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Job Title


Socio-Economics & Economic Development Lead


Company : Pertemps London Cambridge


Location : Cambridge, England


Created : 2025-07-12


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

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, youll play a key role in projects that drive meaningful change and long-term outcomes. What Youll 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 Were 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 Whats 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. TPBN1_UKTJ