Senior Analyst

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Please apply online via the link provided.

Please note, CV applications will only be accepted alongside a completed personal and monitoring information online application form.

About the Role

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced economic analyst to join a successful team whose work informs and shapes the Combined Authority’s policy, strategy and investment activity.

You will play a pivotal role in developing the evidence base for major strategies such as the Spatial Development Strategy (SDS), Net Zero Pathway and Local Transport Plan. In addition you will be supporting other policy development across all aspects of the Combined Authorities remit including; Employment and Skills, Business and Innovation, Housing and Spatial Planning, Culture and the Environment.

The postholder will also be expected to support the Investment Team with the development and appraisal of business cases to ensure they demonstrate value for money and are HMT Greenbook Compliant.

About the person

You will be expected to work with a range of internal and external stakeholders, assist with articulating policy implications and the dissemination of key evidence findings – we are looking for an outstanding communicator with experience in writing, presenting and sharing ideas with different audiences.

Collaboration with colleagues is an essential part of the role and will suit individuals who enjoy working with others as a valued partner, peer and colleague.

We are looking for a candidate who possesses strong project management and people skills, with an excellent understanding of data collection methods (both quantitative and qualitative) and various analytical approaches to interpreting data.

Candidates should be proficient in working with socio-economic data and evidence, impact models and developing and appraising economic cases (in accordance with HMT Greenbook Guidance).

If you think you match the job description, and our values, then click on the link to apply.

Please ensure that you provide clear examples and evidence in your personal statement of how you meet the below key essential criteria.

The information you provide in your personal statement will be used for shortlisting.

• •‍Experience of analysing and interpreting a range of publicly available economic data
• •‍Experience of communicating and presenting a range of economic data sets to colleagues and other key senior stakeholders
• •‍Experience of appraising and developing HMT Treasury Green Book compliant business cases, with specific knowledge and experience around economic case making and value for money assessment

About the organisation

The Liverpool City Region is world-famous for its history, culture and creativity. A place of firsts, it is the birthplace of modern railways, public health and international trade. Now, our economy is being transformed once again, changing the world through world-leading innovation in health and life sciences, digital and creative, and advanced manufacturing - growing an economy already worth £35 billion a year.

The Combined Authority plays a central role in catalysing this innovation-led economy. We are seizing the unique opportunity to use our devolved powers and funding to create wealth and prosperity for all our 1.6 million residents and the whole UK - investing in our economy, people, place, transport and digital infrastructure. Our vision is for the Liverpool City Region to be: The best place to grow up, grow a family, and grow a business - where no-one is left behind.

Staff benefits

• •‍Local Government Pension Scheme contributions between 5.5% and 12.5%
• •‍Generous holiday entitlement of 29 days rising to 34 days after 5 years service, as well as bank holidays and the option to buy 10 additional days
• •‍Free travel around Liverpool City Region with an All-Zone Metro card worth £1,450 per year plus All Zones Off Peak Trio ticket for your spouse or partner
• •‍Flexible and hybrid working
• •‍24/7 access to Employee Assistance Programme for you and your family and Free counselling service
• •‍Automatic enrolment to our Westfield Health Programme
• •‍Corporate discounts at council-owned gyms
• •‍Bike to Work Scheme
• •‍Coaching, mentoring, apprenticeships, and professional qualifications including paid membership fees and even a £1k interest free learning loan for any non-job-related learning

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion

We offer a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates who have declared that they: have a disability, are from a Black, Asian or Minority Ethnic background, are a member of a reservist or have close family links to a member of the Armed Forces as we are under-represented by people from these communities.

To be considered under one of these schemes, you must indicate your eligibility in the relevant section of the application form. In addition, you must clearly demonstrate in your personal statement how you meet all the key essential criteria listed above, and highlight how you meet the remaining essential criteria outlined in the person specification within your CV.

Applications that do not include this evidence will not be considered under the guaranteed interview schemes.

The Liverpool City Region Combined Authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all employees and volunteers to share this commitment.

We actively promote diversity and inclusion. This role may be eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route. We recommend that you assess your eligibility before applying for this position. Please visit https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa