Economist (Manager- Regulatory/Policy)

ZipRecruiter; London; Hybrid; GBP 59,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy firm in London seeks an experienced Economist (Manager) to lead regulatory and policy-focused consulting projects. You will manage a team, guide analytical methods, and build client relationships in a fast-paced environment. Candidates should have substantial experience in public policy and project management. Competitive salary up to £70,000, hybrid work model offered.

Qualifications

• Substantial experience in regulatory consulting or applied economic analysis.
• Ability to manage multi-stream projects effectively.
• Comfortable presenting to senior stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead regulatory and policy-focused consulting projects.
• Guide teams on analytical methods.
• Build strong client relationships.

Skills

Experience in public policy

Project management

Stakeholder engagement

Data analysis

Team leadership

Education

Degree in economics or public policy

Tools

R

Python

Stata

Job description

Job Description

Economist (Manager) - Up to £70,000 (dependent on experience) - London, United Kingdom (hybrid)

We’re supporting a specialist consultancy working at the forefront of a fast-evolving, high-tech sector. This growing firm delivers economic and strategic advice to clients across government and industry shaping regulation, guiding investment decisions, and informing public policy. You’ll take a lead role in delivering influential projects while contributing to the future direction of the business. This is a great opportunity to join a mission-driven team that values analytical rigour, collaboration, and long-term development.

Role

As a Manager, you’ll lead the delivery of complex consultancy work focusing particularly on public policy, regulatory frameworks, and strategic economics. You’ll oversee analytical design, stakeholder engagement, and project execution, while managing a team of bright economists and analysts.

You’ll draw on a mix of qualitative and quantitative approaches to generate insight and evidence that influences decisions across the public and private sectors. The role also involves supporting business development and contributing to internal capability-building.

Key Skills

Essential:

• Substantial experience in public policy, regulatory consulting, or applied economic analysis
• Demonstrated ability to manage multi-stream projects from end to end
• Comfortable working with and presenting to senior public and private stakeholders
• Skilled in translating evidence into practical policy or strategic advice
• Strong team leadership and mentoring skills
• Confident in navigating ambiguous or incomplete data sets

Desirable:

• Background in economics or public policy (degree or equivalent experience)
• Familiarity with HM Treasury Green Book/Magenta Book methodologies
• Experience with economic modelling, evaluation, or impact assessments
• Understanding of regulated or innovation-led sectors (e.g. space, telecoms, energy)
• Knowledge of analytical tools such as R, Python, or Stata
• Additional European skills

Key Responsibilities

• Lead regulatory and policy-focused consulting projects with full accountability for quality and delivery
• Guide teams on analytical methods and evidence gathering
• Build strong client relationships and support business development activities
• Deliver clear, actionable insight from complex or incomplete data sources
• Contribute to internal development, knowledge sharing, and team culture

If you bring experience in regulatory or policy economics and want to work in a sector that’s both fast-moving and meaningful, we’d love to hear from you. Get in touch with Seren for a confidential chat to find out more: [e-mail].

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