Economics and Analysis Officer

Agility Resoucing; Manchester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an Economic Analysis Officer. The role involves conducting strategic analysis and collaborating with stakeholders. Qualifications include a relevant degree and strong quantitative skills. Opportunity for a rewarding career in data analysis and policy development.

Benefits

27 days holiday

Flexible working

Access to local government pension scheme

Salary sacrifice benefits including free Travel Pass

Qualifications

• Highly numerate degree in a relevant subject or equivalent experience.
• Strong quantitative skills and proven ability in strategic analysis.
• Experience in commissioning external research.

Responsibilities

• Undertake strategic analysis and apply specialist techniques for policy development.
• Evaluate research and stay updated with advancements in the field.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to align activities across the North of England.

Skills

Quantitative skills

Data analysis

Communication skills

Education

Degree in a relevant subject

Job description

27 days holiday, flexible working, access to the local government pension scheme, salary sacrifice benefits, including free Travel Pass, based in Manchester, M1 3BN

We are seeking a talented and passionate Economic Analysis Officer with strong quantitative skills, specifically in data analysis and evidence assessment. The successful candidate will be proficient in conducting high-quality strategic analysis.

Proven experience in producing high-quality research and knowledge of commissioning external research are essential, along with strong communication skills and the ability to influence others through complex information and diverse data sources.

Candidates must possess a highly numerate degree in a relevant subject or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities:

1. Undertake strategic analysis, selecting relevant information and applying specialist techniques to identify themes for strategy, policy development, or technical designs.
2. Evaluate research and stay updated with advancements in the field to ensure the application of leading thinking and technologies to tools, techniques, and processes.
3. Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders and partners to improve collaborative working and ensure activities align across the North of England.
4. Develop and maintain an approach to monitoring, evaluation, and feedback to effectively track the impact of our Strategic Plan (SP), including short/medium-term direct transport benefits and wider benefits.
5. Create a baseline of lagging and leading indicators to measure progress against SP objectives over short, medium, and long-term periods.
6. Undertake retrospective case studies of completed schemes and baseline studies of planned schemes to review and improve monitoring and evaluation processes.

Skills:

1. Degree in a relevant subject or equivalent experience.
2. Professional qualification or equivalent experience.
3. Strong quantitative skills, particularly in data analysis and evidence assessment.
4. Experience in producing high-quality strategic analysis.
5. Experience in commissioning external research.
6. Strong communication skills with the ability to influence using complex information and diverse data sources.
7. Ability to communicate complex economic and technical issues effectively to non-analytical audiences.
8. Proven track record of successfully delivering projects.

If you believe you have the skills and experience required, please apply online, providing specific examples demonstrating how you meet the essential criteria outlined in the role profile.

With over 10 years of commercial experience in data analysis, I specialize in helping you achieve your career goals. For a confidential chat or more information, please call me at 07928592504.

Please note: If you are not contacted within 7 days, your application has not been successful. However, we may contact you about other roles of interest in the future. By proceeding with this application, you consent to Agility Resourcing Limited collecting and handling your personal information.

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