Senior Economist - Universal Basic Services & Public Policy

CharityJob; Greater London; On-site; GBP 54,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

NEF is seeking a Senior Economist to lead ambitious, policy-relevant work on Universal Basic Services, public services and economic security in London. This is a chance to develop bold, evidence-based policy ideas that improve access to life’s essentials and influence public debate.

The successful candidate will oversee work across housing, care, transport, digital inclusion and public value, using data and AI to deliver impactful outputs with limited supervision. Permanent role.

Qualifications

• Senior economist with demonstrated ability to produce policy-relevant research.
• Experience translating research into practical policy ideas and outputs.

Responsibilities

• Lead work across public services, social infrastructure, housing, care and other policy areas.
• Develop bold, well-evidenced recommendations and publicly share outputs.

Job description

NEF is seeking a Senior Economist to lead ambitious, policy-relevant work on Universal Basic Services, public services and economic security in London. This is a chance to develop bold, evidence-based policy ideas that improve access to life’s essentials and influence public debate.

The successful candidate will oversee work across housing, care, transport, digital inclusion and public value, using data and AI to deliver impactful outputs with limited supervision. Permanent role.