Economic Advisory - Assistant Manager/Manager

Roles & Responsibilities

Our team advises on complex economic questions using rigorous quantitative methods. Current and recent projects include:

• Developing economic impact assessments for sectors including data centres and large-scale entertainment events;

• Preparing business cases for major capital investments and programmes – from film studios to sports arenas, hospitals and universities, we are trusted advisors in appraising government spending plans;

• Advising government departments and agencies on key economic questions such as city centre vitality, consumer sentiment and sector growth opportunities;

• Advising on macroeconomic trends and forecasts; and

• Providing commentary to media and industry organisations – our insights are sought out across various media outlets and across sectors such as banking, tourism, manufacturing and government.

We are seeking an experienced Assistant Manager/ Manager with the skills to work as part of our team on such engagements. 

Skills and Experience

Education and Certifications

• Masters or third-level degree, with a strong academic record in an economics or business related field;
• 4-6 years minimum experience in a strategic or economics role is required depending on the level applied for. 

Skills and Competencies 

• Strong data analysis and economic modelling skills;

• Formal report writing and presentation skills;

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with a commitment to professional and client service excellence. The ability to develop good working relationships is critical;

• Ability to effectively balance a number of tasks, work to deadlines and produce quality deliverables, in particular written reports and models;

• Strong Microsoft Project skills, along with Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Excel, Word) skills;

• Experience in team/project management and leadership; and

• A proactive approach, balanced with strong business acumen.