Senior Analyst

Job Description Are you an experienced analyst (of any background) looking to make a difference to the way Scotland’s finances are managed? The Scottish Fiscal Commission has an exciting opportunity to lead its work providing analysis and commentary on the Scottish Government’s funding and spending. The role will also work closely with our Chair to identify and support opportunities to communicate the Commission’s work. It involves working closely with the fiscal sustainability team and other analysts in the organization, taking a lead on communications planning, and looking for opportunities to publicize the Commission’s work to stakeholders. The team produces analysis and commentary on the Scottish Government’s plans for spending, funding, and borrowing. These assessments are published in two reports each year that accompany the Scottish Budget and Medium Term Financial Strategy (MTFS). You can see our report from the most recent Budget and our Fiscal Update published in August. Responsibilities Develop the Commission’s analysis and commentary on the Scottish Government’s funding and spending position in the Scottish Budget and Medium Term Financial Strategy, supported by your line manager. Lead the Commission’s assessment of the Scottish Government’s borrowing plans at each fiscal event. Ensure the work of the Commission is clearly presented and accessible to a wide range of audiences, including presenting to stakeholders and at public events. This will involve working closely with analysts across the Commission. Support the Chair with a program of regular engagement disseminating the work of the Commission. Identify opportunities for the Commission to showcase its work, including speaking opportunities and the development of a regular blog series highlighting relevant work of the Commission to the public debate. Manage, support, coach, and develop staff as appropriate, whilst managing a team of two analysts. Maintain strong, positive relationships with stakeholders including Scottish Government officials, the Office for Budgetary Responsibility, HM Treasury, and the Northern Ireland Fiscal Council. #J-18808-Ljbffr