Economic Advisory Assistant Director (Senior Manager) - Dublin
At EY, we’re all in to shape your future with confidence. Location: Ireland / Dublin. Available for Work Visa Sponsorship: NO. Business Area: Valuations, Modelling and Economics. Contract Type: Full-Time – Permanent.
Our Economics team helps clients across the island with projects in economic and social impact assessments, business case development, policy evaluation, forecasting, strategy and sectoral analysis. We work with a diverse range of clients in housing, transport, tourism, culture, sport, health, utilities regulation, agri-food, construction and regional development, as well as macroeconomic commentary. We welcome fresh ideas and new areas of focus and encourage candidates to apply with innovative ideas and who can bring new areas of economic expertise to the team.
Your Key Responsibilities
* Communicate clearly and efficiently with the team
* Manage your time across multiple projects
* Develop new business through proposals and managing client relationships
* Prepare and present clear reports to support analysis and solutions
* Train and mentor junior members of staff
* Contribute to the team strategy and direction
* Monitor project budgets
* Develop new and innovative solutions to client problems
* Develop links internally with other service lines and other EY offices globally
* Develop strategic relationships with public and private partners or clients
* Proactively manage own career path and development
* Demonstrate enthusiasm and willingness to learn
Skills And Attributes For Success
To qualify for the role, you must have:
Assistant Director posts are full-time permanent positions. Suitable applicants will have a passion for economics and good attention to detail, with a relevant undergraduate degree in economics, politics, business, social sciences or related subject with sufficient economic content. Candidates should have 7+ years of relevant experience in a similar role.
Suitable applicants will be able to demonstrate the following skills:
* Experience of economic impact assessment, cost benefit analysis, economic modelling, business case development or policy evaluation
* Experience of managing and delivering economics projects to a very high standard
* Experience of working in a high performing team, engaging with senior stakeholders and managing staff to deliver on time, whilst maintaining quality
* Strong analytical and written skills
* Strong personal and communications skills with evidence of working effectively in a team setting
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to explain complex technical issues to non-technical audience
* A keen interest in economic and political issues on the island of Ireland
* Experience identifying new areas of business development and innovative solutions to complex problem solving
* Strong leadership skills, willingness to learn and a positive attitude
* An ability to solve complex problems in a logical and structured manner
* Attention to detail, using data to support analysis
* A strong understanding of MS Office Platform, particularly Excel and PowerPoint
* Contributing pro-actively to building a positive team spirit
* Excellent time management skills
For this role, it would be advantageous to have:
* Master’s degree in economics, politics or relevant field
* Experience in the application of the Department of Public Expenditure and Reform Public Spending Code or the UK Green Book equivalent
* Experience in Strategy or Economic consulting
* Sector specialisation e.g., housing, transport, utilities regulation, health, sustainability
* Experience in data analytics and econometrics
* Experience working with government departments and/or local authorities
What Working At EY Offers
We offer a competitive remuneration package. Our comprehensive Total Rewards package includes support for flexible working and career development, and with FlexEY you can select benefits that suit your needs, covering holidays, health and well-being, insurance, savings and a wide range of discounts, offers and promotions. Plus, we offer:
* Support and coaching from some of the most engaging colleagues around
* Opportunities to develop new skills and progress your career
* The freedom and flexibility to handle your role in a way that’s right for you
All our employees are given a benefits package which they can tailor to suit their individual preferences. Our range of benefits include:
* Pension
* Discounted health insurance
* Web Doctor - Free unlimited online GP consultations for you and your family
* The purchase of additional annual leave
* Hybrid Working
* Free Gym membership
* Travel Pass
* Maternity & Paternity leave
* Bike to work Scheme
* Recognition Awards
* Cash incentives for referrals
* Work Mobile
* TECH MBA paid by EY
* Wellness rooms Available in some offices
Inclusion & Diversity
EY is committed to being an inclusive employer and we are happy to consider flexible working arrangements. We strive to achieve the right balance for our people, enabling us to deliver excellent client service whilst allowing you to build your career without sacrificing your personal priorities. While our client-facing professionals can be required to travel regularly, and at times be based at client sites, our flexible working arrangements can help you to achieve a lifestyle balance.
As an equal opportunities’ employer, we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. Reasonable accommodations are offered at every stage of our recruitment process.
Are you ready to shape your future with confidence? Apply today.
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If you can confidently demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible.
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