Senior Economist - Growth & Policy Strategy (Hybrid)

Financial Conduct Authority; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 57,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial regulator in the United Kingdom seeks an experienced Senior Economist for a 12-month fixed-term contract. This role involves delivering high-quality research and providing actionable insights into economic policies influencing growth. Candidates should possess a degree in Economics and have proven experience in economic analysis and stakeholder engagement. The position offers competitive salary dependent on experience and a flexible hybrid working model, supporting both remote and in-office work arrangements.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Hybrid model with up to 60% remote work

Non-contributory pension (8–12%)

Private healthcare with Bupa

35 hours of paid volunteering annually

Flexible benefits scheme

Qualifications

• Minimum of proven economic experience from a degree in Economics.
• Experience applying economic tools to analytical problems.
• Engagement and collaboration with stakeholders to maximize impact.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality research using quantitative and qualitative methods.
• Translate research findings into actionable insights for policy.
• Influence economic analysis on growth policy implications.

Skills

Economic experience

Stakeholder engagement

Statistical analysis

Collaboration

Education

Degree in Economics

Tools

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Job description

A leading financial regulator in the United Kingdom seeks an experienced Senior Economist for a 12-month fixed-term contract. This role involves delivering high-quality research and providing actionable insights into economic policies influencing growth. Candidates should possess a degree in Economics and have proven experience in economic analysis and stakeholder engagement. The position offers competitive salary dependent on experience and a flexible hybrid working model, supporting both remote and in-office work arrangements.