Senior Economist, Greater London Authority (GLA)

Guardian Jobs; London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Senior Economist to join the Greater London Authority. This role involves supporting the Adult Skills Fund through data analysis and policy support, collaborating across teams to align with the Mayor's vision for adult education. Ideal candidates will have a degree in economics, strong analytical skills, and proficiency in programming languages like R and Python.

Qualifications

• Experience in research and complex analysis to inform policy.
• Proficiency in programming languages such as R, Python, STATA, or SQL.
• Experience with datasets like the Individualised Learner Record.

Responsibilities

• Provide analysis and data processing for policy development.
• Conduct ad hoc analysis using robust statistical methods.
• Support delivery teams with performance metrics and contract management.

Skills

Data analysis

Statistical methods

Data visualization

Programming (R, Python, STATA, SQL)

Education

Degree in economics or related field

Job description

Senior Economist, Greater London Authority (GLA)

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About The Team

The Funding Policy and Systems team, within the Skills and Employment Unit, focuses on economic analysis, evaluation, data processing, and policy support. The team works closely with delivery and policy teams to support decision-making and policy development, including analysis of the London Learner Survey and bi-annual Adult Skills Fund data publication.

About The Role

This role supports the delivery of the Adult Skills Fund (ASF) and related programmes, requiring collaboration across teams to align with the Mayor’s vision for adult education in London. Responsibilities include data analysis, policy support, and contract management to ensure effective funding and policy implementation.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide analysis and data processing for policy development and operational support, including ASF data publication and evaluation programs.
• Conduct ad hoc analysis using robust statistical methods to support funding decisions aligned with Mayor’s priorities.
• Support delivery teams with performance metrics and contract management data.

What Your Day Will Look Like

You will use data to support policy development, analyze learner and programme data, stay informed on London’s skills and labour market trends, present data insights, and explore new data science techniques to enhance project delivery.

Skills, Knowledge And Experience

• Degree or professional qualification in economics or related field, or equivalent experience.
• Experience in research and complex analysis to inform policy.
• Experience with datasets like the Individualised Learner Record or similar.
• Strong data analysis, interpretation, and visualization skills.
• Proficiency in programming languages such as R, Python, STATA, or SQL.

Behavioral Competencies

Includes research and analysis, communicating and influencing, problem solving, stakeholder focus, and strategic thinking, with specific performance indicators outlined for each.

How To Apply

Submit an up-to-date CV and a personal statement (max 1500 words) addressing the essential criteria. Files should be under 1.5MB, in Word or PDF, named with the job reference number.

Additional Information

Includes details on assessment process, diversity and inclusion commitments, reasonable adjustments, benefits, and legal considerations.