Across these fields, our work includes the preparation of evidence-based strategies and action plans; appraisals and business cases; economic impact assessments; and policy and programme evaluations. In practice, this means:

conducting qualitative and quantitative socio-economic research on local and regional economies, e.g. analysing strengths, weaknesses and future prospects of local labour markets and key employment sectors

preparing HM Treasury Green Book-compliant business cases for social, physical and economic interventions (projects and programmes)

completing economic impact assessments - including as part of ex-post evaluations

designing and delivering process, impact and value for money evaluations, including applying both experimental/quasi-experimental and theory-based methods

building capacity within partnerships, and supporting processes of strategy development and action planning.

As well as having experience of research or evaluation in a relevant policy field, Senior Consultants contribute substantially to project deliverables - including the preparation of both reports and presentations. Senior Consultants manage some smaller projects and deputy project manage larger or more complicated projects - they therefore need to be comfortable engaging with clients and working closely with both more senior and junior team members. They also help us develop proposals for new work. This means thinking through approaches and methodologies which are deliverable and proportionate, but also creative. Senior Consultants need to be confident analysts, including in terms of overseeing the work of more junior consultants. They should also bring skills and ideas in relation to the visualisation of data and/or their mapping.

a first degree in a relevant subject (minimum 2:1), including some quantitative elements

significant experience in a comparable role

excellent knowledge of relevant public policy in the UK

excellent knowledge of HM Treasury Green Book, DLUHC and other business case guidance (particularly in relation to the five-case model), including associated economics-related methodologies and their practical application

a good knowledge of robust evaluation methodologies and approaches

strong verbal and written communication skills

excellent digital skills, including Microsoft Teams, PowerBI and Microsoft 365 applications.

Local/sub-national economic development - Research and advice on policies and interventions linked to local economic development (with an increasing focus on sustainability/net zero and inclusivity alongside local economic competitiveness). Projects range in scale from site level (including major new developments) through to sub-regions, city-regions and broader areas.

Innovation, enterprise and business growth - Research and advice on policies relating to enterprise and business support, financial instruments to support firms, and the role of science and innovation in developing places, clusters and sectors.

We offer an excellent remuneration package which includes:

Competitive basic salary of £40,000 pa or more, depending on experience

Annual performance related bonus

Flexible working

Contributory pension scheme with up to 5% matching contributions

Permanent Health Insurance and Death in Service

Flexible benefits options, which include private health and dental schemes for individuals and their dependents, health assessments and bikes to work scheme

Support for continuous personal and professional development.