At a Glance
- Tasks: Conduct impactful economic analysis for UK public sector clients and support policy development.
- Company: Join ICF, a leading public policy consultancy with a collaborative culture.
- Benefits: Enjoy hybrid working, competitive salary, private medical insurance, and generous annual leave.
- Other info: Be part of a diverse team and access excellent training opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in public policy while developing your skills in a dynamic environment.
- Qualifications: Degree in economics or quantitative discipline with strong analytical skills required.
The predicted salary is between 34650 - 42350 £ per year.
We are looking for an Analyst (Economist) to join ICF's growing economics function within our UK Policy Research, Evaluation and Strategy (PRES) team. ICF is one of the UK's leading public policy consultancies, supporting government departments, regulators and public bodies to develop evidence-based policy and make better decisions. Our economists work alongside policy researchers, evaluators and subject matter experts to provide robust economic analysis that informs policy development, appraisal, evaluation and investment decisions.
Our economics team delivers economic evaluation, value for money (VfM) analysis, cost-benefit analysis, impact assessment, economic appraisal, business case development and bespoke economic analysis. We work on issues at the top of today’s policy agenda, including economic growth, energy, telecoms, security, the impact of new technologies, and better regulation. Economic analysis in support of assignments for one or more of DESNZ, BIST (DBT), DCMS and Defra will be a particular focus of your work, alongside ICF's wider public sector portfolio.
The Analyst (Economist) role will focus on providing high-quality economic analysis across policy research and evaluation projects. The role will contribute to growing our portfolio of economic and value for money evaluations and other bespoke economic analysis.
What you'll do
- Undertake economic analysis supporting policy research and evaluation.
- Support delivery of economic evaluation, VfM / 5Es analysis, cost-benefit analysis and bespoke economic studies.
- Analyse quantitative datasets and evidence.
- Communicate findings clearly.
- Work within multidisciplinary teams.
- Support development of ICF's economics capability.
What you'll need to succeed
You will thrive in a fast-paced environment. You will have a wide range of interests and be able to develop a nuanced understanding of complex economic issues. You will have a proven track record in contributing to consulting assignments, economic/VfM evaluations, and/or other economic analysis projects. You will be self-motivated and able to manage a varied workload to deadlines without compromising quality.
Your experience could have been gained in consulting, government, a regulatory agency, academia, or the private sector.
You will have:
- Degree in economics or quantitative discipline.
- Minimum 2 years' relevant experience.
- Strong analytical skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication.
Desirable experience
- Economic evaluation, value for money analysis, appraisal or cost-benefit analysis.
- HM Treasury Green Book, Magenta Book and Aqua Book.
- Economic modelling and quantitative analysis.
- Experience in one or more of DESNZ, BIST (DBT), DCMS and Defra policy areas.
Working at ICF means applying a passion for meaningful work with intellectual rigor to help solve the leading issues of our day. Smart, compassionate, innovative, committed, ICF employees tackle unprecedented challenges to benefit people, businesses, and governments around the globe. We believe in collaboration, mutual respect, open communication, and opportunity for growth.
We can only solve the world's toughest challenges by building an inclusive workplace that allows everyone to thrive. We are committed to creating a culture where we embrace our differences in ideas and identities. Together, our employees are empowered to share their expertise and collaborate with others to achieve personal and professional goals.
The benefits of joining ICF:
- Hybrid working policy.
- Employee wellbeing hub.
- Competitive recognition program.
- Single Private Medical Insurance cover.
- Dental insurance and an online GP service.
- 25 days annual leave, plus UK bank holidays.
- Pension scheme with 5% of salary employer contribution.
- Life assurance paying 4x annual salary.
- Enhanced parental leave policies.
Consultant (Economist) employer: ICF
ICF is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic and inclusive work culture that prioritises employee growth and well-being. With a hybrid working policy, comprehensive benefits including private medical insurance, and a commitment to professional development through peer-to-peer communities, ICF empowers its employees to thrive while tackling meaningful public policy challenges across the UK. Join a diverse team where your expertise will be valued and your contributions celebrated, making a real impact on society.
