Economist (Belfast)

Job description

Help shape how public money is invested across Northern Ireland's government estates. Join a leading organisation in a role where economic analysis, strategic business cases and practical advice will influence investment decisions with a lasting impact.

Salary / Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-related bonus
• Hybrid working and a Monday-to-Friday schedule
• 24/7 Virtual GP access, wellbeing resources and Employee Assistance Programme
• Competitive retirement plan and death-in-service benefit
• Retail discounts, career development opportunities, Cycle to Work scheme and paid volunteering day

About your next employer

Your next employer is a leading organisation supporting government estates and major programmes through expertise in economics, construction, property, finance and policy. As an Economist, you'll work with experienced professionals across these disciplines, providing evidence-led advice that helps shape estates strategy, investment appraisal and programme delivery across Northern Ireland.

About you

• A minimum 2:2 degree with Economics as a major component, or a relevant or equivalent qualification accepted by the selection panel
• At least two years' post-qualification experience in economic research and analysis, gained within the last ten years
• Experience working in a construction-related environment and producing economic advice, reports or analytical outputs
• Strong knowledge of economic principles, appraisal methodologies, evaluation and applied economic analysis
• Experience preparing business cases using the Five Case Model, with excellent communication, organisational and relationship-building skills

Nice to have

• A consultancy or government background
• Experience writing strategic business cases for government-funded capital building projects
• Experience developing business case strategies over a five-to-ten-year planning horizon
• Familiarity with The Green Book and Blue Books
• Experience in economic modelling, data analysis, impact assessment or presenting recommendations to senior stakeholders

What you'll do

• Provide economic advice to support estates strategy, investment decisions and programme delivery
• Develop and review business cases, economic appraisals and evaluations, assessing options, risks and value for money
• Analyse quantitative and qualitative evidence to identify costs, benefits, risks and potential outcomes
• Translate complex findings into clear reports, briefings and recommendations for senior decision makers
• Work with colleagues across construction, property, estates, finance and policy to challenge assumptions and improve future decisions

Applicants must be based in Northern Ireland and hold a full UK driving licence. Due to security clearance requirements, you must have lived continuously in the UK for at least five years.

For further information on this job, apply via the link or contact the VANRATH office for a confidential chat today.