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ICF

Consultant, Economist

ICF

. Undertake economic analysis supporting policy research and evaluation .

Posted 11/5/2026full-timeLondon • United KingdomJuniorMid-LevelWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in economic analysis, including cost-benefit analysis and value for money evaluations, while effectively communicating findings and managing diverse workloads. Proven ability to contribute to multidisciplinary teams and support economic capability development for public sector clients.

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Economic AnalysisCost-Benefit AnalysisValue For Money EvaluationQuantitative AnalysisStrong Analytical Skills

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Hard Skills
Economic EvaluationVfM AnalysisQuantitative AnalysisEconomic ModellingData Analysis
Soft Skills
Excellent Written CommunicationExcellent Verbal CommunicationAbility To Manage Workload
Tools & Technologies
HM Treasury Green BookMagenta BookAqua Book
Industry Keywords
Public SectorConsultingRegulatory AgencyAcademiaPrivate Sector

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Undertake economic analysis supporting policy research and evaluation
  • Support delivery of economic evaluation, VfM / 5Es analysis, cost-benefit analysis and bespoke economic studies
  • Analyse quantitative datasets and evidence
  • Communicate findings clearly
  • Work within multidisciplinary teams
  • Support development of ICF's economics capability
  • Contribute to economic analysis for UK public sector clients
  • Contribute to growing ICF's portfolio of economic and value for money evaluations and bespoke economic analysis

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • Degree in economics or quantitative discipline
  • Minimum 2 years' relevant experience
  • Proven track record contributing to consulting assignments, economic/VfM evaluations, and/or other economic analysis projects
  • Strong analytical skills
  • Excellent written and verbal communication
  • Ability to develop a nuanced understanding of complex economic issues
  • Ability to manage a varied workload to deadlines without compromising quality
  • Experience in consulting, government, a regulatory agency, academia, or the private sector
  • Desirable: economic evaluation, value for money analysis, appraisal or cost-benefit analysis
  • Desirable: HM Treasury Green Book, Magenta Book and Aqua Book
  • Desirable: economic modelling and quantitative analysis
  • Desirable: experience in DESNZ, BIST (DBT), DCMS or Defra policy areas

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Hybrid working policy with flexibility to collaborate in the office and work from home
  • Employee wellbeing hub offering personalised support across mind, body, finances, community, career programs and HR support
  • ‘You Matter’ competitive recognition program awarding tax-free points redeemable for high-quality items and online or high-street vouchers
  • Single Private Medical Insurance cover with no restrictions on existing conditions
  • Dental insurance and an online GP service
  • 25 days annual leave plus UK bank holidays, increasing with years of service
  • Pension scheme with 5% employer contribution
  • Life assurance paying 4x annual salary
  • Group Income Protection paying 66% of salary for up to 5 years during long-term sickness
  • Enhanced parental leave policies, including enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption and shared parental pay
  • Training and development opportunities, including peer-to-peer communities of practice