155 Economist jobs in the United Kingdom
Senior Economist
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Senior Economist
Location: Newcastle, Castleford Or London
Directorate: Economist Analysis
Job Ref No: R7462
Are you ready to shape the future of energy regulation?
Northern Powergrid is seeking a highly skilled Senior Economist to lead the development and delivery of Northern Powergrid’s incentives framework for the RIIO‑ED3 price control period. This is a pivotal opportunity to shape how we design, evaluate, and optimise regulatory incentives to deliver the best outcomes for our customers, stakeholders, and shareholders.
In this strategic role, you’ll apply economic expertise to guide regulatory strategy, support commercial decision-making, and ensure our incentives approach is robust, evidence-based, and aligned with both business objectives and Ofgem’s expectations. If you're ready to influence the future of energy regulation, we’d love to hear from you.
Along with a competitive salary between £75,000 - £95,000 (depending on experience) we also offer great benefits such as;
- Enrolment into our pension scheme
- Car allowance / company car scheme
- 20% performance bonus
- 25 days holiday plus bank holidays (rising with service)
- Excellent opportunities for career growth
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the design, modelling, and evaluation of the ED3 incentives framework, ensuring alignment with regulatory requirements and corporate strategy.
- Provide expert economic analysis to assess the financial and operational impacts of incentive mechanisms.
- Monitor and respond to external regulatory, policy, and market developments affecting incentives and returns.
- Collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders to influence regulatory outcomes and secure positions for Northern Powergrid.
- Prepare high‑quality reports, submissions, and presentations for senior leadership, the regulator, and other stakeholders.
- Support the wider RIIO‑ED3 programme by integrating incentives strategy into the overall business plan.
Skills and Competencies
- Strong economic modelling and quantitative analysis skills.
- Deep understanding of UK energy regulation, particularly RIIO price control mechanisms.
- Ability to translate complex economic concepts into clear, actionable recommendations.
- Excellent stakeholder engagement and influencing skills.
- Strategic thinking with the ability to anticipate and respond to regulatory change.
- High‑quality written and verbal communication skills, with attention to detail.
Essential Qualifications and Experience
- Degree in Economics, Finance, or a related discipline (or equivalent experience).
- Proven track record in economic analysis within a regulated industry, ideally energy or utilities.
- Experience in designing, evaluating, or managing regulatory incentives frameworks.
- Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, with proficiency in economic modelling tools.
- Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively across multidisciplinary teams.
- Understanding of cost of equity and cost of debt methodologies, including their application in regulatory price control frameworks.
- Knowledge of key regulatory finance components such as regulatory depreciation, regulated asset value, and allowed return calculations
Desirable Qualifications and Experience
- Postgraduate qualification in Economics, Regulation, or Energy Policy.
- Experience engaging directly with Ofgem or other economic regulators.
Visit northernpowergrid.com/careers to find out more about this and other career opportunities.
Applicants are considered on the basis of their suitability for the post irrespective of sex, marital status, sexual orientation, gender re-assignment, race, age or disability, in accordance with the Equality Act 2010.
Senior Economist
Posted today
Job Viewed
Job Description
Senior Economist
Location: Newcastle, Castleford Or London
Directorate: Economist Analysis
Job Ref No: R7462
Are you ready to shape the future of energy regulation?
Northern Powergrid is seeking a highly skilled Senior Economist to lead the development and delivery of Northern Powergrid’s incentives framework for the RIIO‑ED3 price control period. This is a pivotal opportunity to shape how we design, evaluate, and optimise regulatory incentives to deliver the best outcomes for our customers, stakeholders, and shareholders.
In this strategic role, you’ll apply economic expertise to guide regulatory strategy, support commercial decision-making, and ensure our incentives approach is robust, evidence-based, and aligned with both business objectives and Ofgem’s expectations. If you're ready to influence the future of energy regulation, we’d love to hear from you.
Along with a competitive salary between £75,000 - £95,000 (depending on experience) we also offer great benefits such as;
- Enrolment into our pension scheme
- Car allowance / company car scheme
- 20% performance bonus
- 25 days holiday plus bank holidays (rising with service)
- Excellent opportunities for career growth
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the design, modelling, and evaluation of the ED3 incentives framework, ensuring alignment with regulatory requirements and corporate strategy.
- Provide expert economic analysis to assess the financial and operational impacts of incentive mechanisms.
- Monitor and respond to external regulatory, policy, and market developments affecting incentives and returns.
- Collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders to influence regulatory outcomes and secure positions for Northern Powergrid.
- Prepare high‑quality reports, submissions, and presentations for senior leadership, the regulator, and other stakeholders.
- Support the wider RIIO‑ED3 programme by integrating incentives strategy into the overall business plan.
Skills and Competencies
- Strong economic modelling and quantitative analysis skills.
- Deep understanding of UK energy regulation, particularly RIIO price control mechanisms.
- Ability to translate complex economic concepts into clear, actionable recommendations.
- Excellent stakeholder engagement and influencing skills.
- Strategic thinking with the ability to anticipate and respond to regulatory change.
- High‑quality written and verbal communication skills, with attention to detail.
Essential Qualifications and Experience
- Degree in Economics, Finance, or a related discipline (or equivalent experience).
- Proven track record in economic analysis within a regulated industry, ideally energy or utilities.
- Experience in designing, evaluating, or managing regulatory incentives frameworks.
- Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, with proficiency in economic modelling tools.
- Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively across multidisciplinary teams.
- Understanding of cost of equity and cost of debt methodologies, including their application in regulatory price control frameworks.
- Knowledge of key regulatory finance components such as regulatory depreciation, regulated asset value, and allowed return calculations
Desirable Qualifications and Experience
- Postgraduate qualification in Economics, Regulation, or Energy Policy.
- Experience engaging directly with Ofgem or other economic regulators.
Visit northernpowergrid.com/careers to find out more about this and other career opportunities.
Applicants are considered on the basis of their suitability for the post irrespective of sex, marital status, sexual orientation, gender re-assignment, race, age or disability, in accordance with the Equality Act 2010.
Senior Economist
Posted today
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Job Description
Senior Economist
Location: Newcastle, Castleford Or London
Directorate: Economist Analysis
Job Ref No: R7462
Are you ready to shape the future of energy regulation?
Northern Powergrid is seeking a highly skilled Senior Economist to lead the development and delivery of Northern Powergrid’s incentives framework for the RIIO‑ED3 price control period. This is a pivotal opportunity to shape how we design, evaluate, and optimise regulatory incentives to deliver the best outcomes for our customers, stakeholders, and shareholders.
In this strategic role, you’ll apply economic expertise to guide regulatory strategy, support commercial decision-making, and ensure our incentives approach is robust, evidence-based, and aligned with both business objectives and Ofgem’s expectations. If you're ready to influence the future of energy regulation, we’d love to hear from you.
Along with a competitive salary between £75,000 - £95,000 (depending on experience) we also offer great benefits such as;
- Enrolment into our pension scheme
- Car allowance / company car scheme
- 20% performance bonus
- 25 days holiday plus bank holidays (rising with service)
- Excellent opportunities for career growth
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the design, modelling, and evaluation of the ED3 incentives framework, ensuring alignment with regulatory requirements and corporate strategy.
- Provide expert economic analysis to assess the financial and operational impacts of incentive mechanisms.
- Monitor and respond to external regulatory, policy, and market developments affecting incentives and returns.
- Collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders to influence regulatory outcomes and secure positions for Northern Powergrid.
- Prepare high‑quality reports, submissions, and presentations for senior leadership, the regulator, and other stakeholders.
- Support the wider RIIO‑ED3 programme by integrating incentives strategy into the overall business plan.
Skills and Competencies
- Strong economic modelling and quantitative analysis skills.
- Deep understanding of UK energy regulation, particularly RIIO price control mechanisms.
- Ability to translate complex economic concepts into clear, actionable recommendations.
- Excellent stakeholder engagement and influencing skills.
- Strategic thinking with the ability to anticipate and respond to regulatory change.
- High‑quality written and verbal communication skills, with attention to detail.
Essential Qualifications and Experience
- Degree in Economics, Finance, or a related discipline (or equivalent experience).
- Proven track record in economic analysis within a regulated industry, ideally energy or utilities.
- Experience in designing, evaluating, or managing regulatory incentives frameworks.
- Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, with proficiency in economic modelling tools.
- Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively across multidisciplinary teams.
- Understanding of cost of equity and cost of debt methodologies, including their application in regulatory price control frameworks.
- Knowledge of key regulatory finance components such as regulatory depreciation, regulated asset value, and allowed return calculations
Desirable Qualifications and Experience
- Postgraduate qualification in Economics, Regulation, or Energy Policy.
- Experience engaging directly with Ofgem or other economic regulators.
Visit northernpowergrid.com/careers to find out more about this and other career opportunities.
Applicants are considered on the basis of their suitability for the post irrespective of sex, marital status, sexual orientation, gender re-assignment, race, age or disability, in accordance with the Equality Act 2010.
Senior Economist
Posted today
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Job Description
Senior Economist
Location: Newcastle, Castleford Or London
Directorate: Economist Analysis
Job Ref No: R7462
Are you ready to shape the future of energy regulation?
Northern Powergrid is seeking a highly skilled Senior Economist to lead the development and delivery of Northern Powergrid’s incentives framework for the RIIO‑ED3 price control period. This is a pivotal opportunity to shape how we design, evaluate, and optimise regulatory incentives to deliver the best outcomes for our customers, stakeholders, and shareholders.
In this strategic role, you’ll apply economic expertise to guide regulatory strategy, support commercial decision-making, and ensure our incentives approach is robust, evidence-based, and aligned with both business objectives and Ofgem’s expectations. If you're ready to influence the future of energy regulation, we’d love to hear from you.
Along with a competitive salary between £75,000 - £95,000 (depending on experience) we also offer great benefits such as;
- Enrolment into our pension scheme
- Car allowance / company car scheme
- 20% performance bonus
- 25 days holiday plus bank holidays (rising with service)
- Excellent opportunities for career growth
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the design, modelling, and evaluation of the ED3 incentives framework, ensuring alignment with regulatory requirements and corporate strategy.
- Provide expert economic analysis to assess the financial and operational impacts of incentive mechanisms.
- Monitor and respond to external regulatory, policy, and market developments affecting incentives and returns.
- Collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders to influence regulatory outcomes and secure positions for Northern Powergrid.
- Prepare high‑quality reports, submissions, and presentations for senior leadership, the regulator, and other stakeholders.
- Support the wider RIIO‑ED3 programme by integrating incentives strategy into the overall business plan.
Skills and Competencies
- Strong economic modelling and quantitative analysis skills.
- Deep understanding of UK energy regulation, particularly RIIO price control mechanisms.
- Ability to translate complex economic concepts into clear, actionable recommendations.
- Excellent stakeholder engagement and influencing skills.
- Strategic thinking with the ability to anticipate and respond to regulatory change.
- High‑quality written and verbal communication skills, with attention to detail.
Essential Qualifications and Experience
- Degree in Economics, Finance, or a related discipline (or equivalent experience).
- Proven track record in economic analysis within a regulated industry, ideally energy or utilities.
- Experience in designing, evaluating, or managing regulatory incentives frameworks.
- Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, with proficiency in economic modelling tools.
- Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively across multidisciplinary teams.
- Understanding of cost of equity and cost of debt methodologies, including their application in regulatory price control frameworks.
- Knowledge of key regulatory finance components such as regulatory depreciation, regulated asset value, and allowed return calculations
Desirable Qualifications and Experience
- Postgraduate qualification in Economics, Regulation, or Energy Policy.
- Experience engaging directly with Ofgem or other economic regulators.
Visit northernpowergrid.com/careers to find out more about this and other career opportunities.
Applicants are considered on the basis of their suitability for the post irrespective of sex, marital status, sexual orientation, gender re-assignment, race, age or disability, in accordance with the Equality Act 2010.
Regulatory Economist
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Regulatory Economist - competitive salary - London, United Kingdom (hybrid)
An influential industry body based in central London is looking to appoint a Regulatory Economist to help shape the future of economic regulation in a key national sector. Representing a diverse and complex industry, the organisation plays a pivotal role in driving improvements for customers, investors, and the environment through effective economic and policy leadership.
With a major regulatory overhaul underway, this is a rare opportunity to contribute to reforms that will define investment, pricing, and market structure for years to come.
Role
The Regulatory Economist will be part of a specialist team leading policy development, regulatory analysis, and industry strategy. The role combines economic research, stakeholder engagement, and thought leadership across areas such as price controls, competition policy, investment frameworks, and regulatory reform.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver economic analysis to inform policy and regulatory design
- Lead or support major reform initiatives, including price control frameworks and investment strategy
- Provide expert advice on market structure, affordability, and consumer outcomes
- Work closely with stakeholders including government, regulators, investors, and industry groups
- Communicate analysis and recommendations clearly to senior internal and external audiences
- Contribute to industry working groups and build consensus across diverse interests
Requirements
- BSc and Master’s degree in Economics or a closely related discipline
- Background in regulatory economics, public policy, or economic consulting
- Experience developing policy, economic frameworks, or regulatory strategies
- Ability to analyse and present complex data and research effectively
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Previous experience in the water or utilities sector is advantageous
- Must have the right to work in the UK (visa sponsorship not available)
Benefits
- Competitive compensation package
- Hybrid working
- Strong work-life balance within a high-performing, mission-driven team
- Excellent opportunities for personal development and policy influence
- Work at the centre of regulatory reform in one of the UK’s most vital infrastructure sectors
If you're an economist with a passion for public policy and regulatory impact and you're looking for a high-visibility role with long-term influence, please do get in touch.
If you're interested in learning more about this opportunity, please send your CV to , and we will find a time to talk further.
By applying to this advert you agree to your personal details being held on file in relation to this and other future relevant opportunities.
Regulatory Economist
Posted today
Job Viewed
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Regulatory Economist - competitive salary - London, United Kingdom (hybrid)
An influential industry body based in central London is looking to appoint a Regulatory Economist to help shape the future of economic regulation in a key national sector. Representing a diverse and complex industry, the organisation plays a pivotal role in driving improvements for customers, investors, and the environment through effective economic and policy leadership.
With a major regulatory overhaul underway, this is a rare opportunity to contribute to reforms that will define investment, pricing, and market structure for years to come.
Role
The Regulatory Economist will be part of a specialist team leading policy development, regulatory analysis, and industry strategy. The role combines economic research, stakeholder engagement, and thought leadership across areas such as price controls, competition policy, investment frameworks, and regulatory reform.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver economic analysis to inform policy and regulatory design
- Lead or support major reform initiatives, including price control frameworks and investment strategy
- Provide expert advice on market structure, affordability, and consumer outcomes
- Work closely with stakeholders including government, regulators, investors, and industry groups
- Communicate analysis and recommendations clearly to senior internal and external audiences
- Contribute to industry working groups and build consensus across diverse interests
Requirements
- BSc and Master’s degree in Economics or a closely related discipline
- Background in regulatory economics, public policy, or economic consulting
- Experience developing policy, economic frameworks, or regulatory strategies
- Ability to analyse and present complex data and research effectively
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Previous experience in the water or utilities sector is advantageous
- Must have the right to work in the UK (visa sponsorship not available)
Benefits
- Competitive compensation package
- Hybrid working
- Strong work-life balance within a high-performing, mission-driven team
- Excellent opportunities for personal development and policy influence
- Work at the centre of regulatory reform in one of the UK’s most vital infrastructure sectors
If you're an economist with a passion for public policy and regulatory impact and you're looking for a high-visibility role with long-term influence, please do get in touch.
If you're interested in learning more about this opportunity, please send your CV to , and we will find a time to talk further.
By applying to this advert you agree to your personal details being held on file in relation to this and other future relevant opportunities.
Agricultural Economist
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Responsibilities:
- Conduct economic research and analysis on agricultural markets and policies.
- Develop and apply economic models for forecasting and impact assessment.
- Analyse data related to crop yields, commodity prices, and farm incomes.
- Evaluate the economic effects of agricultural regulations and subsidies.
- Prepare comprehensive reports and presentations for stakeholders.
- Collaborate with researchers, policymakers, and industry experts.
- Contribute to projects focused on agricultural sustainability and innovation.
- Stay abreast of economic trends and developments in the agricultural sector.
- Master's degree in Economics, Agricultural Economics, or a related quantitative field.
- 3+ years of experience in economic analysis, preferably within the agricultural sector.
- Strong quantitative and statistical analysis skills.
- Proficiency in statistical software (e.g., R, Stata, SPSS) and data analysis tools.
- Excellent report writing and presentation skills.
- Understanding of agricultural markets, policies, and challenges.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a hybrid environment.
- Strong research capabilities and attention to detail.
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