About the role
We are looking for an experienced Research and Intelligence Manager to join our Chief Executive’s Office and lead a team of Senior and Data Analysts.
You will provide high-quality economic insight, intelligence and evidence to support strategic decision-making, policy development, investment and economic growth across Cambridgeshire and Peterborough.
Working at a strategic level, you will use your expertise in economic modelling, research, business case development and project appraisal to help ensure our policies, plans and projects deliver results and value for money. You will also support the evidence base underpinning the Oxford-Cambridge Growth Corridor.
What you'll be doing
- Lead high-quality economic research, analysis and intelligence to inform policy, strategy and investment decisions.
- Develop and use economic forecasting and modelling to understand trends and future growth scenarios.
- Provide assurance and analytical support on business cases, projects and programmes.
- Build effective partnerships across Cambridgeshire and Peterborough, the Oxford-Cambridge Growth Corridor and wider networks
About you
- A degree with a significant economics component, or equivalent relevant experience.
- Strong knowledge of economic modelling, research design and statistical analysis.
- Experience delivering high-quality economic analysis in a policy-facing environment.
You will also have strong technical skills, including experience with statistical and analytical tools such as R, Python, Excel and Power BI, as well as GIS tools such as ArcGIS or QGIS. You will be confident translating complex analysis into clear messages that influence decisions and priorities.
Our values
You will demonstrate behaviours aligned with our CIVIL values:
Collaboration ¦ Integrity ¦ Vision ¦ Innovation ¦ Leadership
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone is valued and has the opportunity to thrive. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and are committed to ensuring our recruitment process is fair, accessible and inclusive.
We are a Disability Confident Employer and will make reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process where required.
Right to work
Applicants must have the right to work in the UK for the duration of their employment.
We are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this role.
Apply
If you have the economic expertise, analytical capability and leadership skills to help shape evidence-led decision-making across the region, we would love to hear from you.
Please note, we reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications.
The Company
Local government—but not as you know it!
We’re the Cambridgeshire & Peterborough Combined Authority (CPCA), a bold and forward-thinking organisation created in 2017 through a landmark devolution deal with Government. That deal handed us the power and the funding to make decisions locally, for the people who live and work here.
We’re a partnership of seven councils working together with businesses, educators, health services, emergency responders and community groups to drive growth and improve lives across our region. Led by a directly elected Mayor and a Board of local leaders, we’re united by a clear mission - to get Cambridgeshire and Peterborough moving.
At the Combined Authority, we do things the CIVIL way—Collaboration, Integrity, Vision, Innovation, Leadership. We’re passionate about our people and proud of our culture. If you’re looking for a career where you can make a real impact, grow your skills, and be part of something meaningful, you’ve come to the right place.
Explore our vacancies and start your journey with us today.
The Benefits
Generous Annual Leave
Flexible Working
Local Government Pension Scheme
Employees Benefits & Wellbeing Platform
The Values
- The CIVILS
Our annual CIVIL awards ceremony recognises and rewards employee successes
- Work-Life Balance
Flexible Working helps my work-life balance
- Learning & Development
The CPCA supports my professional development
Research & Intelligence Manager in Huntingdon employer: Cambridgeshire & Peterborough Combined Authority NEW
The Cambridgeshire & Peterborough Combined Authority is an exceptional employer, offering a collaborative and supportive work environment where your contributions can drive meaningful change across the region. With flexible and hybrid working options, generous annual leave, and a commitment to employee development, you will have the opportunity to grow your skills while making a real impact on local communities. Join us in a forward-thinking organisation that values integrity, innovation, and leadership, and be part of a mission that truly matters.
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