Economic Analyst

Skills:

Ability to analyse and interpret data to identify patterns, trends, and key insights, using appropriate tools such as Excel or other analytical software.

Ability to apply structured problem‑solving skills to break down complex issues and support the delivery of analytical work.

Ability to apply and follow established analytical approaches and frameworks to support economic appraisal and decision‑making.

Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present analytical findings clearly and concisely to a range of audiences, including non‑technical stakeholders.

Ability to manage time and priorities effectively, delivering work to agreed deadlines and quality standards.

Willingness to seek feedback and continuously improve analytical outputs and ways of working.

Knowledge:

An undergraduate or postgraduate degree in Economics, Mathematics, Transport Studies / Planning, or a closely related discipline (e.g. Science, Geography), or equivalent experience.

Understanding of analytical approaches used to support investment decisions, including economic appraisal and value for money assessment.

Awareness of HM Treasury and Department for Transport economic appraisal principles and how analysis supports business case development.

Understanding of the role of evidence in supporting effective decision‑making.

Types of Experience:

Experience of producing analysis using standard analytical tools (e.g. Excel or similar) and presenting findings in a clear and structured way.

Experience of working in a team‑based or project environment, contributing to shared outputs and objectives.

Experience of handling data and ensuring its quality, including identifying limitations and uncertainties.

Experience of communicating analytical findings to support decision‑making, or a demonstrable ability to do so.

The post-holder is expected to behave at all times in a manner consistent with the HS2 values of Safety, Leadership, Integrity, and Respect

It is expected that you will actively promote and embed Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) in all your work and support and comply with all organisational initiatives, policies, and procedures on EDI.

As HS2 Ltd do not hold a sponsorship license from the Home Office, we are not able to provide sponsorship to any applicant. Applicants must already have the Right to Work in the UK at the time of application and our process involves a Right to Work validation prior to the interview stage. Note, there are certain types of time-bound visas that we cannot accept.

Any offers made to applicants will be subject to satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks which include Nationality & Immigration Status, employment references, DBS, Financial and Education checks.

We ask for a variety of detail in your online application; however, we perform the first assessment of suitability for a role based solely on the information in your CV. In a further development of our efforts to create a more diverse workforce, your CV will be anonymised, and personal information will be removed during the first stage of the application review. This removes bias from the process and makes it even more important that you attach an updated word version of your CV for each new application ensuring you include evidence directly related to the criteria in the job advert.

Any applications received after the closing date will not be considered.