Economic Advisory - Analyst - Dublin

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Role: Economic Advisory Executive
Location: Ireland / Dublin

Available for Work Visa Sponsorship: NO

Business Area: EY Strategy and Transactions

Contract Type: Full-Time – Permanent

The Team and the opportunity

At EY, our purpose is building a better working world. The insights and services we provide help to create long-term value for clients, people and society, and to build trust in the capital markets. Whenever you join, however long you stay, the exceptional EY experience lasts a lifetime.

EY's Economic Advisory team is looking to expand significantly in the coming months to capture exciting opportunities and answer major challenges in the current landscape. Geopolitical tensions continue to create uncertainty, while rising costs for talent and property add financial pressure. Climate risk and the need for sustainable solutions are becoming increasingly critical, requiring innovative approaches to resource management. It is also an exciting time to help shape the infrastructure investment needs of the Island of Ireland.

Your key responsibilities

• Progressing infrastructure investments through funding approval gates
• Appraising the economic value of public investments
• Monetising the socio-economic benefits of projects
• Reviewing and evaluating policies
• Assessing the direct and indirect economic impact of private sector projects 
• Analysing the regulatory environment and its impact on economic activities

1. 1. 1. 1. 1. Skills and attributes for success

To qualify for the role, you must have:

•  A degree in Economics, Finance, Business, Politics, Geography or related subject
• Minimum experience of 2 years for Executive and 5 years for Manager
• For Managers we require experience in one or more of the following: business case development (Infrastructure Guidelines, GreenBook or international experience), cost benefit analysis, economic impact assessment, regulatory or policy evaluation.
• An ability to solve complex problems in a logical and structured manner
• Experience of applying economic theory to infrastructure investments, public policy or corporate issues
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including an ability to explain complex technical issues to a non-technical audience
• Excellent inter-personal skills and ability to work effectively and positively within a team

Ideally, you will also have

• Specific sectoral knowledge (health, transport, energy, IT, real estate)
• Interest in identifying new areas of business development and innovative solutions to complex problem solving

What working at EY offers

We offer a competitive remuneration package. Our comprehensive Total Rewards package includes support for flexible working and career development, and with FlexEY you can select benefits that suit your needs, covering holidays, health and well-being, insurance, savings and a wide range of discounts, offers and promotions. Plus, we offer:

• Support and coaching from some of the most engaging colleagues around
• Opportunities to develop new skills and progress your career
• The freedom and flexibility to handle your role in a way that’s right for you

All our employees are given a benefits package which they can tailor to suit their individual preferences. Our range of benefits include:

• Pension
• Discounted health insurance
• Web Doctor - Free unlimited online GP consultations for you and your family
• The purchase of additional annual leave
• Hybrid Working
• Free Gym membership
• Travel Pass
• Maternity & Paternity leave
• Bike to work Scheme
• Recognition Awards
• Cash incentives for referrals
• Work Mobile
• TECH MBA paid by EY
• Wellness rooms Available in some offices

EY is committed to being an inclusive employer and we are happy to consider flexible working arrangements. We strive to achieve the right balance for our people, enabling us to deliver excellent client service whilst allowing you to build your career without sacrificing your personal priorities. While our client-facing professionals can be required to travel regularly, and at times be based at client sites, our flexible working arrangements can help you to achieve a lifestyle balance.

Career Progression

• When you join EY, you will be supported to ensure that you are enhancing your skills from day one.
• Continuous learning, where you can develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next.
• As you grow and develop here, you’ll discover opportunities to help customise your career journey, so that it’s as unique as you are - success is defined by you, we will provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way.
• Transformative leadership, we will give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs.
• Diverse and inclusive culture, you will be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.
• We have embraced Hybrid working at EY adding greater flexibility and autonomy to the roles of our employees.

About EY

As a global leader in assurance, tax, transaction and advisory services, we’re using the finance products, expertise and systems we’ve developed to build a better working world. That starts with a culture that believes in giving you the training, opportunities and creative freedom to make things better. Whenever you join, however long you stay, the exceptional EY experience lasts a lifetime.

Inclusion & Diversity

1. 1. 1. 1. 2. We hold a collective commitment to foster an environment where all differences are valued and respected, practices are equitable and everyone experiences a sense of belonging: Inclusion, diversity, and equity are part of who we are at EY. We believe that the highest-performing teams maximize the power of different perspectives and backgrounds. These teams are both diverse and inclusive and are willing to invite and learn from other perspectives. Our ability to include various viewpoints into our mindsets, behaviours and operations is fundamental to driving innovation, building strong relationships, and delivering the best solutions for our clients.

We recognise the strength that comes from having a diverse workforce and building a culture where we support all our people to achieve their potential. You’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.

As an equal opportunities’ employer, we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. Reasonable accommodations are offered at every stage of our recruitment process.

Are you ready to shape your future with confidence? Apply today.

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If you can confidently demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible.

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