Location
London

Hours
Full Time

Salary
Negotiable

About the Role
As the UK’s communications regulator, Ofcom plays a vital role in keeping the UK connected and shaping the future of communications. The Economics and Analytics Group is a dynamic team of around 130 experts including applied microeconomists, econometricians, behavioural economists, data analysts and finance professionals. This team applies economic theory and empirical research to inform policy and regulation across telecoms, broadcasting, postal services, and online safety.

As a Principal in Economics, you will lead projects and workstreams applying economics and quantitative analysis to regulatory and competition challenges. Your work will include applied econometrics, data science techniques such as machine learning and natural language processing, competition and regulatory economics, and policy evaluation. You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver impactful insights and contribute to the leadership and development of the Economics and Analytics Group.

You will have the opportunity to work on stimulating projects across a broad range of sectors, apply cutting-edge economic and quantitative techniques, and make a real societal impact while maintaining a healthy work-life balance.

Experience
- Proven experience applying economics and quantitative analysis in policy or regulatory contexts, ideally within consultancy, regulatory bodies, competition authorities, or regulated companies.
- Strong foundation in applied microeconomics and econometrics, including competition economics, regulatory economics, industrial organisation, causal inference, and/or structural estimation.
- Experience or interest in applying machine learning or artificial intelligence techniques to economic and regulatory questions.
- Proficiency in at least one analytical software package such as R or Python.

About you
- Excellent communicator with the ability to simplify and convey complex economic concepts clearly, both orally and in writing.
- Thought leader with creativity in developing new approaches and frameworks.
- Skilled project manager capable of planning, organising, and delivering economic analysis through others within agreed timelines.
- Demonstrated aptitude or experience in coaching and mentoring junior colleagues to empower and develop teams.
- Collaborative team player who contributes to a positive and inclusive working environment.

Qualifications
- Postgraduate qualification in economics is required; a PhD is preferred but not essential.