Economist

Our clients are looking for an economist with experience in applying economics in a regulatory environment or in a commercial environment.  You will work within a multifunctional team.  The role will involve the provision of economic advice and analysis on regulatory and competition issues and the drafting of consultation papers.  You can expect to manage a range of projects. Responsibilities will include: ·          As a key project team member, providing concise, practical and strategic economic advice to inform and guide a number of concurrent projects in the Division; ·          Contributing to the design of contact award processes, to optimise the competition outcomes; ·          Providing economic advice on regulatory matters and on other projects within the Division as required; ·          Drafting elements of public consultations and other documents; In particular, the Economist will be responsible for the ‘Regulatory Impact Assessments' sections of consultations; ·          Preparing Terms of Reference for any external economic consultancy and reviewing as appropriate; ·          Reviewing documentation prepared within the Division and/or by external consultants and identifying any economic weaknesses and/or necessary changes; ·          Supporting the strategic planning process by collecting and analysing data on key trends in the Telecoms sector, and providing insights from these data sources; ·          Advising on market research/survey projects (both quantitative and qualitative); These are generally undertaken as part market monitoring activities or to support regulatory intervention; ·          Providing analysis and input on any proposed National or EC legislation impacting Market Framework's responsibilities; and ·          Contributing to organisation-level economic/regulatory policy issues, primarily by participating in cross-Divisional Economist meetings led by the Senior Advisor, Economics, Policy and Research. Qualifications & Experience: ·          Degree in Economics or a closely related discipline; A Masters or PHD would be an advantage ·          At least 3 years' experience in an economic analysis role, in a multidisciplinary environment; ·          Excellent qualitative and quantitative analytical abilities, coupled with the ability to make reasoned judgements based on available information; ·          Excellent conceptual and problem solving skills with the ability to apply new approaches; ·          Ability to draft documentation in a rational, evidence-based, clear and concise manner; ·          Strong verbal communications e.g. to  express key economic concerns or new ideas clearly; ·          Proven track record of delivering complex projects, in an individual and team capacity. For more information please call Keith on 01 4663983