of choice for UK and international travellers. Having won the British Travel Awards Best Holiday Destination in the UK in 2018 and runner up in 2019, Northumberland is keen to stay at the top of its game.
The successful postholder will play a pivotal role in leading the ambitions and delivery of destination marketing for Tourism within the county of Northumberland. The postholder will be responsible for the strategic and operational direction of tourism activities ensuring that they are focused on promoting Northumberland as a destination of choice as well as a proud and passionate county.
For an informal discussion, please contact Kelly Angus, Executive Director of HR/OD & Deputy Chief Executive (kelly.angus@northumberland.gov.uk / 01670 623134)
Closing Date: 21st August 2020
Salary: Competitive
Please note
This job is closed for applications.