Economist, Economic Impact Consulting London, England
Job description
We are looking to hire an Economist to join the economic impact consulting team at Oxford Economics. The team is primarily based in OE’s London office and consists of around 30 economists. The team tackles a wide range of questions raised by our clients, from quantifying the economic impact of some of the world’s largest airlines to estimating the economic footprints of fashion industries and cultural institutions.
Economists will typically work on two or three research projects at a time with projects usually typically running between two and six months, culminating in a report or presentation to a client. Economists are expected to contribute in a wide variety of ways to different aspects of an engagement, reporting to an Associate Director or Lead Economist in undertaking modelling and data analysis, drafting reports to a high standard and explaining analysis to clients. Some specific types of analysis undertaken by our Economists include developing models based on input-output tables or quantifying economic impacts using a range of other quantitative tools such as cost-benefit analysis, and producing user models for clients to model impact scenarios.
The role offers an excellent opportunity to work with our diverse range of clients based all over the world and in all sectors. As well as strong quantitative analysis skills, our Economists excel in written and verbal communication, allowing them to explain complex concepts in a clear and accessible way. Economists also have the opportunity to work with senior colleagues in the production of project proposals for potential clients.
Job Description
Key elements of the role include the following:
- Contributing to project delivery and taking the lead on specific aspects of projects, through undertaking modelling and data analysis
- Planning and structuring aspects of projects and coordinating input from colleagues.
- Managing client enquiries and assisting with client engagement.
- Contributing to deliverables such as reports and presentations.
- Contributing to project proposals.
- Taking the initiative in suggesting ways to strengthen the quality of our analysis.
Person Specification
This exciting role would suit someone with at least two years of experience as a professional economist. The successful candidate will be rigorous, adaptable and creative in seeking solutions to difficult economic questions. Economists should also have the following attributes.
Economists should also have the following attributes.
Essential:
- Experience of quantitative economic analysis and dealing with a variety of datasets.
- Strong skills with Excel
- Experience with analysing large datasets.
- Evidence of successful quantitative project work and report-writing.
- Evidence of being creative in using economics to answer practical questions.
- Excellent written and verbal communication, including the ability to explain economic concepts and quantitative results, as well as their implications, to non-specialists.
- Attention to detail and a commitment to producing rigorous, accurate work.
Highly desirable:
- Familiarity with economic impact assessment techniques such as input-output modelling and cost benefit analysis.
Desirable:
- A post-graduate degree in economics or a closely-related quantitative discipline.
- Experience with quantitative analysis software such as Eviews, Stata, Python or R.
- Expertise or experience of analysing large household survey microdata (such as the Labour Force Survey).
- Experience of working in a consultancy or government.
How to Apply
To apply for the role, please submit a CV and covering letter, detailing how you meet the person specification and where you have relevant experience of elements and attributes of the role.
Oxford Economics is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.
About Oxford Economics
Oxford Economics was founded in 1981 as a commercial venture with Oxford University’s business college to provide economic forecasting and modelling to UK companies and financial institutions expanding abroad. Since then, we have become one of the world’s foremost independent global advisory firms, providing reports, forecasts and analytical tools on more than 200 countries, 250 industrial sectors, and 7,000 cities and regions. Our best-of-class global economic and industry models and analytical tools give us an unparalleled ability to forecast external market trends and assess their economic, social and business impact.
Headquartered in Oxford, England, with regional centres in London, New York, and Singapore, Oxford Economics has offices across the globe in Belfast, Boston, Cape Town, Chicago, Dubai, Frankfurt, Hong Kong, Houston, Johannesburg, Los Angeles, Melbourne, Mexico City, Milan, Paris, Philadelphia, Sydney, Tokyo, and Toronto. We employ 400 full-time staff, including more than 250 professional economists, industry experts and business editors—one of the largest teams of macroeconomists and thought leadership specialists. Our global team is highly skilled in a full range of research techniques and thought leadership capabilities, from econometric modelling, scenario framing, and economic impact analysis to market surveys, case studies, expert panels, and web analytics.
Oxford Economics is a key adviser to corporate, financial and government decision-makers and thought leaders. Our worldwide client base now comprises over 2,000 international organisations, including leading multinational companies and financial institutions; key government bodies and trade associations; and top universities, consultancies, and think tanks.
