Principal Economist

ENI – Elizabeth Norman International; London; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable social research agency is looking for a senior Economist (Associate Director or Director level) to join their leadership team. The role involves applying econometric techniques to social and public policy challenges, driving research capabilities across diverse portfolios, including education and environment. As a key member, you’ll lead economic evaluations and collaborate on impactful research projects with government and charities in the UK.

Benefits

28 days annual leave + bank holidays

Hybrid and flexible working

Qualifications

• Substantial experience applying economic evaluation techniques.
• Background in research agency/consultancy.
• Skills in regression analysis, cost-benefit analysis, and mentoring.

Responsibilities

• Lead economic evaluation to assess public policies and interventions.
• Develop econometric models for research across various policy areas.
• Contribute to business strategies and technical mentorship within the team.

Skills

Econometric techniques

Regression analysis

Causal inference

Cost-benefit analysis

Technical mentorship

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(Recruiter) Principal Consultant at Elizabeth Norman International

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.
• 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.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Research and Business Development

• Industries

  Market Research, Research Services, and Public Policy Offices

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