Economic Analyst

Glasgow Life is looking for an Economic Analyst to join us on a permanent full-time contract. As an Economic Analyst, you will join our in-demand Business Improvement team. You will be part of the Business and Strategy team within our Corporate Services, which supports all services across Glasgow Life.

More about our Corporate Services

As an Economic Analyst, you will join Corporate Services. This includes Marketing and Communications, Business and Strategy, Infrastructure, Finance, HR, Retail, Procurement, and Development. These teams undertake a wide range of roles to keep Glasgow Life operating smoothly as a first-rate charity. From creating compelling messages about our work to providing insights that help shape strategies. They also oversee the operation of over 100 venues across the city, account for millions of pounds, support our staff, and bring income into the charity through our shops.

About Glasgow Life

Glasgow Life is the charity that inspires people to lead richer, more active lives through culture and sport. Simply put, we believe that everyone deserves a great Glasgow life. We do this by delivering innovative cultural and sporting programmes and events that improve the mental, physical, and economic well-being of Glasgow. Glasgow Life also creates unforgettable experiences for tourists, strengthening the city’s visitor economy. We help put on world-class events, conferences, and festivals that enhance Glasgow’s international reputation. Glasgow is the first city to be named European Capital of Sport twice and was also the first city in the UK to be named a UNESCO City of Music.

The role

As an Economic Analyst, you’ll be an integral part of the team by providing a range of economic development functions including data analysis, impact modelling, and policy research.

You will undertake and contribute to a wide range of:

1. Economic analysis and profiling activities
2. Project and programme appraisal and evaluation activities
3. Business cases development activities (including creating logic models and evaluation plans, cost-benefit analysis, and economic impact assessment)
4. Primary and secondary research activities (including direct delivery and commissioning)
5. Analysis and evaluation of information to provide reporting, evidence-based recommendations, and support for services to achieve organisational objectives and defined performance measures.
6. Interrogation of data and information to ensure accuracy and consistency.
7. Comparison and benchmarking including representing Glasgow Life at benchmarking activities.
8. Collaboration with business partners across the organisation to deliver business improvements.

The Economic Analyst will report to Andrew Ferguson, Senior Business Analyst, working alongside an established team.

The candidate

If you’re interested in joining us as an Economic Analyst, you’ll need:

1. To be educated to degree level in an Economics or related discipline, or proven applied experience
2. High level presentation and communication skills in written and spoken English
3. High level of data handling and analysis skills
4. The ability to work to tight deadlines
5. Experience in economic development data analysis
6. Understanding of econometrics/quantitative analysis
7. Ability to present analyses results, recommendations, and professional advice in clear and accessible formats
8. Be highly proficient in Excel
9. Have working knowledge of relevant computer software and IT packages such as Microsoft Office (Word, Excel & PowerPoint)
10. Understanding of national, regional, and local economic policy/context
11. Understanding of online sources of economic information
12. Understanding of putting theory into practice
13. A flexible approach to the needs of the department and an awareness of the Council’s objectives

You can read the full person specification for this role under the ‘Job Attachments’ section.

Some of our roles are currently piloting hybrid working, with teams working between the office and home. Your line manager will agree these days with you. This balance enables you to continue much-needed collaborative working.

Our head office in Albion Street, Glasgow has great links to public transport and parking nearby.

The working hours are Monday to Friday, 09.00 to 17.00.

We believe in the transformational power of the programmes and events we provide for the people and visitors of Glasgow. If you would like to be a part of what we do, we’d love to hear from you.

Important Dates: Closing date 27 October and interviews are provisionally scheduled for week commencing 4 November.

Benefits at Glasgow Life

• 30 days holiday allowance plus 6.5 public holidays (for full-time roles). After 5 years completed service, the entitlement will increase to 35 days from the next annual leave year.
• Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme
• Discounted Glasgow Club membership and money off in our museum shops and online store
• Option to buy extra annual leave
• And much more!

Diversity matters at Glasgow Life

We're determined to reflect the extraordinary diversity of Glasgow in our workforce. Glasgow Life is on a journey to develop a workplace that reflects the communities we serve. Where everyone feels empowered to bring their full, authentic selves to work. We're a Disability Confident and Carer Positive employer and invite candidates from all backgrounds to apply. Read more about our commitment to equality and diversity on our website.