Economic Development Consultant
| Reference | 176EconDevelopJul25 | |||
| Sector | Health & Safety | Environmental Jobs | |||
| Salary | £50000 - £58000 per annum | |||
| Town/City | Greater London | |||
| Locations | London, South East, UK | |||
| Job Type | Contract / Interim | |||
| Date Posted | 9th Jul | |||
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Job Description |
| Socio-Economics and Economic Development Consultant Location: London, Brighton, Bristol or Warrington (hybrid working available) Salary: London-based: £55,000 to £58,000 | Outside London: £50,000 to £53,000 Contract: Permanent opportunity We are working in partnership with an independent environmental organisation recognised for its meaningful and technically robust work across socio-economics, economic development, environmental assessment, and policy. The organisation plays a vital role in helping public and private sector clients understand and respond to the social and economic impacts of major projects and strategies—both in the UK and internationally. With a collaborative, values-driven culture and a reputation for high-quality, award-winning work, the business continues to grow and expand its influence across a wide range of sectors. As part of this growth, they are seeking an experienced Consultant to lead and further develop their socio-economics and economic development offering. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with strong technical expertise and a strategic mindset to step into a visible leadership role. You’ll work across a diverse portfolio of projects, support junior colleagues, and play an important part in shaping the direction of a specialist team. The Role You will be responsible for delivering socio-economic assessments, supporting strategic development planning, and contributing to evidence-based policy work. Projects span both public and private sectors—including planning applications, regeneration schemes, levelling-up initiatives, and Environmental Impact Assessments (EIA)—with a strong focus on long-term sustainability and social value. Working alongside experts in environmental policy, economics, and natural capital, you will: - Lead socio-economic assessments, including within the EIA process - Conduct social infrastructure and open space assessments - Provide advice on subnational economic development and regional policy - Work closely with local authorities, developers, and other public sector stakeholders - Contribute to bids and business development initiatives About You To succeed in this role, you will bring a solid background in economic development and socio-economic analysis, ideally gained within consultancy, government, academia, or a relevant public policy environment. You will have: - A degree in economics, geography, town planning, or a related social science - Demonstrated experience in socio-economic and economic development analysis - Experience preparing assessments within the EIA process - A good understanding of UK socio-economic data sources and policy frameworks - Familiarity with HM Treasury Green Book and other government guidance - Excellent written and verbal communication skills - Experience mentoring or managing junior colleagues - Experience presenting at Examinations in Public (EIPs) - International project experience - Involvement in competitive tendering and client engagement - Experience in Health Impact Assessment (HIA), especially within EIA or DCO contexts Ideal backgrounds include: Town Planning, Economic Development, Urban Studies, Public Policy, or consultancy roles at organisations - experience engineering, advisory and science-based expertise What’s on Offer You’ll be joining an organisation that actively supports both professional development and employee wellbeing. In addition to a competitive salary, benefits include: - Enhanced pension contributions - Private medical insurance - Generous annual leave (with the option to purchase more) - Flexible and hybrid working options - Life assurance - Season ticket and cycle-to-work schemes - Structured CPD and training programme - Employee recognition awards and mental health support The company fosters a collaborative, inclusive culture, built around shared values of professionalism, integrity, and community. If you're seeking a new challenge and want to make a real impact in a forward-thinking and growing consultancy, we’d love to hear from you. |
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