Principal Econometrics Consultant / Associate Director / Senior Associate
Jacobs | Manchester, England, United Kingdom
Overview
At Jacobs, we’re challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world’s most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission‑critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery, and cutting‑edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.
Responsibilities
* Shape infrastructure investment and policy decisions that drive societal progress.
* Lead high‑profile advisory projects across transport, energy, utilities, and housing, helping public & private sector clients make evidence‑based decisions that improve lives and communities.
* Influence national strategies, deliver measurable outcomes, and contribute to a more sustainable future.
* Combine technical excellence with strategic insight in a role that blends leadership, innovation, and purpose.
* Lead impactful projects across infrastructure, transport, and utilities.
* Perform advanced technical work in econometrics, applied statistics, and large‑scale data analysis.
* Shape business cases, policy evaluations, and investment appraisals with strategic influence.
* Engage client‑facing opportunities to grow relationships and identify new business.
Qualifications
* A degree or master’s in economics, econometrics, statistics, finance, public policy, or a related field.
* Proven success in economic advisory, consulting, or public sector analysis.
* Advanced skills in R, Python, Stata, or similar tools, and experience working with large datasets.
* Proven ability to apply econometric techniques to real‑world infrastructure or policy challenges.
* Strong familiarity with appraisal frameworks and business case development.
* Excellent communication skills, with the ability to shape compelling narratives and influence stakeholders.
* Experience leading multidisciplinary teams and mentoring junior consultants.
* A passion for delivering quality, driving innovation, and making a meaningful impact.
Benefits
* Competitive salary reflecting your skills and experience.
* Flexible work arrangements – hybrid, part‑time, and flexible hours, patterns and locations.
* 24 days holiday + option to buy a further 10 days.
* Robust pension contributions up to 10%.
* Comprehensive health coverage with single medical cover and Digital GP service, options to add partner and family.
* Family planning support and fertility healthcare.
* Enhanced parental leave with pay and attachment to employee assistance and parental programmes.
* Life assurance at 4× your salary.
* Income protection for long‑term illness or injury.
* Wellbeing hub with access to wellbeing apps.
* Professional development – cover professional membership fees and provide CPD opportunities.
* Community engagement – charity matched‑funding, paid volunteering time, and charitable donations.
Contract type
Permanent, Full‑Time
Locations
London, Manchester, Birmingham, Edinburgh, Glasgow, Belfast, Dublin
Employment type
Full‑time
Seniority level
Principal Consultant
Equal Opportunity Statement
As a disability confident employer, we will interview disabled candidates who best meet the criteria. We welcome applications from candidates who are seeking flexible working and from those who may not meet all the listed requirements for a role.
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