Senior Economist

We are recruiting a senior economist to join our team to lead and manage quantitative analyses in the fields of employment, labour markets, health, and social policy. This role involves carrying out analysis of data from both survey and administrative sources to estimate the causal impact of public policy changes and associated costs and benefits. Typically, projects estimate the effectiveness of programmes designed to overcome barriers to labour market participation and reduce inequality, and so this role will have a particular focus on leading and managing high quality impact evaluations.

Making a difference through social research

IES is a leading independent centre of excellence for research and consultancy in public policy, HR and employment issues. We are not-for-profit and a registered charity, with a mission to bring about sustainable improvements in employment policy and human resource management.  We achieve this by increasing the understanding and improving the practice of key decision-makers in policy bodies and employing organisations.

About you

The successful candidate will be a highly competent quantitative researcher, with excellent skills in applied econometrics, statistics and/ or programming, and a track record in using these skills to a high standard as part of a research team. They will have the ability to lead project teams and work closely with clients.

Applicants should have excellent academic qualifications in economics or empirical social sciences (preferably at Masters level or higher) and a good understanding of UK employment and social policy and related research evidence.  

Your benefits

IES is based in Brighton, although the role is expected to be predominantly home-based initially. We offer excellent benefits including 27 days holiday per year plus four closure days over Christmas plus bank holidays and a contributory career-average defined-benefit pension scheme (USS).

For full details of the role, and how to apply, please download and apply on a standard IES application form along with an equal opportunities monitoring form. CVs will not be considered. 

Application closing date: Tuesday 1 June 2021 at midday

The Institute for Employment Studies is actively seeking to improve the diversity of our workforce and welcomes applications from all under-represented communities and groups. We are particularly keen to attract candidates from ethnic minority groups, given their under-representation within the applied research sector. We also make reasonable adjustments to accommodate the individual requirements of disabled candidates and those with health conditions.

Legal note

The Institute for Employment Studies:

• is a registered charity (no. 258390)
• seeks to be an equal opportunities employer
• is an Investor in People