Economic Advisory Manager (Dublin)

EY; Dublin; Hybrid; EUR 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid Working

Pension

Maternity & Paternity leave

Discounted health insurance

Bike to work Scheme

Job summary

EY in Ireland seeks highly motivated economists to join its Economic Advisory team at Manager level in Dublin or Cork, focusing on infrastructure investments, policy evaluation, and economic impact assessment across all-island work.

You will lead smaller projects under supervision, collaborate across EY and with clients, develop business cases, appraise economic value, monetise socio-economic benefits, and help shape public and private sector strategies in a flexible hybrid working environment.

Qualifications

• Degree in Economics, Finance, Business, Politics, Geography or related subject
• Minimum experience of 2 years for Executive and 5 years for Manager
• For Managers we require experience in one or more: business case development, cost benefit analysis, economic impact assessment, regulatory or policy evaluation
• Ability to solve complex problems in a logical and structured manner
• Experience applying economic theory to infrastructure investments, public policy or corporate issues
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills including ability to explain complex technical issues to non-technical audiences
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively within a team

Responsibilities

• Progressing infrastructure investments through funding approval gates
• Appraising the economic value of public investments
• Monetising the socio-economic benefits of projects
• Reviewing and evaluating policies
• Assessing the direct and indirect economic impact of private sector projects
• Analysing the regulatory environment and its impact on economic activities

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Degree in Economics/Finance/Business/Politics/Geography or related

Tools

Economics tools

Job description

At EY, our purpose is building a better working world. The insights and services we provide help to create long-term value for clients, people and society, and to build trust in the capital markets. Whenever you join, however long you stay, the exceptional EY experience lasts a lifetime.

EY's Economic Advisory team is looking to expand significantly in the coming months to capture exciting opportunities and answer major challenges in the current landscape. Geopolitical tensions continue to create uncertainty, while rising costs for talent and property add financial pressure.Climate risk and the need for sustainable solutions are becoming increasingly critical, requiring innovative approaches to resource management. It is also an exciting time to help shape the infrastructure investment needs of the Island of Ireland.

The opportunity

We are seeking highly motivated candidates at Manager level to join the team to help continue our growth. There are currently opportunities in our Dublin and Cork offices and the roles are predominantly focused on all-island work.

Successful applicants will work across a range of economic areas including business case development, economic appraisal, policy evaluation, economic impact assessment, and sectoral analysis and strategy.

Roles are full-time permanent positions and are not as part of a training contract. There is no requirement to complete accountancy (ACCA/ACA) or Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) exams, though this can be considered if candidates wish to pursue accreditation.

Your key responsibilities

Candidates at Executive level will be expected to help deliver economic projects while Managers will be expected to lead smaller projects. They will work closely with the existing team and across EY to support our clients.

Working under the supervision of Assistant Directors, Directors or Partners within EY Parthenon as well as other EY departments in both Ireland and internationally on the following assignments:

• Progressing infrastructure investments through funding approval gates
• Appraising the economic value of public investments
• Monetising the socio‑economic benefits of projects
• Reviewing and evaluating policies
• Assessing the direct and indirect economic impact of private sector projects
• Analysing the regulatory environment and its impact on economic activities

To qualify for the role you must have

• A degree in Economics, Finance, Business, Politics, Geography or related subject
• Minimum experience of 2 years for Executive and 5 years for Manager
• For Managers we require experience in one or more of the following: business case development (Infrastructure Guidelines, GreenBook or international experience), cost benefit analysis, economic impact assessment, regulatory or policy evaluation.
• An ability to solve complex problems in a logical and structured manner
• Experience of applying economic theory to infrastructure investments, public policy or corporate issues
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills including an ability to explain complex technical issues to a non‑technical audience
• Excellent inter‑personal skills and ability to work effectively and positively within a team

Ideally, you’ll also have

• Specific sectoral knowledge (health, transport, energy, IT, real estate)
• Interest in identifying new areas of business development and innovative solutions to complex problem solving

People responsibilities

• Develop network of contacts (internal & external)
• Seek regular feedback on individual assignments and regular guidance from counsellor
• Manage own time to budgets and communicate progress against plan to assignment manager
• Identifying issues and drawing to attention of Partner/Director and contributing to discussions

What working at EY offers

We offer a competitive remuneration package. Our comprehensive Total Rewards package includes support for flexible working and career development, and with FlexEY you can select benefits that suit your needs, covering holidays, health and well‑being, insurance, savings and a wide range of discounts, offers and promotions. Plus, we offer:

• Support and coaching from some of the most engaging colleagues around
• Opportunities to develop new skills and progress your career
• The freedom and flexibility to handle your role in a way that’s right for you

All our employees are given a benefits package which they can tailor to suit their individual preferences. Our range of benefits include:

• Pension
• Maternity & Paternity leave
• Discounted health insurance
• Bike to work Scheme
• Web Doctor - Free unlimited online GP consultations for you and your family
• Recognition Awards
• The purchase of additional annual leave
• Cash incentives for referrals
• Hybrid Working
• Free Gym membership
• TECH MBA paid by EY
• Travel Pass
• Wellness rooms Available in some offices

EY is committed to being an inclusive employer and we are happy to consider flexible working arrangements. We strive to achieve the right balance for our people, enabling us to deliver excellent client service whilst allowing you to build your career without sacrificing your personal priorities. While our client‑facing professionals can be required to travel regularly, and at times be based at client sites, our flexible working arrangements can help you to achieve a lifestyle balance.

• When you join EY, you will be supported to ensure that you are enhancing your skills from day one.
• Continuous learning, where you can develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next.
• As you grow and develop here, you’ll discover opportunities to help customise your career journey, so that it’s as unique as you are - success is defined by you, we will provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way.
• Transformative leadership, we will give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs.
• Diverse and inclusive culture, you will be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.
• We have embraced Hybrid working at EY adding greater flexibility and autonomy to the roles of our employees.

Inclusion & Diversity

We hold a collective commitment to foster an environment where all differences are valued and respected, practices are equitable and everyone experiences a sense of belonging: Inclusion, diversity, and equity are part of who we are at EY. We believe that the highest-performing teams maximize the power of different perspectives and backgrounds. These teams are both diverse and inclusive and are willing to invite and learn from other perspectives. Our ability to include various viewpoints into our mindsets, behaviours and operations is fundamental to driving innovation, building strong relationships, and delivering the best solutions for our clients.

We recognise the strength that comes from having a diverse workforce and building a culture where we support all our people to achieve their potential. You’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.

As an equal opportunities’ employer, we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. Reasonable accommodations are offered at every stage of our recruitment process.

If you can confidently demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible.

Join us in building a better working world.That’s Why, EY.