The West of England Mayoral Combined Authority is seeking to appoint a Lead Economist to join the Analysis & Evaluation team. Your key responsibilities in this role would be to ensure a focus on delivering the priorities of the Metro Mayor by: Leading wide-ranging research and analysis of how to deliver growth, equality and net zero in the region; Bringing expertise in understanding economic impacts to find robust, compelling and creative ways to articulate the effects our regional investments will bring; and Assessing investment proposals to ensure that our spending provides good value for money. Are you creative and curious, with strong experience of demonstrating economic impacts and excellent understanding of policy-making? Are you someone who communicates effectively and overcomes obstacles to ultimately always focus on delivery? If this sounds like your next role, please click on the apply button below and tell us why you would be a great fit. For an informal conversation about the role, please contact george.margessonwestofenland-ca.gov.uk Interviews will be held in late February 2025.