Principal Economist: Policy Impact & Data Leadership

Ofcom; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Ofcom, the UK communications regulator, invites applications for a Principal role within the Economics and Analytics Group in Cardiff. You will lead teams of economists and data analysts, directing econometric analyses, machine learning applications, and regulatory economic work across diverse projects.

The role emphasizes shaping policy and delivering robust economic insight to benefit consumers and markets.

Qualifications

• Solid foundation in applied microeconomics and econometrics gained through training and experience.
• Experience applying economic concepts and quantitative analysis to real-world policy questions.
• Interest in applying ML/AI techniques to economic analysis and regulatory questions.

Responsibilities

• Lead teams of economists, econometricians and data analysts across multiple projects.
• Identify and analyse economic and policy issues to inform decisions and policy design.
• Provide high-quality quantitative analysis and strategic direction for projects.

Skills

Applied microeconomics

Econometrics

Data analysis

Machine learning

R

Python

Policy formulation

Team leadership

Education

Postgraduate qualification in economics

Tools

R

Python

Job description

Ofcom, the UK communications regulator, invites applications for a Principal role within the Economics and Analytics Group in Cardiff. You will lead teams of economists and data analysts, directing econometric analyses, machine learning applications, and regulatory economic work across diverse projects.

The role emphasizes shaping policy and delivering robust economic insight to benefit consumers and markets.