Current Vacancies

Senior Economist, Economic Advisory Team

 

Cebr is recruiting for a Senior Economist to start as soon as possible in 2021. The ideal candidate will have 2-6 years of experience in a relevant microeconomics role, econometric expertise and a Master’s or Bachelor’s degree in Economics.

 

About Cebr

 

Cebr is one of Britain’s most influential economics consultancies, providing services to Government departments and agencies, multi-nationals and trade and professional organisations.

 

Cebr is well known for its objective analysis, authoritative reports and annual World Economic League Table.

 

We are located in bustling EC1V, the heart of London’s Flat White Economy, though we offer flexible working from home arrangements.

 

To read more about us, see www.cebr.com.

 

Job description

 

The main role will involve providing economics solutions to clients’ problems.

 

Senior Economists would aim to progress to develop responsibilities along the following lines fairly quickly, depending on the projects available and their workload and aptitude:

 

• Project management.

• Business development & client relationship-building: to ensure customer satisfaction, repeat business and bring in new clients.
• People management, starting from working effectively with colleagues
• Contributing to the future of the business
• There are also opportunities for a significant media profile.

 

Progression is achieved on merit and depending on business considerations.  Senior economists are expected to have substantial competence in, and a track record of, quantitative economic analysis and writing reports using a variety of data, and manipulation of large datasets.

 

Characteristics we are seeking:

 

If you wish to join our friendly team of academically strong client-facing economic consultants, then you will need to convince us that you have at least:

 

• Excellent academic background: Master’s or very good Bachelor’s degree in Economics.
• 2-6 years of previous experience in an economics related role.
• Excellent knowledge of microeconomics.
• Technical econometric expertise is highly desirable.
• A general knowledge of the UK economy is desirable.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, including the ability to explain economic concepts and quantitative results, and their implications, to non-specialists.
• An ability to think originally and creatively, using economics to answer clients’ questions.
• Attention to detail and commitment to going the extra mile to deliver robust, accurate work that stands up to scrutiny, within the constraints of available time and resources.
• A proactive way of working: you need to be curious and willing to take the initiative in hunting down information and learning from previous projects and experiences.
• Proficiency in Excel.
• Native-level proficiency in English

 

Salary/ benefits:

Competitive salary plus a generous bonus system which pays on both ‘sales’ and ‘delivery’ of work. Auto-enrolment in the People’s Pension.

 

 

What to do next:

If you are interested in joining the team please get in touch. Send a CV and covering letter to ogood@cebr.com stating clearly when you might be available if appointed, and whether you are eligible to work in UK.

 

External Relations Associate

 

The Centre for Economics and Business Research (Cebr) is recruiting an exceptional candidate for the role of External Relations Associate. Reporting to the Head of Business Development, this role will suit a professional, enthusiastic and outgoing candidate, who is equally comfortable working both autonomously and in a team.

 

Cebr publishes a wide range of economic research in collaboration with FTSE 250 companies, Government and the third sector. This role is integral to generating new business opportunities and our marketing strategy.

 

The position will offer flexible working and the capacity to innovate and shape Cebr’s achievements and success. It presents the opportunity to build on extensive national and international networks in business and to contribute to Cebr’s reputation.

 

The successful candidate will be a highly resourceful person with the ability to talk engagingly about Cebr’s economic research to key stakeholders and manage competing workloads. The capacity to build meaningful external relationships and take the initiative will be crucial.

 

A degree in business studies, marketing or similar, with a high level interest in economics is very desirable.

 

Key responsibilities include:

Sales

• Proactively identifying and approaching businesses to generate sales opportunities, typically via phone calls and emails.
• Contributing to the pitching process and managing client relationships.
• Building strong relationships with strategic partners and attending client meetings.
• Contributing to the proposal writing process.
• Maintaining a knowledge of global economic and business trends to facilitate conversations with clients.
• Developing a strong knowledge of Cebr’s bespoke research track record and subscription products.

 

Marketing

• Day-to-day management of Cebr’s website and social media accounts.
• Following up on marketing campaigns to sell various subscription services.
• Managing the organisation of marketing events with Cebr’s partners to raise brand profile and increase sales opportunities.
• Providing feedback and suggest product improvements to economists, based on client interaction.

 

Practicalities

 

This is a full-time, permanent role. Hours are 9am-6pm Monday to Friday although they have a flexitime approach if you would like to start and finish earlier.

Competitive base salary and bonus scheme.

Generous leave allowance.

Company pension.

Starting as soon as possible.

 

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