Principal Economist

ZipRecruiter; London; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading independent social research agency is seeking an experienced Economist at Associate Director or Director level. The role involves applying econometric techniques to address vital public policy issues, mentoring teams, and enhancing research capabilities across diverse policy areas, including net zero and social care. This position offers a competitive salary, substantial benefits, and the opportunity for hybrid working.

Benefits

28 days annual leave + bank holidays

Private healthcare

Substantial employer pension contribution

Qualifications

• Substantial experience in applying economic evaluation techniques in a research agency or consultancy.
• Experience leading economic evaluations and mentoring colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Lead economic evaluation to assess impact of policies and interventions.
• Design and deliver impactful research for the UK government and social impact sectors.
• Contribute to bids and business strategy by enhancing internal capabilities.

Skills

Regression analysis

Cost-benefit analysis

Causal inference

VFM assessments

Job description

Job Description

Economist (Associate Director or Director level)

Are you an experienced economist with a passion for applying econometric techniques to real world social and public policy challenges? This is a brilliant opportunity for a senior Economist to join the leadership team of a well regarded, independent social research agency.

This is a leadership role within a values-driven and people-focused organisation.

You will focus on driving their capabilities within research and economic evaluation. You'll be central to strengthening their offer, working across their full portfolio; policy areas are broad and include (but not limited to) net zero, environment, regulation, education, employment, welfare and social care.

You’ll be at the forefront of developing and applying econometric models, working collaboratively with interdisciplinary teams to design and deliver impactful research for UK Central Government, charities and private sector organisations rooted in social impact.

Key responsibilities

• Lead economic evaluation to evaluate the impact of policies and interventions.
• Use techniques such as regression analysis, cost-benefit analysis, causal inference, VFM assessments.
• Grow capability via contributing to bids, pitches and overall business strategy.
• Provide technical mentorships to colleagues, enhancing internal knowledge.
• Be the subject matter specialist at the organisation.

We are looking for someone with substantial experience in applying economic evaluation techniques from a research agency / consultancy.

What's on offer

• Base salary of £65,000 - £80,000 + significant bonus.
• 28 days annual leave + bank holidays.
• Private healthcare, substantial employer pension contribution.
• London based office, hybrid and flexible working available + core hours.

Please apply for next steps. For successful applicants, a recruitment consultant will be in touch via email to schedule a briefing call. We will explain the role in more detail and share the company details before creating a formal application.

Note: Due to the high volume of applications we receive, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.