Business Consulting - Economist, Senior Manager

The opportunity

As a Senior Economist, you will develop your commercial and economic capabilities working with our high-profile public and private sector clients from the earliest stages of analysis, project evaluation to procurement, financial close, construction and operations. You will assist our clients in devising strategy, assessing economic impacts, comparing financial plans, delivery approaches and provide support to our clients in their implementation of those plans.

Your key responsibilities

• Providing strategic, economic, commercial and financial advice to clients
• Involve in financial model development and analysis
• Involve in public sector policy analysis using quantitative economic analysis and market research 
• Growth Strategy - assisting the client with developing a long-range, multi-year view of growth options and strategic recommendations
• Strategic Planning - designing a sustainable process and tools for a client to run effective strategic, long-range, and initiative investment planning processes
• Develop and drive account-planning, as well as sales and delivery of service offerings
• Manage and control commercial aspects of the project delivery, including forecasting, budgeting and resource allocation

Skills and attributes for success

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong drive to excel professionally, and to guide and motivate other
• Advanced written and verbal communication skills
• Dedicated , innovative, resourceful, analytical and able to work under pressure
• Foster an efficient, innovative and team-oriented work environment

To qualify for the role you must have

• Understanding of economic evaluation methods including cost benefit analysis and economic impact analysis, including use of econometric techniques
• Experience in financial and data analysis
• Knowledgeable in public sector policies such as industrial and investment policies
• Experience in Government & Public Sectors

What we look for

Highly motivated individuals with excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to prioritize shifting workloads in a rapidly changing industry. An effective communicator, you will be a confident leader equipped with strong people management skills and a genuine passion to make things happen in a dynamic organization. If you are ready to take on a wide range of responsibilities, and are committed to seeking out new ways to make a difference, this role is for you.

What working at EY offers

EY offers a competitive remuneration package commensurate with your work experience, where you will be rewarded for your individual and team performance. We are committed to being an inclusive employer and are happy to consider flexible working arrangements (FWA), as needed, guided by our FWA Policy. Plus, we offer:

• Continuous learning: You’ll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next.
• Success as defined by you: We’ll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way.
• Transformative leadership: We’ll give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs.
• Diverse and inclusive culture: You’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.

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

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