Are you an experienced business or community leader with the expertise and drive to develop the future economic direction of the Hull and East Yorkshire region?

The Hull and East Yorkshire LEP (HEY LEP) is looking for Board members, who are committed to our region and have the right skills, experience and knowledge – as well as the energy, commitment and enthusiasm – to come together at this challenging time. As Board Members, you will be instrumental in taking and influencing decisions that will impact the local area, including strategic priorities for investment.

The creation of the HEY LEP heralds a new era for local communities, providing a unique opportunity to collaborate and build on the strong and enduring relationship between Hull and East Riding Councils and raising the profile of the area and its importance internationally, nationally and regionally as it emerges from the economic impact of the Covid-19 pandemic and to help the region grow a strong and resilient economy.

The new LEP is committed to diversity and are keen to hear from underrepresented groups from our local economy and geography. We are particularly keen to hear from women and black and minority ethnic (BAME) individuals, as well as from entrepreneurs and people working in fast-growing sectors such as digital, creative and health.

This role is voluntary and unremunerated. Members will be required to attend Board meetings plus a number of other LEP related meetings, in addition to representing the LEP at events and acting as an ambassador for the region.

If this sounds like you are the right person for this role, please complete a two-page cover letter identifying your relevant knowledge, strategic experience and sphere of influence, and attach a copy together with your CV and contact details and email to leprecruitment@hullcc.gov.uk by 5pm on Monday 1^st March. Paper copies can be obtained by contacting these details. Please let us know if you have any additional requirements we can support you with while applying for this role.

Please download a copy of our Board recruitment information pack here.

Please note these forms are for your reference will only need to be completed if your application is successful:

Download a copy of our Hull & East Yorkshire LEP Register of Interest Guidance here.

Download a copy of our Hull & East Yorkshire LEP Register of Interest Form here.