Senior Economist

Aquent GmbH; London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a Senior Economist to influence policy decisions in the digital media landscape. This temporary role offers the chance to conduct rigorous economic analysis and collaborate with diverse teams to shape critical narratives. You will develop methodologies, manage economic impact models, and engage with key stakeholders, all while working in a hybrid environment. If you have a passion for economics and a desire to make a real-world impact, this is the perfect opportunity to leverage your expertise in a dynamic setting.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in economics or data science with increasing responsibilities.
• Experience in global roles with cultural awareness.

Responsibilities

• Develop economic research roadmaps for digital media policy issues.
• Conduct economic analysis and model regulatory impacts.

Skills

Economics

Data Science

Statistics

Advanced Data Analysis

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Education

PhD in Economics or related field

Master's Degree in Economics or Data Science

Tools

Econometric Software

Data Analysis Tools

Job description

Central London - Hybrid (3 days on-site)

Join a global entertainment leader as a Senior Economist and make a real-world impact on policy decisions shaping the future of digital media. You will be at the forefront of critical research, influencing policy discussions, and driving strategic decision-making. This temporary role offers a unique opportunity to leverage your expertise in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

As a Senior Economist, you will be a key member of the Consumer Insights team within Global Affairs. You will partner with Public Policy and Communications teams, providing data-driven economic analysis and research to inform external positions and build credibility with key stakeholders. This role is instrumental in shaping the narrative around critical policy issues.

What You’ll Do:

• Develop a roadmap for economic research on key policy issues impacting the digital media and entertainment sector.
• Conduct rigorous economic analysis of policy issues, including modeling the impact of regulations and proposing alternative policy options.
• Design and implement appropriate methodologies for diverse economic assessments.
• Lead the scaling of economic impact reporting efforts in relevant markets.
• Build and maintain economic impact models using the input/output approach, including direct, indirect, and induced economic impact modeling.
• Collaborate with Data Science and Engineering teams to explore innovative analytical approaches and develop relevant metrics.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for economic requests from Global Affairs teams.
• Build and maintain partnerships with internal stakeholders to strengthen and expand the economics function.
• Independently manage and deliver high-quality work in a timely manner.

Must-Haves:

• Minimum 10 years of experience in economics, data science, statistics, or advanced data analysis, with increasing responsibilities. This can include experience with a regulator, economic consultancy and other related fields.
• Proven experience in a global role, operating across different regions with cultural awareness.
• Ability to quickly understand complex policy issues from large amounts of data and information.
• Flexible and strategic thinking, focusing on long-term goals and applying economic concepts to policy challenges.
• Strong analytical and communication skills to articulate complex issues clearly and concisely.
• Familiarity with econometrics principles, experience manipulating large datasets, and building advanced models.
• Extensive experience with economic impact modeling.

Nice-to-Haves:

• Data science background.
• Experience with project management and working with consultants.
• Understanding of the digital media and entertainment sector.
• Interest in entertainment, global tastes, and global affairs.

The next steps will be shared with shortlisted candidates by EOD on Wednesday 9th April.