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Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy BEIS – HEO Mainstream Economist Salary £32,200 (plus £4,425 - £6,000 pay enhancement) Various Business Areas across Business, Enterprise and Industrial Strategy (BEIS) Type of Role Analytical Location 1 Victoria Street and Whitehall, London

About the jobs These are exciting, high profile analytical posts across the range of BEIS priorities. If successful, you would be joining a strong multi-disciplinary Analytical Community of around 350 analysts across BEIS. This is one of the largest analytical departments within Government. BEIS has responsibility for ensuring that the economy grows strongly in all parts of the country. It does this based on developing a robust industrial strategy and ensuring that the UK has secure energy supplies that are reliable, affordable and clean. It works with business to encourage investment and innovation that fully utilises the UK science base; and enables a whole economy approach to deliver our climate change ambitions. BEIS operates as a multi-disciplinary analytical (economists, statisticians, data scientists, operational researchers, social researchers) department, with analysis playing a central part in policy making within the department. As a Mainstream Assistant Economist at BEIS, you will be involved across the policy cycle: from option appraisals and impact assessments at the beginning of policy formation; to policy evaluations to ensure that BEIS policies deliver the best use of public money. Our analysts also produce a range of statistics (e.g. energy use) and models (e.g. investment funds) to support policy development. Analysts are also involved in the central functioning of the department, for example in preparation for Budget events and cross-Government Spending Reviews. Analysts in BEIS generally assist on a particular policy area, taking some responsibility for providing the required analysis to support that policy. This will typically include working closely with policy leads to structure policy problems and ensure analysis influences decision making, understanding and developing the available data and evidence, and managing external research contracts to add to the evidence base. The size of the BEIS analytical community means that our analysts have the opportunity to develop a wide base of experience across different policy areas – underpinning their personal development and career progression. BEIS is currently undertaking a programme of work to strengthen and build its Analytical Community focussing on deepening management and leadership at all levels, strengthening analytical capability and ensuring analysis supports Ministerial decision making. Examples of work within the department are: 

Industrial strategy - we work with business to exploit opportunities that will enhance productivity and maximise the growth of the UK economy

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Analysis to inform National Minimum Wage and National Living Wage rate-setting – helping to ensure that low paid workers are rewarded fairly for their contribution to the economy

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Advice on the recommendations made by the Committee on Climate Change (CCC) for the level of the Fifth Carbon Budget. The impact assessment was the culmination of a major multidisciplinary, cross-departmental project. The project reviewed the CCC’s recommendation using three lenses: the international context, the pathway to our 2050 goals and affordability.

Department for Digital, Culture, Media & Sport (DCMS)

Department for Digital, Culture, Media & Sport Who we are DCMS sectors make up more than 14% of the UK economy and our efforts enrich the lives of people across the UK; from providing access to superfast broadband, to boosting social action and building participation in culture, the arts and sport. From its origins as the Department of National Heritage, DCMS has grown to the forward looking department it is today. A department that focuses on the UK’s future as a digital, global leader with innovation, technology and creativity at its economic heart together with the heritage, sporting and cultural assets that make it a great place to live, work and invest. We create the conditions for growth by removing barriers, providing strategic direction and supporting innovation and creativity. We want everyone to be able to enjoy our national culture, play sport and have access to effective communications. Our sectors provide 5.4 million jobs and deliver c. £46bn of exports of services, with their value increasing year-on-year. These sectors are important not only for their economic potential; they are critical to creating a global UK whose technological, cultural, creative and sporting assets position us on the world stage as an essential partner for trade and investment as the UK exits the European Union. Our strategic objectives set out how we will deliver our vision of driving growth, enriching lives and promoting Britain to the World.

Evidence and Analysis in DCMS Given the rapidly changing world that we live in it is more important than ever that our decisions are underpinned by the best possible evidence and analysis. We have therefore recently undertaken a significant expansion in our team of economists to support policy development and delivery across the Department’s portfolio, particularly in areas affected by EU Exit. As a relatively small department with an influential and varied policy portfolio, economists in DCMS have a high degree of responsibility and closer involvement with ministers and senior policy officials than in larger departments. Our economists collaborate closely with policy professionals and analysts across DCMS, government and industry to provide a robust and influential evidence base to underpin EU exit, trade negotiations, Britain’s soft power, the future of our digital economy and building a safe, fair and informed society. Examples of the work economists undertake in DCMS include:

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Developing the evidence base to understand the impact of new technologies such as artificial intelligence and internet of things and the case for government intervention or support Estimating the economic impact of major sporting events such as the Olympics and Commonwealth Games Evaluating the impact of major programmes such as 5G test bed and trials Developing the case for investment in cultural organisations and National Museums Estimating the impact of potential free trade agreements on DCMS sectors Analysis to understand the impact of the changing digital landscape for how people consume news, media and entertainment

The Central Analytical Team and DCMS support continuous professional development and will encourage the post holders to develop and grow in the Department. As our Analytical Community grows, you can expect to build a network with analysts from across the Department to improve and develop your knowledge of DCMS and its’ sectors. Location All economist posts are based in London at DCMS offices at 100 Parliament Street.

Security Clearance Candidates should have, or expect to undergo, Counter Terrorist Check (CTC) level security clearance to take up a post at DCMS. To receive CTC individuals should have been resident in the United Kingdom for the last 3 years. Further information about security vetting can be found here.

Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs (DEFRA) Location: York, Bristol or London

Working as an economist at the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs In Defra, we deal with a vast range of issues that profoundly impact on people’s lives. We are responsible for England’s environment, our countryside and rural economy, the food and farming sectors (which together make up around 7% of the UK economy) and have lead responsibility for protection from a wide range of natural threats and hazards. You will play an important role in achieving our vision of ‘creating a great place for living’. This is a particularly exciting time to join Defra, not least as an economist. We are one of the lead Departments in delivering a successful exit from the EU. With over a thousand pieces of EU and national legislation identified as Defra-owned and underpinning 80% of our work, we have an unparalleled opportunity to devise policies that best meet the future needs of the UK. Our vision is to create a great place for living for people in this country. We have four impact objectives which explain our ambitious long- term strategic aims, and the positive differences we will make to the UK:

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To pass on to the next generation a natural environment protected and enhanced for the future To lead the world in food, farming and fisheries with a sustainable model of food production To deliver a safe and ambition departure from the EU, setting global standards in protecting and harnessing value from the natural environment To be an outstanding organisation focused on making a difference with world class delivery capacity

As an organisation, Defra works to:  Provide excellent delivery, with outstanding value for money to deliver outcomes;  Be an organisation continually striving to be the best, focussed on outcomes and constantly challenging itself;  Be an inclusive, professional workforce where leaders recognise the contribution of people and build capacity to deliver better business outcomes. We offer an inclusive culture which embraces and supports our colleagues to achieve and sustain increased levels of employee wellbeing, engagement and productivity.

Click here to hear from our own economists about working at Defra For more information on the Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs see our website

The work you will be doing Being an assistant economist in Defra entails working closely with colleagues to structure policy problems and ensure economic analysis informs decision making, making best use of available data and evidence. You will work primarily with an Economic Advisor and wider analysts in developing the evidence base, drawing from a wide range of expertise, undertaking quality assured economic appraisal and evaluation, and providing robust analytical advice. Responsibilities will vary according to post, but could include: 

Conducting and reporting analysis, to ensure policy options are underpinned by careful synthesis of available evidence and forward-looking analysis;

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Communicating with and advising policy colleagues on what the latest evidence and analysis tells you;

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Managing stakeholder engagement, analysing and reporting on outputs;

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Addressing policy needs through development, testing and application of advanced models.

Defra is looking for assistant economists to work across a range of areas particularly focused on priorities resulting from EU exit. Our economists are embedded in teams across Defra, summarised below.

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The Office of the Chief Economist ensures high quality economic analysis is being produced across the department to meet priorities and directly delivers important pieces of cross-cutting work. The Office also updates ministers on significant economic developments and leads the economist profession across the department.

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EU & International trade teams help shape the UK’s future relationship with the EU from the perspectives of Defra’s objectives and develop Defra’s positions on relevant international trade issues.

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Future Farming economics helps develop future domestic agricultural policy for the UK outside the EU. The team currently consists of 10 economists and sits within the wider evidence team including statisticians, natural and social scientists and operational researchers. The evidence team is embedded with policy teams and so is an integral part of the policy development process.

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Marine & Fisheries teams are developing a new policy framework for the fishing industry outside of the EU and working to develop systems to manage the marine environment more sustainably.

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The Natural Environment and rural system directorate develops policies around the contribution that land use change and management can make to wider environmental outcomes, including carbon storage, air quality, water quality, flood management and nature conservation, and supports development of the rural economy.

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Environmental Quality develops policies and approaches around activities that can impact on environmental outcomes, including measures to improve air quality, regulations on use of chemicals and pesticides and policies on waste management, many of which will be affected by EU exit.

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The Animal & Plant Health & Welfare (APHW) directorate works to find the most effective ways to protect the nation from animal and plant diseases and pests which can have significant impacts on consumers, industry, the rural economy and livelihoods

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The better regulation team seeks to improve the regulatory measures that Defra is responsible for to achieve strong outcomes whilst reducing and minimising the burdens on business.

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The Floods & Water directorate’s work includes refining water environment regulation (including post-EU exit), economic regulation of the water utility sector including ongoing market reform, and the costs, benefits and incentive issues surrounding the management of flood risk.

The Economics Profession in Defra At Defra you will join a diverse but cohesive group of economists working to deliver high quality, impactful economics to achieve great outcomes. To deliver our vision we are working together as a professional group fostering a strong collective identity to ensure we are impactful, skillful, vibrant as a community, and connected to the outside world. You will join a culture where continuous learning is encouraged and colleagues are happy to share their expertise. You’ll have the opportunity to work alongside colleagues from alternative professions such as policy, science, statistics, operational research and social research, in a rich learning and policy-making environment. We will also offer you the chance to develop economic and policy competences through inwork training and other opportunities, such as economic seminars.

Ourofficel ocat i ons The majority of posts will be based in York, Bristol or London. Defra is able to support flexible working, which means that you may be able to work from home or in a closer Defra office for some of the week. You will be able to agree appropriate working arrangements with your team.

Department for Education (DfE) Location: Sheffield/Coventry/Manchester/Bristol ABOUT US The Department for Education is responsible for early years, schools, children’s services, higher and further education policy, apprenticeships and wider skills in England. We are also home to the Government Equalities Office, which leads on gender and LGBT equality analysis and policy. We work to achieve a highly educated and productive society in which opportunities are available to all, irrespective of background or family circumstances. JOB DESCRIPTION DfE economists are found right across the Department working collaboratively to build the evidence base to support policy development and delivery. We offer our skills in appraisal and evaluation, analysis of data and modelling and application of critical thinking to help ensure that the Department makes evidence-based decisions. There is no such thing as a typical day for our economists but an economist posting, while focusing on different aspects of DfE policy, is likely to include some of the following examples of work: 

Secondary analysis of DfE data, such as the second Longitudinal Study of Young People in England (LSYPE2), or the Longitudinal Education Outcomes study. These are large and powerful datasets which can help to answer policy questions right across the Department. Work can range from descriptive analysis right through to complex technical modelling and econometrics.

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Scoping and producing evidence-based briefings, synthesising and summarising domestic and international evidence on key policy areas covering a wide range of topics to aid policy decisionmaking.

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Developing cost benefit analysis and assessing the value for money of Departmental activity and potential policy plans.

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Providing support in the day to day running of the Department, such as providing analysis to answer correspondence from external parties, providing information for Parliamentary Questions (PQs) and support to private (Ministerial) and press office.

DfE economists are also encouraged to support the wider economics profession and/or Department alongside their day job with corporate activities.

Department for Existing the European Union (DExEU)

Location: 70 Whitehall Analysis and Insight directorate The Analysis and Insight Directorate (A&I) sits at the centre of DExEU’s work. We work closely with other government departments and DExEU directorates to generate and combine the best analysis across DExEU and Whitehall, to support the UK’s negotiations and preparations for leaving the European Union. We aim to put evidence at the heart of policy making, has three principal analytical objectives: 1. to model and analyse the implications of exit options particularly on trade, customs, and migration; 2. to lead, coordinate and challenge Whitehall’s analysis in support of Brexit negotiations and preparations; and, 3. to provide timely and insightful economic advice to Ministers and senior officials. What we are looking for: Mainstreamer who will play an important role in analysis that will shape key decisions for the UK as it leaves the European Union. The post holder will work particularly closely with analysts across relevant Whitehall Departments as well as policy colleagues, helping manage the relationship with departments, building a collaborative partnership to challenge analysis and support discussions on priorities and work plans. They will also work on a range of strategic projects bringing analysis together to inform policy thinking. Specific Requirements: SC cleared

Department of Health (DH)

Location: London, Leeds The Department of Health and Social Care has a reputation for using analysis and evidence effectively to influence decision making. We provide exciting opportunities for professional analysts to bring their professional skills to bear on interesting and high-profile policy issues across the NHS, public health and social care services. We are looking to recruit professional analysts at HEO level to fill current vacancies and posts that are likely to arise from promotions or job moves in the next few months. The health and care agenda is often in the spotlight and requires high quality analysis to inform debate and ensure that decisions are based on high quality evidence. We are looking for analysts who can apply their professional and technical skills to help solve real policy problems; working with non-analyst colleagues and influencing others to help develop answers to some of the most pressing questions. Our analysts typically work in multi-disciplinary analytical teams, alongside policy teams. Teams cover topics including analysis of health care services, public health, social care, NHS workforce, finance, medicines & pharmacy and the chief analyst’s team. There is an active multidisciplinary community of analysts in DHSC and across the Department there is a strong focus on continuing professional development. There are also opportunities to work across team boundaries to encourage learning and sharing of experience to promote career development. 

Residency requirements: No specific residency requirements

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