Senior Economic Analyst

West Yorkshire Combined Authority; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 39,699 - 48,522; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working options

28 days leave plus bank holidays

Unlimited free travel with MCard

Competitive pension scheme

Fully funded professional development

Incremental salary progression

Enhanced parental leave

24/7 counselling services

Modern workspace near transport

Job summary

A governmental organization in Leeds is seeking a Senior Economic Analyst to provide economic analysis and advice to decision makers. This role involves collaborating with local authorities to assess economic opportunities and challenges and requires strong communication skills and relevant qualifications. The position offers a hybrid working model and numerous benefits, including flexible working options and professional development funding.

Qualifications

• Relevant degree and/or demonstrable practical experience in economic analysis.
• Strong understanding of economic theory in a development context using statistical data.
• Experience in conveying information clearly and persuasively.

Responsibilities

• Advise on key issues affecting the West Yorkshire economy to senior decision makers.
• Conduct comprehensive assessments of economic opportunities and challenges.
• Collaborate with local authorities and national stakeholders on economic intelligence.

Skills

Economic analysis

Statistical data analysis

Clear communication

Primary research design

Economic forecasting

Education

Degree in relevant field

Job description

Senior Economic Analyst

Location: Leeds / Hybrid.
Salary: £44,111 per annum (pay award pending).
Grade: 8
Employment type: Full time – 37 hours per week.
We currently have a vacancy to join our Research and Intelligence service.

Overview

The Combined Authority’s Research and Intelligence function is a busy and growing multi‑disciplinary team with a comprehensive remit that draws on expertise in economic evidence, transport analysis and modelling, spatial intelligence and evaluation. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to a high‑quality economic evidence base for West Yorkshire to support our Local Growth Plan, maximising regeneration and inclusive growth opportunities presented by devolution.

Responsibilities

• Providing advice and guidance on key issues facing the West Yorkshire economy to senior decision makers including the Combined Authority Board and political leaders, with potential impact on policy and operations of the Combined Authority and its partners.
• Using technical expertise across economic disciplines and policy areas to develop a comprehensive assessment of the opportunities and challenges facing the West Yorkshire economy.
• Working closely with our five local authorities and other partners to advance a shared economic intelligence agenda, engaging with national stakeholders including government.

Qualifications

• Hold a degree in a relevant field, and/or have relevant demonstrable practical experience in economic analysis.
• Strong understanding of economic theory and its application in a place‑based economic development context through the deployment of a range of statistical and other data.
• Proven experience of confidently and professionally conveying information both written and oral in a clear, concise and persuasive style.
• Excellent grasp of primary research design and the commissioning and procurement of consultancy research, economic forecasting techniques and labour market analysis techniques.
• Advanced understanding of techniques used in economic and demographic forecasting and their application in formal housing and employment land planning work.

Benefits

• Work your way – flexible and agile working options including a generous flexi‑time scheme.
• 28 days of annual leave (increasing with length of service) plus all bank holidays.
• Unlimited free bus and rail travel using the MCard (Zones 1–5).
• Highly competitive Local Government Pension Scheme.
• Fully funded professional development, regular training and up to 3 paid volunteering days per year.
• Incremental salary progression for most roles and annual cost‑of‑living increases.
• Enhanced parental and bereavement leave, plus other family‑friendly policies.
• 24/7 free confidential counselling services and the Headspace app for you and up to 5 family or friends.
• Modern workspace in a prime location – bright, contemporary offices just a 2‑minute walk from Leeds Train Station, fully equipped with the latest tech.

How to Apply

Complete the application form on our website and, in the supporting statement, tell us why you would be a great fit and how your skills, knowledge and experience align with the Role Profile. If you would like to discuss this role in more detail, please contact Peter Glover via [e-mail].

Equal Opportunities

The Combined Authority is passionate about creating an inclusive workplace that promotes and values diversity. We welcome applications irrespective of age, disability, neuro‑divergence, sex, gender identity and gender expression, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, sexual orientation, pregnancy or maternity, or other personal circumstances. We have policies and procedures in place to ensure that all applicants are treated fairly and consistently at every stage of the recruitment process, including the consideration of reasonable adjustments for people who have a disability and/or who are neuro‑divergent. Under the Disability Confident Scheme, applicants with a disability are guaranteed an interview, subject to the minimum criteria being met.

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Analyst

Industries

Political Organizations and Government Administration

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