Senior Economist

Shell; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy company is seeking a Senior Economist to join their Economics Team in London. This role involves analyzing the intersection of energy and the economy, providing insights on global economic trends, and collaborating across functions. Candidates should have an advanced Economics degree and extensive experience in economic research, particularly in energy-related fields. The position allows for hybrid working and offers competitive salary and benefits.

Benefits

Competitive starting salary

Annual performance-related salary increase

Paid parental leave

Access to training and development programmes

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of global economic trends, energy markets, and policy developments.
• Extensive experience in economic research and analysis, preferably in energy.
• Excellent analytical and quantitative skills.
• Proven ability to communicate complex economic concepts to non‑specialist audiences.

Responsibilities

• Assess and analyse energy and economic interlinkages.
• Monitor implications of energy transition on competitiveness.
• Conduct economic research to support scenario development.
• Frame findings to senior management and stakeholders.

Skills

Analytical Thinking

Communication

Collaboration

Strategic Thinking

Adaptability

Education

Advanced degree in Economics (Masters or higher)

Job description

What’s the role

The Senior Economist will play a pivotal role within the Economics Team in Shell’s Strategy Insights and Scenarios department, reporting to the Chief Economist. The team is responsible for providing macro, energy, and policy economics advice to keep Senior Executives, businesses and functions up to date on the latest economic developments and what they might mean for Shell and to inform longer‑term strategy development and Shell scenario thinking.

What you’ll be doing

• Assess and analyse the interlinkages between energy and the economy, and the interactions between energy markets, energy policies, and the wider economy and what it means for the macroeconomic outlook at the global and country level.
• Monitor and analyse the implications of energy transition and industrial policies on global competitiveness, trade and finance, and the wider macroeconomic/industrial landscape.
• Develop a robust understanding of the links between financial markets and the real economy, in the context of issues such as geo‑economic fragmentation, public debt sustainability, climate risks, energy transition/climate finance.
• Conduct rigorous economic research and analysis to support scenario development and collaborate with cross‑functional teams to integrate economic insights into broader scenario narratives.
• Frame and present findings and recommendations to senior management and external stakeholders.
• Represent Shell at industry conferences and events, sharing insights and engaging with external experts.

What you bring

• Advanced degree in Economics (Masters or higher), with a focus on macroeconomics
• Strong understanding of global economic trends, energy markets, and policy developments.
• Extensive experience in economic research and analysis, preferably including energy and energy transition.
• Excellent analytical and quantitative skills.
• Proven ability to communicate complex economic concepts to non‑specialist audiences.
• Strong presentation and report‑writing skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Experience with scenario planning and modelling is a plus.
• Analytical Thinking: Ability to analyse complex data and synthesise key insights.
• Communication: Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Collaboration: Ability to work effectively with cross‑functional teams.
• Strategic Thinking: Ability to think long‑term and develop strategic insights.
• Adaptability: Ability to adapt to changing circumstances and priorities.

What we offer

• Progress as a person as we work on the energy transition together.
• Continuously grow the transferable skills you need to get ahead.
• Work at the forefront of technology, trends, and practices.
• Collaborate with experienced colleagues with unique expertise.
• Achieve your balance in a values‑led culture that encourages you to be the best version of yourself.
• This role is London based with possibility of Hybrid Working.
• Perform at your best with a competitive starting salary and annual performance‑related salary increase – our pay and benefits packages are considered to be among the best in the world.
• Take advantage of paid parental leave, including for non‑birthing parents.
• Join an organisation working to become one of the most diverse and inclusive in the world. We strongly encourage applicants of all genders, ages, ethnicities, cultures, abilities, sexual orientation, and life experiences to apply.
• Grow as you progress through diverse career opportunities in national and international teams.
• Gain access to a wide range of training and development programmes.

Shell is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

For more information on diversity, equity and inclusion at Shell, visit https://www.shell.com/who-we-are/diversity-equity-and-inclusion.html