Senior Economist

🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 7 May 2026
LOCATION
Cardiff
TYPE
Full-time
LEVEL
Mid-Senior level
CATEGORY
Consulting & Professional Services
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SKILLS

Economics Econometrics Project Management Stakeholder Management Team Leadership Research Methodology Communication Policy Analysis

FULL DESCRIPTION

Senior Economist - Cardiff

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is hiring a Senior Economist to lead projects and manage teams. This is a full-time, hybrid position based in Cardiff, UK.

About [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] combines analytical expertise with communication skills, working on critical societal issues. Clients include UK government departments, the Welsh Government, the Scottish Government, and international organizations like the World Bank and UNICEF.

What You Will Do

As a Senior Economist, you will lead multiple projects, design analytical approaches, manage a team of 1-3 economists, and work with multi-disciplinary teams. You will be mentored by top experts and interact with senior leadership and clients.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead planning, development, and execution of projects.
  • Manage project teams to deliver high-quality outputs.
  • Develop research techniques and methodologies.
  • Collaborate with senior management on strategy and business development.
  • Engage with stakeholders and clients.
  • Foster a collaborative team environment.

Requirements

Essential: University-level degree in Economics or related field; fluency in English. Desirable: Experience in government, academia, consulting, or voluntary sector; experience in key policy areas.

Working Arrangements

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] offers a hybrid work model with flexibility. Most staff work from home 1-2 days per week; 4-day work week options available. Offices are designed for collaboration and accessibility. Remote working considered for applicants with disabilities.

Application

Submit application via the form below. Include CV, cover letter, and supplementary material. For issues, contact [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal].

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