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Wed 10 Mar 2010

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Senior Consultant - Energy Economics | Surrey | 579

Regulatory Telecommunications Economist | London | 578

Economist | London | EEF

Chief Economist | Centre for Policy Studies | London | £competitive | CPS

Senior Consultant | Surrey | 577

Enegy Economist | Brighton | 576

Macro economist. Senior Associate | London | FSA

Economist | London | Nomura

Senior Regulatory Economist | Guernsey | OUR

Associate Partner - Economic Consulting - Competition and regulatory economics | London | 575

Director - Economic Consulting - Energy and Utilities | London | 574

Assistant Director | London | 573

Senior Economists - Biofuels - Oxford | Oxford | £30-50k | 572

Energy Economist - energy and metals demand forecasts | Edinburgh or London | Salary in Edinburgh £33-37k and in London £40-45k plus bens | 571

Senior Economist - Google | London or Brussels | Negotiable | Google

Chief Economist - Age UK | SW London | c£45,000 | AgeUK

Chair in Energy and Resource Economics - The University of Auckland, New Zealand | New Zealand | NZ11637

Head of Economic Policy Team | London | to £66,000 | OFT815

Senior Economist - Economic Analysis Group | London | 570

Market Economist | Brighton | £43,239 | tPR

Senior Economist | London | £72,969 | GLA

Economist | Hull | £31,000 to £35,000 | Netgain

Environmental Economist | London | circa £35,000 | 568

Director - Economic Consulting - Energy and Utilities | London | 567

Macro Economists - All levels - Property, Commodities, Financial Markets & Emerging Markets | London | 566

Director / Assistant Director / Senior Economist | London | 565

A/D - Big Four | London | £ to attract the best | 564

Econometrician / Modeller x 2 | London | £35 - 55k depending on experience | 560

Senior Associate, Economist - Government Regulator | London | £36,300 - £45,500 | 559

Principal Economist - Government Regulator | London | £48,162 - £66,460 (Grade 5) | 558

Consulting opportunities | London | £ to attract the best | 557

Consultant – Public Policy and Finance, Health | London | 556

Consultant – Public Policy and Finance, Health

Our client is an economic and financial policy advisory business based in London. They advise governments and their agencies, regulators, non-governmental organisations and the private sector across three practice areas: Public Policy and Finance, Emerging Markets, and Regulatory Economics. Their core staff have extensive experience in economics, government, banking, corporate finance and consulting.

Over the last three years our client has developed a successful business area providing analytical support, business modelling and financial and policy advice to UK health sector organisations, covering issues related to health sector reform and long-term financial sustainability. They also give advice to global health organisations and partnerships that provide investment and support for improving health outcomes in emerging markets.

The Role

Our client is looking to recruit a Consultant with health sector knowledge to work in their Public Policy and Finance practice area. The key responsibilities of the post will include:

· Developing financial and business models to inform strategic advice and policy recommendations.

· Undertaking research and analysis and report writing to support the delivery of projects.

· Searching for potential new business opportunities, and contributing to the preparation of proposals and other tender submissions.

· Working with project teams - comprising internal staff and external associates - to advise health sector clients primarily in the UK, but there may also be opportunities to work on health related projects in the context of both other European and less developed countries.

· Contributing to certain aspects of the day to day running and development of the company

Experience Required

Candidates should have an undergraduate degree in economics, finance or related discipline and 2 -3 years of work experience, either working directly for a health sector organisation or for a consultancy firm in a health sector advisory role. Strong quantitative and analytical skills or an accounting background would be favourable and experience of using Excel and other Microsoft applications is essential. Successful candidates will need to demonstrate strong interpersonal skills and client-facing experience, as the role will involve regular engagement with a wide variety of public sector stakeholders and external consultants.

Other requirements

Candidates should have the legal right to work in the UK.

To apply, please email your CV to mailto:556@EconomistJobs.co.uk quoting the position reference 556 | ^ Top

Consulting opportunities | London | £ to attract the best | 557

This advertisement is aimed at those people working in consultancy or regulation who read my email alerts each week waiting to see something different.

This is a new opportunity and a chance to join a team that is attracting the brightest and the best.

The company is a global firm of senior business and consulting professionals that specialises in improving corporate financial and operational performance, executing corporate turnarounds and providing economic consulting, litigation consulting and forensic accounting services.

To find out more, please call me on 07971 553443 or email James.Phillips@srs.co.uk and we can arrange a convenient time to speak.

To apply, please email your CV to mailto:557@EconomistJobs.co.uk quoting the position reference 557 | ^ Top

Principal Economist - Government Regulator | London | £48,162 - £66,460 (Grade 5) | 558

JOB TITLE: Principal, Economist

DIRECTORATE: Economic Policy

REPORTS TO: Director, Economic Policy

MAIN FUNCTIONS OF JOB:

1.The post holder will provide economic analysis and policy advice to a range of projects including:

I. Cost transparency and accounting separation;

II. The scope of the universal service;

III. Affordability of services;

IV. Efficiency

V. Anti-competitive investigations

VI. Market study

2. The post holder will work within the Economic Policy Directorate and will be expected to contribute to the development of staff within the Directorate and to the leadership of the Directorate.

MAIN DUTIES OF POSTHOLDER:

In this post you will be required to play a key role in providing high quality economic advice to enable well rounded and informed policy judgements. You will also need to analyse competition and regulatory issues and concerns and apply standard economic analysis to conduct investigations and inform decisions on regulation and deregulation.

This role will entail drafting and presenting policy proposals and economic advice to the Executive Board and Commissioners as appropriate and coordinate analysis and research to inform it.
Where you will be leading a project, you will be expected to ensure the production of our proposals and decision documents and in doing so, will be responsible for the timeliness and quality of the outputs from the team and will ensure the team adopts best practice in project and programme management and control.
Where you are working on a number of projects, you will be expected to ensure a coherent economic approach has been applied across the different projects
This role may also entail leading meetings with external stakeholders.
In addition, it is expected that you can be very flexible and can proactively lead projects, manage budgets and motivate and lead teams. You will therefore need to be well organised, motivated, positive and a flexible teamworker.

TERMS & CONDITIONS: 6-9 month interim/loan/secondment. Permanent applicants will also be considered.

For further information, please email your CV to James.Phillips@srs.co.uk

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Senior Associate, Economist - Government Regulator | London | £36,300 - £45,500 | 559

JOB DESCRIPTION Senior Associate, Economist

JOB TITLE: PAY RANGE: 4

DIRECTORATE: Economic Policy

REPORTS TO: Director, Economic Policy

MAIN FUNCTIONS OF JOB:

The post holder will provide economic analysis and policy advice to a range of projects including:

Applications to change the basis of price regulation as competition develops in the market
Applications to change the structure of its prices to make them more cost reflective
Investigations into anti-competitive behaviour
Assessing the health of the universal service
Assessing the development of competition and whether changes are necessary to further the interests of postal users

MAIN DUTIES OF THE POSTHOLDER:

The main duties of the Postholder are:

Management of economic projects
Providing economic analysis
Developing and evaluating policy options
Drafting and presenting policy papers based on the analysis undertaken
Drafting public policy documents for consultation
Contributing to the formation of policy in relation to projects

PERSON SPECIFICATION

Qualifications

Educated to Degree level in economics, accounting, finance or a similar numerate discipline

Experience

Experience of providing economic and policy advice on anti-competitive complaints

Experience of management in an organisation dealing with complex and sensitive issues

Experience of developing policies to address complex regulatory issues

Experience of planning and controlling large projects and budgets

Experience of working in multi-disciplinary teams and with staff with other areas of expertise

Experience of presenting the organisation’s positions externally

Experience of commanding authority with presence at external meetings

Ability to cultivate effective external contacts

Ability to assess own development priorities

Knowledge

Knowledge of economic regulation and principles

Ability to understand the key economic and financial issues

Ability to understand the key economic issues facing new entrants to the market

A reasonable understanding of finance

To apply, please email your CV to mailto:559@EconomistJobs.co.uk quoting the position reference 559 | ^ Top

Econometrician / Modeller x 2 | London | £35 - 55k depending on experience | 560

My client is the leading global information services company, providing data and analytical tools to clients in more than 65 countries. The company is now looking to recruit two modellers / econometricians. The salary range for the posts is £35-40k and £40-55k

Ideally candidates will have experience of data analytics, macro/industrial modelling skills and good statistical package knowledge (EViews). The role will be to build regional and industry models.

Please email your CV to James.Phillips@srs.co.uk to receive further details. Please include details on your current salary and entitlement to work in the UK (if required)

To apply, please email your CV to mailto:560@EconomistJobs.co.uk quoting the position reference 560 | ^ Top

A/D - Big Four | London | £ to attract the best | 564

My client is looking to recruit Associate Directors to join their established economics practice. Candidates with experience in competition, regulation, financial services, transport, health or public services will be of particular interest.

Please email james.phillips@srs.co.uk to register you interest, or call James on 01785 851133 for an informal discussion.

To apply, please email your CV to mailto:564@EconomistJobs.co.uk quoting the position reference 564 | ^ Top

Director / Assistant Director / Senior Economist | London | 565

An established international consultancy is expanding it's competition and litigation offering – This is a unique opportunity to join a firm with strong growth prospects. An influential and international firm of senior professionals. A firm with a very flat structure. A business which is heavily based on giving expert advice and reports. This is an opportunity to help develop a 2M+ European Economics business. Please call James Phillips on 01785 851133 to discuss or email James.Phillips@srs.co.uk for more information.

To apply, please email your CV to mailto:565@EconomistJobs.co.uk quoting the position reference 565 | ^ Top

Macro Economists - All levels - Property, Commodities, Financial Markets & Emerging Markets | London | 566

Our client, a successful, rapidly growing, macro-economic consultancy with headquarters in London, is looking for talented economists at all levels.

As well as general macro-economists, we are currently particularly interested in hearing from economists with knowledge and expertise in emerging markets, commodities, financial markets, the property sector, and the Canadian economy. Successful candidates will need a good first degree in economics, a graduate degree and at least two years relevant experience.

Ability to express yourself clearly in English is absolutely essential.

To apply, please email your CV to mailto:566@EconomistJobs.co.uk quoting the position reference 566 | ^ Top

Director - Economic Consulting - Energy and Utilities | London | 567

This is your opportunity to join our client's fast growing Economic Consulting team in a leadership role. Benefiting from high levels of client exposure and working along side some of the top practitioners in the field, you will actively market Economic Consulting's services to energy and utility clients, develop and manage strong client relationships and ensure delivery of projects to a varied client base by providing detailed economics solutions.

Sector Specialists - be a leader in your chosen field

You will play a key role in ensuring delivery of projects, the development and maintenance of client relationships in the energy sector and marketing to clients. The primary, but not exclusive focus, to be on the more closely regulated sectors - electricity and gas - and on issues of economic regulation, climate change and strategy development. Projects will largely be delivered in the form of reports/presentations supported by analysis.

You will take a leadership role within the practice. This involves taking responsibility for a sales target, building on existing networks and developing relationships to win mandates. You will provide leadership to a team of consultants to deliver solutions on a range of energy-related business and public policy issues.

As a leading energy economist you will:

Have experience of practical application of economics within leading operators and regulatory authorities
Enjoy and be keen to get involved with marketing and business development
Ideally have exposure to the practical application of regulation, pricing, market analysis, regulatory accounting, licensing and competition issues

To qualify, you will be able to demonstrate:

A postgraduate degree in economics from a leading university
Significant work experience in a consultancy, governmental organisation or corporate
Experience in leading regulatory economic assignments, including quantitative analysis and modelling
Understanding of UK and European energy markets with a particular focus on electricity and gas
Understanding of climate change, renewables and associated economic issues
Good presentation and writing skills
Proven success in marketing to clients

To apply, please email your CV to mailto:567@EconomistJobs.co.uk quoting the position reference 567 | ^ Top

Environmental Economist | London | circa £35,000 | 568

Our client is the only consultancy specialising entirely in environmental economics. Theirr work falls into four areas:

· Valuation of environmental and cultural resources;

· Project and policy appraisal;

· Policy design; and

· Training.

They are looking to recruit an environmental economist to fill a Consultant position within their in-house team. Based in London, you will work in project teams with colleagues and partner organisations in the four areas above, taking individual responsibility for both technical and project management roles.

You must have a post-graduate degree in environmental economics or a related economics-discipline and have a sound understanding of the principles of economic analysis and econometrics. At least three years of economic analysis related work experience is preferable. A background in the application of economic valuation, cost-benefit analysis and interest in environmental policy is highly desirable.

You will have strong numerical, analytical, communication and management skills, with the ability to express complex ideas clearly. You will be a highly motivated team player, flexible and willing to take responsibility for leading project work and proposals. You must be able to travel within Europe and occasionally further afield.

Salary circa £35,000 per annum depending on experience.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

To apply, please email your CV to mailto:568@EconomistJobs.co.uk quoting the position reference 568 | ^ Top

Economist | Hull | £31,000 to £35,000 | Netgain

Are you an economist looking for a challenge? Do you want to help safeguard England’s environmental resources?

Economist position available in Hull

We are looking for an economist with strong analytical and inter-personal skills and an appreciation of how economics and other disciplines can work together to improve ‘real world’ outcomes. Experience of environmental economics and working with social and natural scientists will be an advantage but is not necessary as training will be provided.

Your role

As a member of Net Gain, you will work with environmental specialists, social scientists and local stakeholders to identify a regional network of Marine Conservation Zones. The network will protect England’s key marine species and habitats and, by leading on the Impact Assessment, your job is to ensure that economic and social factors are appropriately incorporated into the design of the network. This will be an iterative process shaped by the evolving evidence base and ongoing cost benefit analysis. The process will culminate in 2011 with Net Gain’s proposed network being recommended to Defra’s Secretary of State and the publication of the comprehensive Impact Assessment. You will then work with the economists from the regional teams around the country to publish an assessment of the cumulative impacts of all four proposed networks.

Salary: £31,000 to £35,000 depending on experience.

Full time post, 37 hours per week, however flexible terms and conditions will be considered for the right candidate.

For further details and to apply please see full job description at www.netgainmcz.org or contact Joanna Redhead (project manager) at joanna@yhsg.co.uk

The deadline for applications is 22nd February 2010.

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Senior Economist | London | £72,969 | GLA

Senior Economist | £72,969

Here in the GLA, GLA Economics’ analysis and advice informs many of the investment decisions we make, large-scale delivery we provide and key strategy we develop. And that’s not all; we’re also an information resource for anyone with an interest in London’s economy, including the capital’s academics, commentators and decision makers.

Bring your considerable knowledge and understanding of international, national, regional and London economic issues and trends to us, and you’ll make GLA Economics - part of the GLA’s Intelligence Unit - everyone’s first port of call for reliable information and data.

This means working with our senior management team to identify areas where we could be missing information – commissioning sources of data and intelligence to fill these gaps and give our clients the answers they’re looking for. This often involves planning and leading special projects and initiatives – ensuring they’re completed to deadline.

Naturally, you’ll continue to keep abreast of the trends that could affect London’s economy too. And, joining us with specialist knowledge in, for example, transport, land-use, forecasting, housing, labour markets and general economic policy, we’ll look to you for expert advice.

The data you’ll work with is often complex, however, with your clear, analytical approach, you’ll provide high level commentary with ease – communicating complicated ideas in straightforward, accessible ways to suit any audience.

Passionate about your work, you’re also the perfect role model for your team – managing and motivating them throughout to ensure they’re as dedicated as you to providing well-regarded, reliable information.

In addition to a good salary package, we offer an attractive range of benefits including 30 days’ annual leave, interest free season ticket and bicycle loan and final salary pension scheme.

For a full job description and application details, please visit the vacancies page on our website http://www.london.gov.uk/jobs.jsp or contact our recruitment team on 020 7983 4904, email glajobs@london.gov.uk quoting reference GLA783

Closing date for receipt of completed applications is noon 16^th February 2010.

www.london.gov.uk

Taking pride in a diverse workforce.

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Market Economist | Brighton | £43,239 | tPR

Market Economist

Reports to: Head of Strategy and Research

Team: Strategy and Research

Salary: £43,239

The Pensions Regulator is the UK regulator of work-based pension schemes.

The Pensions Act 2004 gives the Pensions Regulator a set of specific objectives:

to protect the benefits of members of work-based pension schemes;

to promote good administration of work-based pension schemes; and

to reduce the risk of situations arising that may lead to claims for compensation from the Pension Protection Fund.

In order to meet these objectives, we concentrate our resources on schemes where we identify the greatest risk to the security of members' benefits.

We will also promote high standards of scheme administration, and work to ensure that those involved in running pension schemes have the necessary skills and knowledge.

Main purpose of role:

To gather and analyse knowledge on the pensions and financial markets, regulation and economics, and disseminate evidence and insights derived within and beyond the Pensions Regulator (tPR); to provide a generic qualitative analytic resource.

Key accountabilities/responsibilities:

Monitor the UK, EU and global economies and communicate insights to SR&A, EMT and other stakeholders
Provide analysis of UK, EU and global pensions and financial markets and their regulation, including analysis of scenarios, trends and impacts
Develop and maintain awareness of relevant regulatory frameworks such as Basel II, Solvency II and communicate their implications
Provide analysis of political and regulatory environments, and analyse scenarios, trends and impacts
Acquire, evaluate and maintain knowledge of financial and economic data
Ensure that the team maintain a comprehensive and relevant library of publications in the areas of economics, finance and the pensions markets
Formulate hypotheses and devise and deliver projects in order to test them
Communicate findings and insights clearly and with integrity in a variety of media and formats, including reports, publications, presentations and MI, and ensure that communications are appropriate for their audiences
Integrate guidance from quantitative analysts on statistical interpretation of data into projects and reporting
Deliver insights and evidence into how specific markets function and how they might fail, or be abused, either through legal means or fraud
Communicate and act with sensitivity to the external commercial, political and regulatory environments, and to the culture and aims of tPR
Capture knowledge and insight from other parts of the business and beyond; lead and support multi-disciplinary teams, including members from external consultancies and other agencies.

Essential criteria (skills, knowledge, qualifications, behaviours):

Excellent understanding of UK financial markets and economy and a good understanding of UK politics as it affects finance and commerce, and the global economy
Experience of self-managing projects and maintenance of project management discipline
Degree level economics, trade, law, politics, business studies or equivalent work related experience with significant grounding in statistical and numerical analysis
Experience of using financial analysis tools desirable
Experience of using analytical rigour to deliver evidence-driven insight to validate hypotheses;
Understanding of financial risk management
Managing information sources, handling acquisition of information
Customer focussed and deadline driven with strong multi-tasking skills
Excellent ability to gather, collate and interpret information from a variety of sources, including human intelligence, numerical and textual data
Strong analytical and qualitative research/analysis skills;
Excellent ability to evaluate sources for integrity, reliability and accuracy
Strong communication skills;
Commitment to personal and professional development;
Pro-active, can-do attitude essential.
Spreadsheet modelling in Excel; knowledge of VBA or other programming language desirable
Expert user of MS Excel; knowledge of VBA desirable
Ability to quickly assimilate, select and apply appropriate statistical approaches to research and analysis;

Competencies:

Focusing on customers - Mentor
Effective delivery and accountability - Mentor
Adapting to priorities & risks - Mentor
Learning, developing and applying - Mentor
Solving & improving - Mentor
Interpersonally effective - Experienced
Understanding the organisation - Experienced
Collaborative working – Experienced

Here are the benefits:

Civil Service pension scheme (Nuvos Scheme) (full details can be found on the following website: http://www.civilservice-pensions.gov.uk/new_entrants.aspx
Annual leave entitlement is 25 days.
We operate a flexitime system which allows staff to accrue hours enabling them to take up to 2 days per month in flexitime leave. We have core hours that we expect staff to be in work, around which, work permitting, staff can work flexibly. The core hours are 10 - 12 and 2 - 3.30.
We offer free eye tests to all staff and contribute to prescriptions for glasses if needed for VDU use
We operate a childcare voucher salary sacrifice scheme (full details can be found on the following website:http://www.childcarevouchers.co.uk/childcarevouchers0/parent0/index.asp)
Non consolidated annual bonuses - linked to the achievement of individual business objectives and demonstration of competencies for those performing over and above the requirements for the role
Discounted healthcare scheme (full details can be found on the following website: http://www.benuk.org/ )
Eligibility to join the civil service motoring association which offers numerous discounts and reduced rate motor recovery services (http://www.csma.uk.com/)
Access to sponsored studies. We usually consider paying up to the full cost of sponsored studies, including study materials and travel and also offer study/ exam leave.
An employee assistance programme which is a telephone helpline offering legal, welfare and counselling advice.
O2 corporate discount card offering 30% discounts on mobile phones and tariffs.

To apply, please email your CV and covering letter to Row.Elliott@thepensionsregulator.gsi.gov.uk

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Senior Economist - Economic Analysis Group | London | 570

Senior Economist - Economic Analysis Group

Our client is looking for an economist with relevant work experience to join its highly regarded and influential Economic Analysis team. The organisation provides a dynamic and intellectually stimulating work environment that enjoys a high public profile; and the opportunity to engage widely with media, government officials and business people in helping to shape government policy.

The successful applicant will be identifying and analysing economic developments that are important to the UK business community. The role involves detailed analysis of business surveys and UK and international economic data, contributions to a quarterly economic forecast, the production of regular economic reports, writing briefs for senior management, and presentations to member companies. You will be working closely with the other economists and providing support to the Chief Economic Adviser.

Applicants should have experience of working in an economic research and analysis function in the private or public sector, a 2.1 at degree level or equivalent in economics and ideally also an economics-related post-graduate qualification. Experience of applied econometrics, VBA programming and desktop publishing packages would be advantageous.

We are looking for candidates with a keen interest in policy-orientated economics, good technical data analysis skills and the ability to apply economic principles rigorously. Excellent written and oral communication skills are essential for the interaction with a wide non-economics audience. The ability to work to tight deadlines without compromising attention to detail and accuracy is also required

To apply, please email your CV to mailto:570@EconomistJobs.co.uk quoting the position reference 570 | ^ Top

Head of Economic Policy Team | London | to £66,000 | OFT815

Head of Economic Policy Team

Up to £66k plus allowance - London EC4

As the UK competition and consumer authority, the OFT’s mission is to make markets work well for consumers. Protecting the interests of the public through advice, guidance and enforcement, our profile has never been higher. Join the Economic Policy team and you will have a unique opportunity to shape economic thinking and policy across the OFT.

The role is varied and stimulating. As a Senior Economist in the Chief Economist's Office, you will make a major contribution to the general management of the group, as well as helping to lead and manage the economists within the Economic Policy team. As well as reviewing competition and consumer cases and studies for economic robustness and consistency, you’ll provide expert input into key issues of UK competition and consumer policy. Designing, tendering and managing our external economic research projects will also come under your remit, as will carrying out internal research and organising research seminars and other economics training in support of the Chief Economist’s professional development role. Managing major projects, providing expert economic advice, leading a team that’s helping to shape economic competition policy - you simply won’t find a comparable role in any other organisation.

With a degree, or preferably a postgraduate degree, in economics or a related subject, you have substantial experience of analysing markets, strong technical skills in competition economics and a good knowledge of relevant competition law and how the two are linked. Experience of applying econometrics to consumer or competition cases is highly desirable although not essential. You’re also used to leading and supervising the work of others in a cross-disciplinary team environment. An ambitious self-starter, creative thinker and innovative solutions provider, you know how to manage upwards and downwards and deliver whilst working on multiple projects. What’s more, you are highly analytical, with sound judgment, strong influencing and interpersonal skills and the ability to effectively communicate complex economics to a non-technical audience.

Ref. OFT815

To find out more and apply, please visit www.oft.gov.uk/vacancies

Closing date: 26th February 2010

The Office of Fair Trading is an equal opportunities employer.

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Chair in Energy and Resource Economics - The University of Auckland, New Zealand | New Zealand | NZ11637

Chair in Energy and Resource Economics

The University of Auckland, New Zealand
Department of Economics
Faculty of Business and Economics
Vacancy Number: 11637

The University of Auckland Business School seeks to appoint a Professor to the Chair of Energy and Resource Economics in the Department of Economics. You will have a distinguished record of teaching and research, demonstrated leadership capability, and will have proven experience in working effectively with related disciplines and institutions in academia, industry, and government.

The Chair will provide leadership to the Energy Centre in the role of Director. The Energy Centre was founded in 2004 and is part-funded by a private trust and additional industry partners. Our objective is to contribute to the sustainable economic development of New Zealand through interdisciplinary research in energy and resource related topics, and the dissemination of that work into the community. You will be expected to bring a very strong “applied” focus to the Centre’s research agenda. A mix of perspectives is required and we therefore seek collaboration across academic disciplines and institutions, and between academia, industry and government. The Chair is expected to provide leadership in teaching, curriculum development, and research supervision, as well as nurture active cooperation with other university disciplines and institutions like the Electricity Power Optimization Centre (EPOC), the Electric Power Systems Group, the Transport Research Centre, the Centre for Supply Chain Management, and others.

The University of Auckland is New Zealand’s leading university. It is the only New Zealand University ranked among the world’s top 100 universities by the Times Higher Education-QS World University Rankings 2009.

The University of Auckland Business School is focused on being one of Asia-Pacific’s foremost business schools, known for the relevance and impact of our research and scholarship and the quality of our people, programmes and partnerships. Our purpose is to enhance the growth, productivity and global competitiveness of New Zealand enterprise. The Business School is accredited by AACSB International, EQUIS, and AMBA.

The Department of Economics is one of the largest in the University and offers a full suite of degree programmes including Bachelors, Honours, Masters and PhD. It has over 1,000 full-time equivalent students enrolled in Economics courses. The Department currently has 33 full-time equivalent academic staff that includes five professors and eight associate professors. The Department is recognised as one of the leading research-oriented departments in the region. Staff research interests are comprehensive, spanning all of the major fields in economics. The Department has a strong research orientation, with faculty publishing in highly rated international journals.

Auckland offers candidates an attractive lifestyle. The city is built on a narrow isthmus between two harbours, the Manukau and the Waitemata, and is surrounded by 11 dormant volcanoes and numerous picturesque islands.

Auckland is known as the 'City of Sails' because of the great number of yachts that sail in the harbours and the adjoining Hauraki Gulf. To the west of the city the Waitakere Ranges rainforest forms a gateway to magnificent west coast surf beaches and an abundance of bush walks. Auckland is a city with a rich cosmopolitan mix of peoples and cultures.

The Department's homepage can be viewed at www.business.auckland.ac.nz

Further information is available from Professor Jilnaught Wong, Senior Associate Dean, The University of Auckland Business School by email to j.wong@auckland.ac.nz.

Applications close Friday, 26 February 2010.

For further information and to apply please visit www.auckland.ac.nz/opportunities

The University has an equal opportunities policy and welcomes applications from all qualified persons.

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Chief Economist - Age UK | SW London | c£45,000 | AgeUK

Chief Economist

c.£45,000 – SW London, UK – 35 hours/wk

Age UK is the new national charity formed by the merger of Age Concern and Help the Aged. Our ambitions are huge - we aim to re-shape our ageing society, so that later life is a time of security and opportunity for all. To succeed, our Public Policy Department will need to be a leader in evidence based influencing and policy innovation. Ageing and the economy - the brief could not be broader. Our Chief Economist will oversee and commission expert analysis on the macro-economy, the labour market, public service investment decisions, fiscal policy and the workings of product markets.

We’re seeking an experienced Economist with a background in one or more of these fields, and the ability to oversee work across economic disciplines. We expect excellent technical skills, creative thinking, a real-world ‘plain English’ approach and the ability to react to policy and influencing agendas. You will manage an analyst/statistician and an economic research budget.

Please visit our websites for a role description and information on how to apply www.ageconcern.org.uk/jobs or www.helptheaged.org.uk/jobs www.ageconcern.org.uk/jobs

Closing date: 26th February 2010.

Age Concern England (charity no. 261794) has merged with Help the Aged

(charity no. 272786) to form Age UK, a charitable company limited by

guarantee and registered in England.

Company no. 6825798. Registered charity no. 1128267.

Age Concern and Help the Aged are brands of Age UK.

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Senior Economist - Google | London or Brussels | Negotiable | Google

Senior Economist

At Google, we believe that data can help answer life's most interesting questions...if you have the right tools and the right people to interpret it. Googlers with the ability to analyze, visualize and extract insights from data drive key business decisions and help set company strategy. So passionate are we about the power of data to change lives that we are one of the few technology companies in the world to have established "Chief Economist" as a role. So clear are we about the importance of applying and adapting mathematical and economic theories to understand this data that we attracted leading economic thinker, author and educator Hal Varian to fill this role.

The Senior Economist (EMEA) position, based in London or Brussels, will provide rigorous and thoughtful analysis of the economic value of the Internet. This leader will deliver data-driven insights not just from a EMEA-based commercial perspective, but set within the wider social, financial, and political contexts. Crucially, this person will also serve as an active spokesperson and help communicate this information to government policy-makers, the media, and to the people. This is a unique opportunity for a statistically-oriented economist to join what is truly a mathematical guru's playground, to use these findings to help change the way business is done and to change the world for the better. Like Hal, we believe that statisticians will hold the dream jobs of the next decade, and Google is looking forward to this significant next step in our continued investment in this area.

This role can be based in either London or Brussels.

London http://www.google.co.uk/intl/en/jobs/uk/finance/strategy/senior-economist-london/index.html

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Energy Economist - energy and metals demand forecasts | Edinburgh or London | Salary in Edinburgh £33-37k and in London £40-45k plus bens | 571

Energy Economist

Reports to: Senior Economist

Location: Edinburgh or London

The Company

Our client is the most comprehensive source of knowledge about the world's energy and metals industries. They analyse and advise on every stage along the value chain - from discovery to delivery, and beyond - to provide clients with the commercial insight that makes them stronger. With more than 600 professionals in over 20 offices worldwide, they analyse the assets, markets and companies operating upstream and downstream; in oil, gas, coal, carbon, metals and power generation.

Role Purpose

The Energy Economist will work with the Principal and Senior Economists in the development of comprehensive short and long term macroeconomic forecasts to support the energy and metals demand forecasts. This role will provide integral macroeconomic inputs into Energy and Metals Market analysis, with internal and external facing clients. The successful candidate will also support other research teams and corporate requirements across the companies services which rely on macroeconomic forecasts as inputs into demand and price forecasting.

The candidate will have a keen interest in quantifying the relationship between economic activity and resource demand growth across diverse markets. With a strong background in macroeconomics, econometrics, and their application, the successful candidate will quickly develop a good understanding of the trends and discontinuities across the energy and metals value chain. The successful candidate must be comfortable with econometric modelling techniques, assessing new sources of economic data and analysing new markets within a complex analytical framework.

The Energy Economist will play an important role in helping ensure consistency and alignment in the update of macroeconomic forecasts through regular dialogue and close collaboration with colleagues across the business.

Main Responsibilities

· Support the Senior Economist in consultation with energy demand teams in the development and update of global quantitative macroeconomic models to support products. This will include the development of long-term structural GDP growth models.

· Support the Principal and Senior Economists in the development of consistent and robust views on the quantitative effect of global and regional economic activity on energy demand.

· Support analysis within Energy Markets of long-term energy demand trends via timely update of macroeconomic models.

· Deliver concise written reports on short-term quarterly macroeconomic developments to relevant energy demand teams to support products.

Key Competencies

· Excellent problem solving, analytical and writing skills, including advanced knowledge of Excel and econometric software (e.g. EViews, Microfit).

· A good understanding of quantitative methods and their application.

· Strong communication skills: able to communicate complex economic concepts to non-economists (both internal and external).

· The ability to work as part of a team involving multiple locations and time zones. The successful candidate will be willing to travel to Wood Mackenzie and client offices.

· A commitment to excellence in order to meet high quality standards expected internally and externally.

· At least a First class or Upper Second Class Honours Degree in Economics

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Senior Economists - Biofuels - Oxford | Oxford | £30-50k | 572

Senior Economist

Senior Research Economists to join the expanding teams in a world leading consultancy specialising in commodities based in Oxford, UK.

The ideal candidates would have experience in the biomass area (forestry and/or energy crops and crop residues, etc.) or experience in starch, syrups and fermentation. .

The roles require a good understanding of markets (forestry, and/or agricultural and end user); you will require excellent communication skills in English; commercial awareness; a strong interest in industry and market analysis; and be able to work to deadlines. Ideally with a second European language; you should be prepared to undertake some travel (around 10 % of time); and be proficient in Word & Excel. A good economics degree (with a micro-economic emphasis) would be an advantage.

The company has an international client base that includes all segments of the soft commodities industry, ranging from growers to traders, processors, end-users, financial institutions, trade associations, governments and international organisations.

In the role you will meet international players in the sector; understand their concerns; formulate, in rigorous economic terms but simple language, ideas about the economic forces shaping an industrial sector; and find the statistics and other information needed to generate, test and modify these hypotheses.

Salary will depend on experience and qualifications but is likely to be in the range £30K to £50K. There is in addition a bonus and good benefits package.

This is a real opportunity to develop research skills, offering the possibility to advance rapidly in salary and experience within the company.

You must be an EC national, UK PR or HSMP. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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Assistant Director | London | 573

PricewaterhouseCoopers is one of the world’s leading financial service advisers to the energy and utilities sector. We are seeking to further strengthen our London-based Strategy team to meet the growing demand for our services and currently have a vacancy for an Assistant Director.

As part of the Strategy team you will be exposed to complex issues in high-profile projects dealing with valuation, restructuring, regulation and M&A focussing predominantly on the Energy, Utilities & Infrastructure sector. Benefiting from an environment where high performance is recognised and fast-track career progression is encouraged, you will work with a client base that includes board members of some of the world’s leading companies.

Over the past couple of years, the team’s work has been split fairly evenly between deals related, strategic advisory and valuation related work, although the exact balance varies across gas, oil, electricity and water.

The staff in the team are a mixture of engineers, economists, mathematicians, scientists and accountants, with backgrounds in consultancy firms, government, banks and energy companies.

The work is primarily located in the UK and continental Europe, although there are often jobs further afield. Team sizes on assignment vary from 1 or 2 to 10 and more, particularly when the assignment is across other areas of PwC. Assignments vary in length between one to two weeks or over a year, although many are two to three months in duration.

Requirements

Previous experience in strategy or performance improvement consulting specifically in one or more of Energy, Utilities, Chemicals and infrastructure sectors.
A commercial background gained through previous post MBA level experience in a leading consultancy is a pre-requisite
Strong academics, ideally qualified to degree level
Industry experience would be an advantage
Previous Business development experience
Good team player, numerate and articulate, excellent written skills, strong analytical and modelling skills, self-starter
Willingness to travel (travel can be up to 50% of time but does vary with project, team members do not tend to spend more than 1 week out of the office at any one time, typical trip duration is 3-5 days but can be up to 2/3 weeks).
Excellent interpersonal skills: tenacity, drive, intellectual curiosity, rigour, accuracy, positive attitude and ambition coupled to well-rounded client and people management skills.

Responsibilities

At the Associate Director level, supporting senior staff in the development of new business in the sector, including preparation of proposals and pitches, attendance at presentations and identifying opportunities for sell-on of existing work.
Key role in undertaking and delivery of work to time and to budget, taking responsibility for specific parts of a project according to expertise and level, the size of the project, etc.
Roles might include strategy development or review, commercial due-diligence, benchmarking analysis, economic analysis, market assessment, business planning, financial analysis etc
Coaching more junior staff in areas of expertise (eg modelling, technical skills) and learning from more senior staff
Supporting initiatives to improve effective operation of the team (eg modelling best practice, knowledge management, financial reporting, team meetings)
Development of own networks within the firm and with clients

The staff in the team are a mixture of engineers, economists, mathematicians, scientists and accountants, with backgrounds in consultancy firms, government, banks and energy companies.

Requirements

Previous experience in strategy or performance improvement consulting specifically in one or more of Energy, Utilities, Chemicals and infrastructure sectors.
A commercial background gained through previous post MBA level experience in a leading consultancy is a pre-requisite
Strong academics, ideally qualified to degree level
Industry experience would be an advantage
Previous Business development experience
Good team player, numerate and articulate, excellent written skills, strong analytical and modelling skills, self-starter
Willingness to travel (travel can be up to 50% of time but does vary with project, team members do not tend to spend more than 1 week out of the office at any one time, typical trip duration is 3-5 days but can be up to 2/3 weeks).
Excellent interpersonal skills: tenacity, drive, intellectual curiosity, rigour, accuracy, positive attitude and ambition coupled to well-rounded client and people management skills.

Responsibilities

At the Associate Director level, supporting senior staff in the development of new business in the sector, including preparation of proposals and pitches, attendance at presentations and identifying opportunities for sell-on of existing work.
Key role in undertaking and delivery of work to time and to budget, taking responsibility for specific parts of a project according to expertise and level, the size of the project, etc.
Roles might include strategy development or review, commercial due-diligence, benchmarking analysis, economic analysis, market assessment, business planning, financial analysis etc
Coaching more junior staff in areas of expertise (eg modelling, technical skills) and learning from more senior staff
Supporting initiatives to improve effective operation of the team (eg modelling best practice, knowledge management, financial reporting, team meetings)
Development of own networks within the firm and with clients

The staff in the team are a mixture of engineers, economists, mathematicians, scientists and accountants, with backgrounds in consultancy firms, government, banks and energy companies.

Requirements

Previous experience in strategy or performance improvement consulting specifically in one or more of Energy, Utilities, Chemicals and infrastructure sectors.
A commercial background gained through previous post MBA level experience in a leading consultancy is a pre-requisite
Strong academics, ideally qualified to degree level
Industry experience would be an advantage
Previous Business development experience
Good team player, numerate and articulate, excellent written skills, strong analytical and modelling skills, self-starter
Willingness to travel (travel can be up to 50% of time but does vary with project, team members do not tend to spend more than 1 week out of the office at any one time, typical trip duration is 3-5 days but can be up to 2/3 weeks).
Excellent interpersonal skills: tenacity, drive, intellectual curiosity, rigour, accuracy, positive attitude and ambition coupled to well-rounded client and people management skills.

Responsibilities

At the Associate Director level, supporting senior staff in the development of new business in the sector, including preparation of proposals and pitches, attendance at presentations and identifying opportunities for sell-on of existing work.
Key role in undertaking and delivery of work to time and to budget, taking responsibility for specific parts of a project according to expertise and level, the size of the project, etc.
Roles might include strategy development or review, commercial due-diligence, benchmarking analysis, economic analysis, market assessment, business planning, financial analysis etc
Coaching more junior staff in areas of expertise (eg modelling, technical skills) and learning from more senior staff
Supporting initiatives to improve effective operation of the team (eg modelling best practice, knowledge management, financial reporting, team meetings)
Development of own networks within the firm and with clients

Our client is one of the world’s leading financial service advisers to the energy and utilities sector. They are seeking to further strengthen their London-based Strategy team to meet the growing demand for their services and currently have a vacancy for an Assistant Director.

The staff in the team are a mixture of engineers, economists, mathematicians, scientists and accountants, with backgrounds in consultancy firms, government, banks and energy companies.

The work is primarily located in the UK and continental Europe, although there are often jobs further afield. Team sizes on assignment vary from 1 or 2 to 10 and more, particularly when the assignment is across other areas of the business. Assignments vary in length between one to two weeks or over a year, although many are two to three months in duration.

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Director - Economic Consulting - Energy and Utilities | London | 574

This is your opportunity to join our client's fast growing Economic Consulting team in a leadership role. Benefiting from high levels of client exposure and working along side some of the top practitioners in the field, you will actively market Economic Consulting's services to energy and utility clients, develop and manage strong client relationships and ensure delivery of projects to Deloitte's varied client base by providing detailed economics solutions.

You will play a key role in ensuring delivery of projects, the development and maintenance of client relationships in the energy sector and marketing to clients. We expect the primary, but not exclusive focus, to be on the more closely regulated sectors - electricity and gas - and on issues of economic regulation, climate change and strategy development. Projects will largely be delivered in the form of reports/presentations supported by analysis.

As a leading energy economist you will:

Have experience of practical application of economics within leading operators and regulatory authorities
Enjoy and be keen to get involved with marketing and business development
Ideally have exposure to the practical application of regulation, pricing, market analysis, regulatory accounting, licensing and competition issues

To qualify, you will be able to demonstrate:

A postgraduate degree in economics from a leading university
Significant work experience in a consultancy, governmental organisation or corporate
Experience in leading regulatory economic assignments, including quantitative analysis and modelling
Understanding of UK and European energy markets with a particular focus on electricity and gas
Understanding of climate change, renewables and associated economic issues
Good presentation and writing skills
Proven success in marketing to clients

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Associate Partner - Economic Consulting - Competition and regulatory economics | London | 575

This is your opportunity to join our client's fast growing Economic Consulting team in a leading role. Benefiting from high levels of client exposure and working along side some of the top practitioners in the field, you will manage and maintain strong client relationships, assist in marketing and sales and ensure delivery of projects to varied client base by providing detailed economics solutions.

Your primary focus will be to provide support to clients during investigations by competition and regulatory authorities and to prepare expert economic evidence in cases involving complex litigation and disputes. You will play a key role in ensuring delivery of these projects. Projects will largely be delivered in the form of reports/presentations supported by analysis

You will also play a leading role in the further development of this sector of work for the Economic Consulting practice. You will market our services by building on existing networks and developing new relationships. You will manage a team of dedicated consultants to solve a range of business and economic issues.

As a leading member of the team, you will:

Have experience of practical application of economics within a leading consultancy or regulatory authority
Enjoy and be keen to get involved with marketing and business development
Ideally have exposure to the practical application of competition economics and regulation

To qualify, you will be able to demonstrate:

A postgraduate degree in economics from a leading university
Significant work experience in a consultancy, governmental organisation or corporate
Experience in delivering competition/regulatory economic assignments, including extensive quantitative analysis and modelling
Understanding of UK public sector an advantage
Good presentation and writing skills
Proven modelling and analytical skills

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Senior Regulatory Economist | Guernsey | OUR

Senior Regulatory Economist

Guernsey

Outstanding opportunity

As the Bailiwick of Guernsey’s statutorily independent regulatory body, the Office of Utility Regulation (OUR) regulates the three sectors of telecommunications, post and electricity and will shortly extend its remit to include competition powers.

The Bailiwick of Guernsey relies on high quality, leading-edge utilities to support the growth and development of this thriving finance centre economy. Based in the heart of St Peter Port, Guernsey, the OUR has a remit to protect the interests of consumers in respect of prices charged and quality of services provided. This position will provide the suitable candidate with a challenging and rewarding role in an evolving multi-sector regulatory and competition environment.

The role of Senior Regulatory Economist reports to senior Director level. The post-holder will contribute to work on all regulatory projects. This will include providing detailed economic, analytical and technical support on projects spanning the three utility sectors. It will also involve dealing with the communication of the implications of the regulatory initiative with all stakeholders, in particular the utility companies. Given the compact size of the office, excellent team working and interpersonal skills are essential.

Applicants will be experienced in regulation with a proven track record in implementing regulatory policy. They will be qualified to degree level in economics or a related discipline. Experience of 2-3 years minimum in a similar role will be an advantage. They will also have excellent interpersonal, written and verbal skills.

For more details on the role and to apply for the position, please send your CV to Rosie Allsopp, Office Manager at the OUR either by email to rosie.allsopp@regutil.gg or by post to: Office of Utility Regulation, Suites B1 &B2, Hirzel Court, St Peter Port, Guernsey, GY1 2NH.

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Economist | London | Nomura

Nomura is a leading financial services group and the pre-eminent independent investment bank with worldwide reach. Backed by a strong balance sheet, we offer unrivalled asset raising abilities and have a proven record of delivering value for our clients.

We offer a broad range of innovative services tailored to the specific requirements of individual, institutional, corporate and government clients. In many cases our pioneering spirit creates new and differentiated solutions, but always with the reassurance that this is underpinned by a global intelligence network, knowledge and depth of experience in the financial markets.

Based in Tokyo and with regional headquarters in London, Hong Kong and New York, we have offices in over 30 countries and employ more than 25,000 people worldwide. In October 2008 we acquired the Lehman Brothers franchise in Asia as well as its equities and investment banking businesses in Europe and the Middle East. Our combined businesses make us a leader in global investment banking.

Role overview:

Working with the Chief European Economist and other colleagues within Fixed Income Research the Group uses deep knowledge of economic policy and its impact on the global markets to ensure that Nomura is at the forefront of economic policy dialogue in the public sphere.

Nomura is seeking an economist, preferably with a Masters in Economics, with experience in an economics team in an investment bank or similar financial institution where their primary responsibility has been covering, analysing and commenting on economic developments in particular euro area countries.

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Macro economist. Senior Associate | London | FSA

The FSA's Macro-prudential Department plays a central role in contributing to a stable and resilient financial system - the Government's proposed financial stability objective for the FSA. The Policy & Analysis Team looks at the big picture, taking a macro-prudential system-wide perspective to the identification of risks and vulnerabilities, combining desk-based analysis with supervisory and market intelligence. The output supports the new Council for Financial Stability (replacing the Standing Committee), and the systemic risk identification roles of international bodies, such as the Financial Stability Board. Internally, we work closely with the Sector teams and Risk to identify and implement supervisory responses to macro-prudential risks, provide analysis of the UK and overseas macro-economic risks and lead on macro-economic stress testing; and we help oversee the development of a policy framework for macro-prudential regulation.

The Policy and Analysis team is now looking for an experienced Macroeconomist to take forward the analysis of the economic and financial behaviour of households and businesses through an in-depth understanding of sectoral balance sheets.

What does this job involve ?

Monitoring and analysing the UK (and key overseas) household and corporate sector aggregate balance sheets and the financial products contained therein, focusing on the macro-prudential analysis, assessment and mitigation of risks.

Communicating these risk assessments and suggested mitigation actions in reports and presentations to FSA supervisors and policy makers.

Collaborating with other economists in the Macro-prudential Policy & Analysis Team to develop the FSA's overall macro-prudential policy and supervision process.

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Enegy Economist | Brighton | 576

Location: Brighton, East Sussex
Salary: Salary is negotiable depending on experience
Job type: Permanent

The Economics and Finance team, within the renewable power generation division of our clients Energy Unit, provides economic, financial, policy and strategic advisory services to Governments, Regulators, Project Sponsors, Investors, IFIs, Multilateral Funding Agencies and others. Primarily for policy appraisal and evaluation, regulatory reforms, infrastructure & development projects in both fossil and renewable energy. They add value to their client businesses by providing support in project negotiations, executing M&A deals, conducting investment appraisal, feasibility studies, market modelling and forecasts, due diligence exercises, formulating national policies, developing business and risk management strategies and carrying out asset valuation.

The role requires working with a multidisciplinary team that examines all economic and commercial aspects of various types of energy related projects. Work typically involves:
Developing scenarios for energy markets looking at prices, energy production and use
Investment appraisal for the energy sector, using DCF and CBA method
Examining impacts of economic and environmental regulation on energy markets stakeholders
Valuing assets in energy production, transmission and distribution
Reviewing and evaluating energy markets rules and regulations
Developing models (generally spread-sheet based)

In addition the role would eventually involve managing project work including managing client relationships. The selected person will provide be mentored by the existing economist within the team and will report to the Chief Economist.

Essential academic, professional qualifications and experience:

We are seeking individuals with a background in economics, focusing on energy/development economics issues. All applicants should be educated to degree level.
Desired academic, professional qualifications and experience:
Postgraduate qualification
Experience of working within the energy sector, in either industry, government agency or consultancy.

Essential competencies / skills:

Good report writing and communication skills
Excellent Excel skills
Excellent understanding of micro / macro economics
Ability to work on own initiative or as part of a team
Sharp analytical skills and the ability to present quantitative knowledge to non-experts
Excellent working ability of MS Office, knowledge in other economic/statistical packages welcome
Ability to meet tight deadlines and produce quick turnover

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Senior Consultant | Surrey | 577

Our client is seeking a senior consultant with significant oil experience to join its Energy Economics group at our Surrey office. A full understanding of oil market fundamentals, including regional supply/demand and inventory analysis are required, while knowledge of crude and/or refined products trading and commercial refining operations would be a distinct advantage.

You must have significant experience in the oil industry, either directly in an oil company, oil consultancy, industry journal, or as an oil market analyst with a financial company.

An excellent knowledge and understanding of the factors that determine developments in international crude and products markets, the behaviour and strategies of companies involved and the processes of crude and products price formation is essential.

The ideal candidate will lead a small team of researchers/analysts within the business unit to provide this analysis, both in the form of written reports and client presentations, often to tight deadlines.

Qualifications

A good degree in a relevant field, the ability to communicate and interact with clients at a senior level, and direct contribution to the company´s future growth is also required.

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Chief Economist | Centre for Policy Studies | London | £competitive | CPS

Chief Economist

London SW1

£ Competitive

One of Britain’s best known and most respected thinktanks, the Centre for Policy Studies was founded in 1974 to promote the principles of a free society. Its role in developing the policies of privatisation, low-tax government and support for the family is recognised across the world.

Role Summary

Economic revival is the most important challenge facing Britain today. The Centre for Policy Studies is pioneering the development and promotion of polices for economic growth from a centre-right perspective. It is seeking to recruit a Chief Economist/Senior Economic Advisor to play a leading role in shaping growth policy. This is an exciting opportunity to influence policymaking at a critical time.

For the right candidate, part-time /flexible working contract may be considered

Key Responsibilities

· Leading research on economic growth and developing policy recommendations

· Preparing papers, research bulletins, reports and articles for publication

· Working with the CPS Editor/Press Officer to secure press and media coverage

· Promoting publications and recommendations to politicians, the City, academics and policy advisers

· Engaging with donors and sponsors to help secure funding for research

Key Skills/Knowledge

· A strong command of economic policy, demonstrated by a good degree in economics or a related discipline, ideally to postgraduate level, together with at least 3 years of previous experience working in policy and research.

· Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present complex material in a persuasive, accessible style

· A clear understanding of fiscal policy, macro/micro economics and statistical analysis

· A grasp of contemporary politics and strong interest in small government and free market principles

· A pro-active approach to innovating research and projects

· Good links with other economists, policy makers and political advisors desirable

Apply: with cv, covering letter and contact details of at least two referees, to

Jill Kirby, Director director@cps.org.uk by 31 March 2010.

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

For more information about the Centre visit http://www.cps.org.uk

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Economist | London | EEF

Economist

EEF is dedicated to the future of manufacturing. Everything we do is designed to help manufacturing businesses evolve, innovate and compete in a fast-changing world. With our unique combination of business services, government representation and industry intelligence, no other organisation is better placed to provide the skills, knowledge and networks they need to thrive.

We are recruiting for an Economist to join our London office. The Economist will play a central role in the analysis and forecasts of the economy and the UK Manufacturing industry, communicating this information to Member Firms, government officials & media outlets.

Your key responsibilities will include:

Developing & preparing publications, briefings & blog posts on the state of the economy, UK Manufacturing & Individual areas.
Communicate up-to date analysis & forecasts to Internal & External Stakeholders.
Take a lead in developing a policy area relevant to the productivity & competitiveness of the Manufacturing industry.

In order to be successful in this role, it is likely that you will have:

A degree in Economics or Economic subject
Demonstrable experience in a similar role (Manufacturing experience desirable but NOT essential) including experience in a relevant policy research environment
Experience analysing & manipulating data & statistics
Excellent communication skills, both written & verbal.

The Policy & Economics team is highly respected within industry. The successful incumbent will have the opportunity to work as part of this team, whilst also being offered autonomy to scope the role around your skills & aspirations. A competitive remuneration package is offered for the right candidate.

To apply please send your CV to Matt Hynes at mhynes@eef.org.uk or call for more information on 07507 600262.

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Regulatory Telecommunications Economist | London | 578

My Client has an opportunity for an Economist to join the Telecoms Regulation team.

The Telecoms Regulation team provides economic and strategic advice on regulatory strategy and policy issues. Clients include all types of telecoms operators as well as NRAs and Governments across the globe. To strengthen and expand their regulatory telecoms team they are seeking to hire an experienced Regulatory Telecommunications Economist.

The position will involve the role holder to use economic techniques to analyse regulatory and competition related issues facing the telecoms industry (e.g. spectrum issues, market analysis, remedies (e.g. price regulation), interconnection, VOIP, NGN, licensing, competition issues, etc.).

You will lead small project teams with a view to providing regulatory strategy and policy advice to our clients across Europe and beyond.

You will also seek to leverage your client relationships and network to identify opportunities to offer advice to further clients.

This role will involve extensive international travel across continents.

For more information, please email James.Phillips@srs.co.uk

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Senior Consultant - Energy Economics | Surrey | 579

Our Client is seeking a Senior Consultant with significant oil experience to join its Energy Economics group. A full understanding of oil market fundamentals, including regional supply/demand and inventory analysis are required, while knowledge of crude and/or refined products trading and commercial refining operations would be a distinct advantage.

You must have significant experience in the oil industry, either directly in an oil company, oil consultancy, industry journal, or as an oil market analyst with a financial company.

Qualifications

A good degree in a relevant field, the ability to communicate and interact with clients at a senior level, and direct contribution to the company´s future growth is also required.

To apply, please email your CV to mailto:579@EconomistJobs.co.uk quoting the position reference 579 | ^ Top

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