Description
JOB TITLE:Group Public Affairs – Senior Economist
SALARY: £78,098 - £109,060pa
LOCATION(S): Edinburgh, Bristol, Birmingham, Leeds, Halifax & London
HOURS:Full time– 35 hours per week
WORKING PATTERN: Hybrid, 40% (or two days) in one of our office sites
ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY
Lloyds Banking Group is one of the UK’s largest financial services organisations, with a heritage spanning over 325 years and a clear purpose: Helping Britain Prosper. We serve more than 26 million customers andnearly onemillion businesses - playing a pivotal role in the UK economy and society by supporting households,businessesand communities to thrive.
Our policy work reflects this breadth of interests. We engage with politicians,policymakersand regulators on critical issues such as housing, infrastructure, financialinclusionand agriculture. From working directly with government to deliver new financing for social housing projects to partnering with devolved administrations and Mayoral Combined Authorities to unlock regional growth and investment, we bring evidence-based ideas to the heart of policy discussions. Joining us means working on policies that matter – making a real difference to communities in every part of the UK.
We’re looking for an outstanding Senior Economist to join our Group Corporate Affairs function - widely recognised as one of the most effective and respected corporate affairs teams in the FTSE 100. This is a rare opportunity to help shape the future of public policy and political engagement at Lloyds Banking Group, as we expand our remit to work more closely with national,regionaland local governments to help Britain prosper.
This role will sit in the Group Public Affairs team and is ideal for someone with a strong background in applied economics and public policy.You’llbring a passion for using economic analysis and modelling to inform policy development, and the ability to communicate complex ideas clearly to senior collaborators and political audiences.
WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING
In this role you should expectto:
1. Providehigh-quality economic analysis and modelling to support the Group’s public policy and political engagement work. Your work willevidencethe case for positive policy change to governments and external collaborators.
2. Develop evidence-based insights on a wide range of strategic policy issues,including growth, housing,infrastructureand financial inclusion.
3. Work closely with policy leads to quantify the impact of proposed policy interventionsand develop compelling, evidence-based narratives to support advocacy and political engagement.
4. Produce briefings,reportsand presentations for senior leaders,including the Group Executive Committee and Board, to support external engagement.
5. Monitor, analyse and interpret government publications, including data and analysis,identifyingimplications for the Group’s public policy priorities.
6. Engage withexternal collaborators- including government departments, think tanks, and academic institutions - to share insights and build our reputation as credible, thoughtful leaders in public policy.
WHAT YOU’LL BRING
We encourage applications from candidates with diverse experiences, however,in order tobe successful in this position we would need to seeclear evidenceof the below:
7. A strong academic background in economics or a related field,with applied practical experience in advising and / or building evidence to inform policy development in government, consultancy, or a research institution.
8. Proven ability to conduct economic modelling and quantitative analysis,and to translate findings into actionable policy recommendations.
9. Familiarity with UK political institutions and policy-making processes,and an interest in the role of private finance in addressing socio-economic opportunities and challenges.
10. Excellent written and verbal communication skills,with the ability to present complex economic ideas clearly and persuasively to non-technical audiences.
11. A collaborative and entrepreneurial mindset,with the ability to work across teams and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
12. Intellectual curiosity, political awareness, and a passion for making a difference- both for Lloyds Banking Group and the communities we serve.
ABOUT WORKING FOR US
Our ambition is to be the leading UK business for diversity, equity and inclusion supporting our customers, colleagues and communities andwe’recommitted to creating an environment in which everyone can thrive,learnand develop.
We were one of the first major organisations to set goals on diversity in senior roles, create a menopause health package, and a dedicated Working with Cancer Initiative.
We offer reasonable workplace adjustments for colleagues with disabilities, including flexibility in office attendance, location and working patterns. And, as a Disability Confident Leader, we guarantee interviews for a fair and proportionate number of applicants who meet theminimumcriteria for the role with a disability, long-termhealthor neurodivergent condition through the Disability Confident Scheme.
We provide reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process to reduce or remove barriers. Just let us know what you need.
We also offer a wide-ranging benefits package, which includes:
• A generous pension contribution of up to 15%
• An annual performance-related bonus
• Share schemes including free shares
• Benefits you can adapt to your lifestyle, such as discounted shopping
• 30 days’ holiday, with bank holidays on top
• A range of wellbeing initiatives and generous parental leave policies
Ifyou’reexcited by the thought of becoming part of our team, get in touch.We’dlove to hear from you!
At Lloyds Banking Group, we're driven by a clear purpose; to help Britain prosper. Across the Group, our colleagues are focused on making a difference to customers, businesses and communities. With us you'll have a key role to play in shaping the financial services of the future, whilst the scale and reach of our Group means you'll have many opportunities to learn, grow and develop.
We keep your data safe. So, we'll only ever ask you to provide confidential or sensitive information once you have formally been invited along to an interview or accepted a verbal offer to join us which is when we run our background checks. We'll always explain what we need and why, with any request coming from a trusted Lloyds Banking Group person.
We're focused on creating a values-led culture and are committed to building a workforce which reflects the diversity of the customers and communities we serve. Together we’re building a truly inclusive workplace where all of our colleagues have the opportunity to make a real difference.