Economist – Policy & Analysis (Senior Roles)

Department for Work and Pensions (DWP); Pontypridd; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

DWP are recruiting experienced Economists (SEO) to fill key posts across policy and business areas in our analytical hubs. The roles will be based in Birmingham, Cardiff, Glasgow, Leeds, Manchester, Newcastle, Sheffield and Treforest, with occasional flexibility for other locations and Welsh language desirability for Treforest.

Successful candidates will be posted in merit order based on location preferences and business needs.

Qualifications

• Candidates must meet the eligibility requirements set out in the Essential Qualifications sections, either being a member of the Government Economic Service (GES) or having the required qualifications to join this profession.

Responsibilities

• Fill key posts across policy and business areas as part of DWP's analytical teams.
• Work within multi-disciplinary, multi-site teams embedded in policy, operational and wider analytical functions to develop evidence for decisions.

Job description

DWP are recruiting experienced Economists (SEO) to fill key posts across policy and business areas in our analytical hubs. The roles will be based in Birmingham, Cardiff, Glasgow, Leeds, Manchester, Newcastle, Sheffield and Treforest, with occasional flexibility for other locations and Welsh language desirability for Treforest.

Successful candidates will be posted in merit order based on location preferences and business needs.