Socio-Economics & Economic Development Lead

Pertemps; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 50,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy in the UK is seeking a Socio-Economics & Economic Development Lead. This role involves leading socio-economic assessments and contributing to strategic policies, targeting sustainability and impact assessments. Candidates should have a related degree and experience in socio-economic analysis within the UK planning system. The position offers remote work with occasional office visits and a competitive salary between £50,000 and £58,000 along with various benefits.

Benefits

25+ days holiday

Private medical insurance

Enhanced pension

Life insurance

Healthcare plan

Training and career development

Rail/bus season ticket loans

Qualifications

• Proven consultancy or public policy experience in socio-economic analysis or economic development.
• Expertise in demographic and labour market data.
• Experience delivering assessments within the UK planning system.

Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of socio-economic assessments, including for planning and EIA.
• Contribute to strategic policy work on regeneration and regional economic development.
• Manage and mentor junior staff across projects.

Skills

Socio-economic analysis

Strategic policy development

Report writing

Data interpretation

Client communication

Education

Degree in economics, geography, or related field

Postgraduate qualification (desirable)

Job description

Socio-Economics & Economic Development Lead
Location: Remote, with occasional office visits to London, Brighton, Bristol, or Warrington
Salary: £50,000 – £58,000 (depending on location and experience)

An exciting opportunity has opened for an experienced Socio-Economics and Economic Development professional to step into a senior role within a highly respected environmental and sustainability consultancy.

This position is ideal for someone ready to take a strategic lead in shaping and delivering socio-economic assessments, policy research, and development strategies across a diverse range of public and private sector projects. With a strong focus on sustainability, regeneration, levelling-up, and impact assessment, you’ll play a key role in projects that drive meaningful change and long-term outcomes.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Lead the delivery of socio-economic assessments, including for planning and EIA
• Contribute to strategic policy work on regeneration and regional economic development
• Apply technical guidance including HM Treasury Green Book and Additionality Guide
• Manage and mentor junior staff across projects
• Work closely with internal teams (environmental assessment, economics, natural capital)
• Support business development and client relationships
• Help shape team strategy and contribute to wider group growth

What We’re Looking For:

• Degree in economics, geography, or a related social science
• Proven consultancy or public policy experience in socio-economic analysis or economic development
• Expertise in demographic and labour market data
• Experience delivering assessments within the UK planning system
• Strong report writing, data interpretation, and client communication skills
• Experience supporting or managing teams

Desirable Extras:

• Postgraduate qualification
• Experience in EIPs, DCOs or Health Impact Assessments
• Background in international economic development work
• Previous involvement in competitive tendering or bid writing

What’s on Offer:

• Competitive salary between £50,000 and £58,000
• Fully remote working with occasional office visits
• 25+ days holiday, growing with service
• Private medical insurance and enhanced pension
• Life insurance and healthcare plan
• Training and career development programmes
• Rail/bus season ticket loans, cycle scheme and more
• Supportive and flexible working culture

Join a collaborative and mission-driven team where your work directly contributes to positive environmental and social impact across the UK and beyond.

Apply now to learn more or have a confidential discussion about the opportunity.