The hunt is on to find the next Humber LEP chair after Lord Haskins announced he was stepping down from the role last month.
A dedicated supporter of the Humber region, Lord Haskins has worked tirelessly to ensure the views of businesses across both banks of the estuary are represented at the highest levels of government.
Under his leadership, significant growth has been seen in the Humber region, with new jobs created and big investments brought in.
Lord Haskins announced in September he is to leave his position as chair at the Humber LEP, having taken up the role in 2011.
Now, the application process is open to find his successor.
The role provides an opportunity for a determined individual with the skills and experience to lead the Humber LEP, as it builds on its national reputation as ‘Energy Estuary’ of 海角视频.
Leading the LEP will also include developing and delivering on the soon to be published Local Industrial Strategy – designed to accelerate clean growth and decarbonisation.
Kishor Tailor, chief executive at the Humber LEP, said: “The new Chair will join us at an exciting time, building on firm foundations to bring further success through the lens of our Local Industrial Strategy, which articulates our ambition for our future.
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“The Strategy is focussed in key areas of strength and opportunity; in particular, as the 海角视频’s Energy Estuary, the agendas of clean growth and decarbonisation.
“We have set ourselves bold targets, including being net carbon zero by 2040, well ahead of the national target.
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“Our confidence in our ambition is grounded in deep partnership between private and public sectors, our robust governance and record of successful delivery.”
Lord Haskins has been instrumental in redefining the Humber as a green energy estuary, and has helped lay the foundations for the likes of Siemens Gamesa to invest in the region.
Born near Dublin, in Ireland, Lord Haskins moved to the country more than 50 years ago, and quickly came to call East Yorkshire his home.
Speaking as he announced his decision to leave his role at the LEP, said: “Eight years is a very long time to be a Chair and it is more than time for someone else to take over as Chair of the Humber LEP. Now is the right time for a change.
“I have every confidence the LEP will find an excellent replacement, who can carry on the encouraging progress we’ve seen taking place in the Humber, and can lead the organisation through any future challenges.”
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Mr Tailor added: “The chair of the Humber LEP occupies a high-profile role.
“We are looking for a senior business leader who will be an effective advocate and champion for the Humber Economic Region and its inclusive growth, have the skills and experience to provide high quality leadership to the Humber LEP, and will work constructively and inclusively with a diverse range of stakeholders from the private and public sectors as well as government.”
A detailed recruitment pack setting out further information on the role, the Humber LEP and how to apply for this position is available by visiting: .
Information can also be requested by emailing Charley.McCarthy@penna.com or for a confidential discussion, please call Roger Russell on 07710 701 570.
Deadline for application is Friday, November 15.
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