Junior Economist[988255]

ERS specialises in undertaking economic and social research and providing related consultancy services to a range of organisations, including government departments, non-departmental public bodies, local authorities and a host of other public, private, and voluntary/community sector organisations.

Key Responsibilities :

• Lead on and contribute to the preparation of high quality, commercially sound proposals for new contracts and attending pitches to present our offer.
• Lead on/contribute to the design of research tools such as surveys.
• Undertake fieldwork, this could include conducting interviews, co-facilitating focus groups or carrying out observations.
• Write reports with robust and insightful conclusions.
• Engage with a wide range of audiences, including clients and research consultees.
• Establish and maintain positive working relationships with colleagues and clients.

Person Specification:

• A degree-level qualification, likely to be in economics.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Good interpersonal skills, therefore able to build rapport with a wide range of people.
• A positive attitude to team working.
• Willingness to progress, demonstrating enthusiasm and drive for personal development.
• A creative and curious mindset. Ability to problem solve and overcome challenges.

Salary and Benefits:

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