Senior Economist — Policy Analytics & Evidence

Department for Work and Pensions (DWP); Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

DWP has an excellent reputation for robust evidence, with analysts working flexibly in multi-disciplinary, multi-site teams embedded within policy, operational and analytical units to support key decisions.

The Analytical Community (AC) includes Economists, Operational Researchers, Social Researchers, Statisticians, Data Scientists and Data Analysts and offers broad development and progression opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Proven analytical experience of applying relevant professional tools and techniques to solve complex problems and ensuring appropriate quality assurance of analysis.
• Proven experience of using and communicating analytical findings, context, caveats and limitations clearly and effectively to maximise the value and impact of analysis in decision making.
• Proven experience of proactive ownership and leading complex analytical projects, proactively engaging and building relationships with a wide range of stakeholders and balancing competing priorities to deliver high-quality outcomes.

Job description

DWP has an excellent reputation for robust evidence, with analysts working flexibly in multi-disciplinary, multi-site teams embedded within policy, operational and analytical units to support key decisions.

The Analytical Community (AC) includes Economists, Operational Researchers, Social Researchers, Statisticians, Data Scientists and Data Analysts and offers broad development and progression opportunities.