Principal Economic Strategy & Evaluation Lead

Urban Foresight Limited; Dundee, Newcastle upon Tyne; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - GBP 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy firm is seeking a Principal Consultant in Economic Research and Analysis to join their Economic Development group. The role involves shaping portfolio growth, winning client work, and leading economic analysis projects. Candidates must have strong expertise in economic research, business development, and stakeholder engagement. This is a permanent position based in Dundee or Newcastle, with an emphasis on developing evidence-based strategies and recommendations.

Qualifications

• Senior experience leading multi-project consultancy in economic research.
• Strong mixed-methods practice and evaluation design.
• Proven business development track record in public sector.

Responsibilities

• Shape and deliver a portfolio growth plan for the Economic Development group.
• Win client work through partnerships and proposals.
• Develop Green Book business cases and evaluations.

Skills

Leadership in economic research

Mixed-methods evaluation design

Business development track record

Stakeholder engagement

Understanding of local government policies

Job description

A leading consultancy firm is seeking a Principal Consultant in Economic Research and Analysis to join their Economic Development group. The role involves shaping portfolio growth, winning client work, and leading economic analysis projects. Candidates must have strong expertise in economic research, business development, and stakeholder engagement. This is a permanent position based in Dundee or Newcastle, with an emphasis on developing evidence-based strategies and recommendations.