Jim Sims
Head of Economic Development
Head of Service
The Team
The economic development team at Basildon Council can provide a wide range of services - all advice is free and confidential, including:
- Information on local market demographics
- Comprehensive site and property searches
- Statistics on local business growth
- Introductions to key network partners
- Advice on setting up a business and hiring
- Business support services
- Gateway to recruitment and training support
We work with all companies, whether considering Basildon, new to the borough or existing employers in the area.
Sujun Fieldhouse
Senior Economic Development Officer
Town Centre Development, International Trade & Inward Investment
Patrick Cole
Senior Economic Development Officer
Business Engagement, Business Support, Events & Representative Orgs
Sarah Clark
Senior Economic Development Officer
Skills & Education, Employability, Schools Liaison & Young People
David Wallace
Advice Store Manager
Employment Support
