Principal Economist

JR United Kingdom; Slough; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading independent social research agency is seeking a senior Economist at Associate Director or Director level in Slough. This leadership role involves applying econometric techniques to real-world challenges across various policy areas, driving the agency's research capabilities and enhancing impact for government and charitable organizations. Hybrid and flexible working options are available.

Benefits

28 days annual leave + bank holidays

Flexible working options

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in economic evaluation techniques from a research agency or consultancy.
• Leadership skills in technical mentorship and internal knowledge enhancement.

Responsibilities

• Lead economic evaluation to assess the impact of policies and interventions.
• Collaborate on interdisciplinary research delivering impactful solutions for social policy.
• Contribute to business strategy through bidding and pitching.

Skills

Econometric techniques

Regression analysis

Cost-benefit analysis

Causal inference

VFM assessments

Job description

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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.