This role offers a competitive salary, hybrid working (with a minimum of one day a week in our London office), 28 days holiday a year plus Bank Holidays and a fantastic pension 

scheme offering 6% in year one and 11% after this.

Salary £55,000 - £60,000 per annum

About the role

We're looking for a driven and passionate individual to join us at Which? as a Senior Economist. You'll work alongside other economists, data analysts, data scientists and social researchers to produce the evidence that drives Which?'s programme of advocacy activities. The predominant focus of this role will be competition in digital markets. 

The Competition and Markets Authority has recently begun the process of regulating the largest tech companies to improve competition in digital markets in the UK. For this new participative regulatory regime to be successful, the CMA needs considered engagement with a wide range of stakeholders on whether and how to regulate these businesses. Which?'s representation of consumers in these policy debates is unique.

You will produce high-quality economic insight that determines our policy positions and will be used to advocate for regulation that maximises consumer welfare. You will be given the autonomy to explore different methodologies and develop innovative research and analysis to support our purpose of championing consumers. You'll work closely with colleagues in our public affairs teams to understand the needs of our audiences and to make sure your work has the reach it needs.

Which? has an enviable track record of delivering for consumers. Our economic research has been used recently by the government in impact assessments for the Digital Markets, Competition and Consumers Bill to make the case to regulate Big Tech and to ban fake online reviews, and by Ofcom to support its decision to ban the use of inflation-linked mid-contract price rises in contracts.

To build on this success we're looking to recruit a Senior Economist with proven analytical skills and a desire for their work to have impact. 

Key responsibilities include: 

• Use economic theory to inform Which?'s policy positions and provide insight into consumer behaviour and the wider economic environment;
• Work both autonomously on your own initiative and collaboratively with other research disciplines including policy researchers and data scientists;
• Analyse economic data to generate compelling and original insight into the attitudes and behaviours of UK consumers;
• Identify and manage external research partners and work collaboratively with them to ensure they deliver to a high standard.
• Identify the relevant insights from economic analyses and communicate these in a technically precise, but accessible and compelling way to persuade internal and external stakeholders, including policymakers, regulators and businesses.

About you:

You will have:

• Experience of applying microeconomic analysis to produce evidence-based outputs and a proven ability to create insight through intelligent and robust analysis.
• Understanding and experience of how economics is used in policymaking and experience of conducting analysis to inform public policy.
• Strong written and verbal communications skills with the ability to convey complex information with clarity to a non-technical audience.
• The ability to build strong relationships with both internal and external stakeholders

Experience of digital markets and/or competition policy are desirable, but not essential for a strong candidate who is highly motivated to work in this area.

The interview process for this role involves:-

• A one-hour, online interview that will include a short presentation to be prepared in advance.
• A meeting with our Director of Policy and Advocacy, and Chief Economist 

Benefits

 We also have these benefits for you to consider: 

• 35 hour working week
• Generous 28 days holiday a year plus Bank Holidays & Option to buy additional days
• Excellent pension scheme – when you pay in 3%, Which? pays in 6% (rising to 11% after one year of service.) 
• Discount site Pluxee which offers large % off every day shopping and holidays 
• Annual Award (depending on employee and company performance)
• Healthcare insurance & private medical insurance and opportunity to participate in Vitality rewards programme (at 6 months)
• A discretionary death in service benefit provision equivalent to six times your annual salary
• Free access to Which? member content and free access to Which? money & legal helplines 
• Free wills for all Which? employees, plus, partners of employees can make their will at cost price.
• Work from (almost) anywhere for 4 weeks of the year 

About Which?

We promote a great work-life balance (all our roles are now hybrid), offering flexible working options in addition to a full time working week (35 hours) e.g. part time or job shares where possible. If you wish to discuss any of these options, please contact the Resourcing team at recruitment@which.co.uk.

Which? is the UK's consumer champion, here to make life simpler, fairer and safer for everyone. You can find out more about what we do, our people and culture as well as hints and tips on how to complete your application on our Careers site.

At Which? we value diversity and we're committed to creating an inclusive culture where everyone is able to be themselves and to reach their full potential. We are proud that we are in the ‘Top 25 Inclusive Employers' List and currently ranking 3rd. 

 We want to receive applications from everyone. We believe that a diverse workforce helps us to understand and create a positive impact for consumers.  

As a Disability Confident Leader, we ensure that everyone can apply and be part of our recruitment processes and so we'll make reasonable adjustments if you need them. For this or any other assistance you need with applying (i.e., would like to apply by phone or post), email recruitment@which.co.uk. Find out more about the Disability Confident Interview Scheme here.

Please note you must meet the essential criteria listed within the Role Profile, to have your application reviewed and we reserve the right to withdraw this advert at any given time due to the number of applications received.