At a Glance
- Tasks: Deliver high-quality economic analysis and solve complex problems for diverse clients.
- Company: Join EY-Parthenon, a leading global advisory firm with a collaborative culture.
- Benefits: Continuous learning, exposure to various industries, and career development opportunities.
- Other info: Work in a dynamic environment with a focus on teamwork and innovation.
- Why this job: Make a real impact by applying economics to tackle strategic challenges.
- Qualifications: 3+ years in economic consulting or related fields, strong analytical and communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 55000 - 65000 £ per year.
At EY-Parthenon, our unique combination of transformative strategy, transactions, tax and corporate finance delivers real-world value—solutions that work in practice, not just on paper. Benefiting from EY’s full spectrum of services, we’ve reimagined strategic consulting to work in a world of increasing complexity. With deep functional and sector expertise, paired with innovative AI-powered technology and an investor mindset, we partner with CEOs, boards, private equity and governments every step of the way.
EY-Parthenon’s Economic Advisory team of 40 economists combines deep economic expertise with advanced quantitative and analytical techniques to help clients address complex strategic, regulatory and policy challenges. Our work spans a wide range of issues including competition, regulation, transaction support, public policy and economic impact.
We are looking to recruit an Executive (Assistant Manager) level economist to support the continued growth of our practice. This role is suited to candidates with 3+ years of relevant experience in applying economics to real-world problems, across consultancy, industry, regulators or government.
Your key responsibilities:
- Support the delivery of high-quality economic analysis across multiple client engagements.
- Apply economic theory, econometrics and quantitative techniques to solve complex problems and inform decision‑making.
- Undertake data analysis, modelling and interpretation to generate actionable insight.
- Contribute to the preparation of clear, well‑structured reports, presentations and client deliverables.
- Assist in economic impact assessments, regulatory analysis, and strategy‑related engagements.
- Work collaboratively with senior team members to deliver projects on time and to a high standard.
- Support client interactions, helping to communicate complex economic concepts to non‑technical audiences.
- Identify issues, contribute ideas and support the development of practical solutions for clients.
- Contribute to the development of HM Treasury Green Book‑compliant business cases, applying robust appraisal, cost‑benefit analysis and options assessment techniques to support investment and policy decisions.
Skills and attributes for success:
- Sector experience: Candidates should have experience in one or more of the following sectors and an interest in developing their knowledge across others: Telecommunications, Media and Technology (TMT), Financial Services, Infrastructure, Transport, Power and Utilities.
- Experience may include economic analysis, policy development, regulation, strategy, business cases, market assessments or consulting assignments.
- Strong analytical capability with a logical and structured approach to problem solving.
- Ability to interpret and apply economic theory in a commercial or policy context.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey complex concepts clearly.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high‑quality outputs.
- Collaborative mindset with the ability to work effectively in teams.
- Proactive attitude and willingness to take ownership of workstreams.
- At least 3 years of relevant experience in economic consulting, public policy, regulation, or a related field.
- UK and/or EU experience (preferable).
- A strong academic background in Economics, Econometrics or related discipline.
- Exposure to one or more of the following: Competition or regulatory economics, Economic impact assessment, Policy evaluation, Strategy, pricing or market analysis.
Ideally, you will also have:
- Experience working with large datasets and statistical or programming tools (e.g. Excel, Stata, R, Python).
- Experience contributing to client‑facing deliverables or stakeholder engagement.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment.
What we offer you:
- Continuous learning and development opportunities.
- Exposure to a wide range of industries and economic issues.
- A collaborative and inclusive working environment.
- The opportunity to develop your career in a leading global advisory firm.
Executive - Economic Advisory - London employer: EY
EY is an exceptional employer that fosters a collaborative and innovative work culture in Manchester, where you can thrive as an Industry Strategy & Growth Lead. With comprehensive benefits including medical coverage and flexible vacation policies, alongside a strong commitment to professional development, EY empowers its employees to grow and excel in their careers while making a meaningful impact in the consumer and health sectors.
