Economist

ZipRecruiter; Farnborough; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Economist to join their Prosperity & Economic Data Team. This role offers the opportunity to engage in joint industry/government funded projects, focusing on retrospective analysis and the development of the Annual Economic Report. You'll collaborate with external economists and stakeholders, utilizing data gathering tools to produce insightful reports and case studies. With a hybrid work model and a supportive environment, this position is perfect for someone passionate about economics and eager to make a meaningful impact in the defence sector.

Benefits

Pension

Private health insurance

Life insurance

Cycle to work scheme

Enhanced parental leave

28 days annual leave

Buy additional annual leave

Long service additional annual leave

Qualifications

• Economics Degree or Masters with at least 24 months experience in an economics-related role.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to critically appraise and summarize economic evidence.

Responsibilities

• Conduct analysis and reporting on historical economic data.
• Design and deliver surveys for the defence industry and government departments.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Data Interpretation

Report Writing

Communication Techniques

Project Management

Education

Degree in Economics

Masters in Economics

Tools

Data Analysis Software

Survey Tools

Job description

Job Description

The UK Defense Solutions Centre is seeking an Economist to join the Prosperity & Economic Data Team. Candidates must have a Degree in Economics and will suit an individual with a desire to work on joint industry/government funded projects who thrives in a collaborative environment engaging with external economists in industry and government departments.

All applicants must be British and dual nationality must be declared. (This is a pre-requisite for reasons of Security).

• WFH 3 days per week. 9 Day fortnight.
• Must live within 60-90 minute commute of Farnborough, Hampshire.
• See below for comprehensive benefits.

Economist Responsibilities:

• Retrospective analysis and reporting on historical data.
• Design and delivery of surveys to primes within the defence industry and Govt Depts.
• Support the management and development of the Joint Economic Data Hub.
• Focus on the production and development of the Annual Economic Report.
• Produce in-year case studies and reports focusing on emerging themes in the defence industry (domestic and international).
• Manage analysis projects supporting the company's Customer Work Plan.
• Utilise and exploit a range of toolsets for data gathering, specifically the development and distribution of surveys to member organisations.
• Provide stakeholders with informed and insightful briefing material that is accessible to audiences without an economic background.
• Analyze drivers in defence-related academic research and investment in Science and Technology.
• Support the development and implementation of new data gathering approaches – network with member companies to identify existing data sources.
• Manage and support the rollout of new visualisation methods and technologies.
• Support the curation and evolution of the Shared Information Space.
• Challenge perceptions, ensure best practice, and maintain consistency of material.
• Ensure data protection is managed in accordance with policy and procedure.

Essential Personal Attributes for the Economist role:

• A UK citizen to achieve the required Security Clearance (dual nationality must be declared for security reasons).
• Ability to work in Farnborough, Hampshire 2 days a week (within a reasonable commute, e.g., 1 hour).
• Economics Degree or Masters with at least 24 months experience in an economics-related role.
• Ability to analyze, interpret, and present quantitative economic data using key economic theories and models with an interest in retrospective analysis.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to critically appraise and summarize economic evidence.
• Strong desire to explore different communication techniques and message projection methods.
• Interest in research, data collection, and creative reporting of information.
• Experience in writing reports and briefings.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in numerical data checking.
• Ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines.
• Proven ability to work collaboratively in multi-stakeholder environments.

Economist Salary & Benefits

• Bonus
• Pension
• Private health insurance
• Life insurance
• Cycle to work scheme
• 9-day fortnight
• Hybrid and extended remote working options
• Enhanced parental leave
• 28 days annual leave
• Buy additional annual leave
• Long service additional annual leave

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