Associate Director - Energy, Water & Utilities - Economic Cost Assessment

ATTB - The Big Jobsite; London; Remote; GBP 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking two Associate Directors with expertise in economic analysis and regulatory frameworks. This role offers the opportunity to work on diverse projects within the water and energy sectors, focusing on cost and performance benchmarking. You will leverage your strategic thinking and creative problem-solving skills to provide expert advice to clients, using econometric models to compare costs across companies. Join a team recognized for its innovative approach and make a significant impact in shaping the future of the regulated utilities sector. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to meaningful projects that influence industry standards.

Qualifications

• Experience in economic analysis and regulatory frameworks is essential.
• Strong skills in cost benchmarking and strategic problem-solving required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct robust economic analysis for various projects in water and energy sectors.
• Apply econometric models for cost and performance benchmarking.

Skills

Economic Analysis

Cost Benchmarking

Regulatory Framework Knowledge

Creative Problem Solving

Strategic Thinking

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Economics or related field

Master's Degree in Economics or related field

Tools

Econometric Models

Job description

Job Description

Our large and well-known consulting client is recruiting for two Associate Directors who have a blend of economic, micro-economic, cost and regulatory framework experience within UK regulated utilities such as water, gas, electricity, hydrogen and so forth.

Location for this role is flexible across the UK.

The team you will be working in sits within a larger business unit that provides in depth strategic and technical advice on corporate finance issues, corporate financial management; regulatory finance, regulatory policy, business and financial planning, as well as other issues affecting value. They are widely recognised by many industry stakeholders as one of the most innovative advisors influencing the future of the sector.

The Role

You will be working on a range of projects in the water and energy network sectors. Your work will focus on robust economic analysis – particularly related to cost and performance.

Their clients seek expert advice relating to cost and performance benchmarking. There is no ‘typical project’. You will need to apply a structured strategic approach to problem solving, drawing on established economic principles, while having the capacity to think creatively.

Their approach to benchmarking can involve econometric models comparing costs across companies.