Public jobs in United Kingdom

Jacobs
Birmingham, England, United Kingdom

You’ll be part of Jacobs’ 1,000-strong Programmes & Advisory team in Europe, working with global experts across disciplines. Our Economics and Outcomes capability provides cutting‑edge analysis and business case support to clients across the UK, Ireland, and beyond.

• Lead high‑impact projects in energy, transport, water, environment and smart cities.
• Advise public and private sector clients on strategy, investment and transformation.
• Collaborate across sectors and capabilities, including technical delivery teams and strategic consultants.
• Shape the future of infrastructure with a focus on decarbonisation, digitalisation and sustainability.
• Grow your career through leadership opportunities, thought leadership and global networks.

• Relevant academic qualifications in economics, public policy, finance or related fields.
• Significant experience in economic consulting or advisory.
• Strong strategic mindset – market assessments, business case development, impact evaluation.
• Commercial acumen – consultancy sales, project delivery, client engagement.
• Technical proficiency in spreadsheet modelling, GIS, data analytics and big data tools.
• Sector expertise in energy transition, infrastructure, regulation or digital transformation.
• Excellent communication skills – influencing stakeholders, shaping narratives.
• Leadership experience – mentoring teams, driving innovation.

• Competitive salary.
• Flexible work arrangements (hybrid, part‑time, different hours and locations).
• 24 days holiday + option to buy a further 10 days.
• Robust pension contributions up to 10%.
• Comprehensive health coverage and digital GP service.
• Family planning support and enhanced parental leave.
• Life assurance at 4× salary.
• Income protection.
• Wellbeing Hub – free access to Calm, Daily Burn.
• Professional development – cover membership fees, CPD opportunities.
• Community engagement – charity matched‑funding, paid volunteering.

Permanent, Full‑time 40 hours.

Manchester, Leeds, London, Birmingham, Edinburgh (with expansion plans in Dublin and Belfast).

Jacobs operates a hybrid work environment and a 40‑hour working week as standard. We value safety, integrity, inclusion and belonging. We are committed to building vibrant communities within Jacobs, including through our Employee Networks and Communities of Practice. As a disability confident employer, we welcome applications from candidates who may not meet all the listed requirements. We support flexible working and provide reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process.

We are an equal opportunities employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, or any other protected characteristic.