Lead Economist

UK Research and Innovation; England; Hybrid; GBP 59,000; Full time

Job summary

A national research agency in the UK is seeking a candidate to lead the Economic Appraisal team within the Strategic Analysis team. This role involves overseeing economic analysis projects that align with government priorities, working flexibly in a hybrid environment. The ideal candidate will have experience in economic appraisal and a commitment to diversity and inclusion. This position offers both full-time and part-time options, making it suitable for various applicants.

Qualifications

• Experience in economic appraisal and strategic analysis.
• Ability to lead a team and manage diverse projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Economic Appraisal team.
• Work across directorate and organizational priorities.

Job description

UKRI

Salary : £58,589 per annum

Band : UKRI Band F

Contract Type : Open-ended or fixed-term external secondment opportunity (two years)

Hours : Full-time / Part-time (minimum 0.8 FTE) (flexible working available)

Location : Swindon - Hybrid working available

Closing Date : Sunday 11th January 2026

This is an exciting opportunity to join a multi-disciplinary analytical team that works on areas at the heart of the UK research and innovation (R&I) system. Our work plays a key role in delivering the government’s ambition to strengthen the UK’s position as a global science and technology superpower, set out in the UK Science and Technology Framework.

The role sits within the Strategic Analysis team (within a wider Analysis team and the Investment Planning and Strategy directorate), which has a wide remit including analysis of the R&I system, Economic Appraisal, Data Science, and analysis for Investment Strategy.

The successful candidate will lead the organisation’s Economic Appraisal team, reporting to the Head of Strategic Analysis. The successful applicant will work across directorate and organisational priorities, pivoting to new work areas as business needs evolve.

We are a team committed to diversity and inclusion and welcome applications from anyone with the skills re...