Socio-Economics & Economic Development Lead

Socio-Economics & Economic Development Lead
Location: Remote, with occasional office visits to London, Brighton, Bristol, or Warrington
Salary: £50,000 – £58,000 (depending on location and experience)
 
An exciting opportunity has opened for an experienced Socio-Economics and Economic Development professional to step into a senior role within a highly respected environmental and sustainability consultancy.
 
This position is ideal for someone ready to take a strategic lead in shaping and delivering socio-economic assessments, policy research, and development strategies across a diverse range of public and private sector projects. With a strong focus on sustainability, regeneration, levelling-up, and impact assessment, you’ll play a key role in projects that drive meaningful change and long-term outcomes.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Lead the delivery of socio-economic assessments, including for planning and EIA
• Contribute to strategic policy work on regeneration and regional economic development
• Apply technical guidance including HM Treasury Green Book and Additionality Guide
• Manage and mentor junior staff across projects
• Work closely with internal teams (environmental assessment, economics, natural capital)
• Support business development and client relationships
• Help shape team strategy and contribute to wider group growth

What We’re Looking For:

• Degree in economics, geography, or a related social science
• Proven consultancy or public policy experience in socio-economic analysis or economic development
• Expertise in demographic and labour market data
• Experience delivering assessments within the UK planning system
• Strong report writing, data interpretation, and client communication skills
• Experience supporting or managing teams

Desirable Extras:

• Postgraduate qualification
• Experience in EIPs, DCOs or Health Impact Assessments
• Background in international economic development work
• Previous involvement in competitive tendering or bid writing

What’s on Offer:

• Competitive salary between £50,000 and £58,000
• Fully remote working with occasional office visits
• 25+ days holiday, growing with service
• Private medical insurance and enhanced pension
• Life insurance and healthcare plan
• Training and career development programmes
• Rail/bus season ticket loans, cycle scheme and more
• Supportive and flexible working culture

Join a collaborative and mission-driven team where your work directly contributes to positive environmental and social impact across the UK and beyond.
 
Apply now to learn more or have a confidential discussion about the opportunity.