Arcadis

Senior Place Economics Consultant – Economic Growth and Development Advisory

Arcadis

full-time

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Location Type: Hybrid

Location: Manchester • United Kingdom

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Job Level

Senior

About the role

  • Conduct evidence-based research to inform place-based strategies and strengthen the strategic case for regeneration and development programs
  • Engage stakeholders and facilitate workshops to identify barriers, opportunities, and investment priorities
  • Analyse data to establish socio-economic baselines and estimate economic benefits
  • Prepare economic appraisals in line with HMT Green Book guidance
  • Deliver economic impact assessments and evaluations
  • Develop compelling investment propositions and prospectuses
  • Provide economic development advice to clients, both verbally and through clear, insightful reports
  • Produce high-quality technical and narrative reports, action plans, and presentations

Requirements

  • Master’s degree preferred; bachelor’s degree in Economics, Economic Development, Finance, Geography, Social Science, or a related field required
  • Ideally holds a Better Business Case Practitioner qualification or similar professional accreditation in Economic Development
  • Experience supporting proposal development for clients or evaluating proposals for tenders
  • Strong written communication skills with excellent attention to detail
  • Keen interest in economic development, placemaking, and local or regional government issues
  • Proven ability to lead or contribute to project management, delivering on time and within budget
  • Proficient in data analysis and visualisation tools such as Excel, GIS, or Power BI
Benefits
  • We can only achieve our goals when everyone is empowered to be their best.
  • We believe everyone's contribution matters.
  • It’s why we are pioneering a skills-based approach.
  • Together, we can create a lasting legacy.
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Hard Skills & Tools
data analysiseconomic appraisalseconomic impact assessmentsinvestment propositionseconomic development adviceevidence-based researchsocio-economic baselinesworkshop facilitationproposal developmentproject management
Soft Skills
written communicationattention to detailstakeholder engagementstrategic thinkinginsightful reportingleadershipcollaborationproblem-solvingtime managementpresentation skills
Certifications
Master’s degreeBachelor’s degreeBetter Business Case Practitioner