Economist (Associate Director)

ZipRecruiter; London; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global professional services firm in London seeks an Economist (Associate Director) to lead regulatory economic projects. This hybrid role requires an MSc in Economics and experience in the UK regulatory sector. Candidates will analyze complex data and prepare insights for clients across various regulated markets. The firm offers competitive salaries, flexibility, and a supportive culture fostering professional growth.

Benefits

Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits

Hybrid working options

Supportive and inclusive culture

Opportunities for secondments

Access to a global advisory network

Qualifications

• Minimum MSc in Economics and substantial UK regulatory experience.
• Proven track record of working with senior clients.
• Excellent communication abilities, both verbal and written.

Responsibilities

• Lead regulatory projects and deliver high-quality analysis.
• Source complex data and generate insights.
• Prepare client reports and maintain relationships.

Skills

MSc in Economics

Substantial experience in the UK regulatory sector

Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Experience presenting economic arguments

Understanding of regulatory frameworks

Knowledge of regulated sectors

Familiarity with price control modelling

Experience conducting regulatory impact assessments

Education

MSc in Economics

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Job Description

Economist (Associate Director) - competitive salary - London, United Kingdom (hybrid)

A leading global professional services firm is expanding its Economic Consulting practice, which delivers specialist economic advice to corporate, legal, and public sector clients. With an international presence and a reputation for quality, agility, and client‑focused solutions, the firm helps organisations navigate complex regulatory, competition, and policy challenges.

The Economic Consulting team works on high‑profile projects across sectors such as energy, telecoms, transport, and financial services, from advising on price controls and regulatory frameworks to assessing economic damages, ESG investment returns, and value‑for‑money considerations for major public initiatives. Flexible working options, including reduced hours and job‑shares, are also available to support work‑life balance.

The practice is building additional strength in advising on regulation and seeks economists to contribute to its expansion across a range of regulated markets. Whether bringing cross‑sector regulatory experience or in‑depth expertise in industries like energy, communications, water, financial services, or payments, candidates will play a key role in shaping the team’s growth.

Responsibilities

• Lead regulatory economic projects, delivering high‑quality analysis across large cases or portfolios
• Source and interpret complex data, build and challenge economic/financial models, and generate clear insights
• Analyse regulatory and policy developments, assessing their impact on markets and efficiency
• Support or challenge business plans with evidence‑based economic arguments
• Prepare and present reports, memoranda, and presentations for clients and stakeholders
• Maintain strong client relationships, providing updates and contributing to proposals
• Identify business development opportunities, including creating thought leadership content
• Mentor and support junior team members in their professional growth

Key Skills

• MSc in Economics (minimum) and substantial experience in the UK regulatory sector (consultancy, industry, or regulator)
• Proven ability to work with senior‑level clients
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Experience presenting complex economic arguments to diverse stakeholders
• Understanding of regulatory frameworks and guidance (e.g., HMT Green Book, sector‑specific regulation)
• Knowledge of one or more regulated sectors such as energy, telecoms, transport, media, financial services, payments, or water
• Familiarity with price control modelling and regulatory finance
• Experience conducting regulatory impact assessments and cost evaluations

Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
• Strong flexibility including hybrid working, job‑share and reduced hours options
• Supportive, inclusive culture where , growth and wellbeing are valued
• Opportunities for secondments, volunteering, and involvement in societal impact initiatives
• Access to a broad advisory network across the firm’s global offices

This role offers the opportunity to work on high‑profile projects that shape regulatory and economic outcomes across multiple industries. Joining this growing practice means contributing your expertise in a collaborative, supportive environment with excellent opportunities for professional development and career progression.

Please apply below or please feel free to share your CV with Zach Ward, for a confidential discussion to learn more ([e-mail])

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