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Transport Economist

Job Summary
Contract Type:
Permanent
Working Pattern:
Full time
Advert Start Date:
28/02/2025
Advert End Date:
28/03/2025 12:00
Salary:
£44,711 – £47,754 per annum Grade N9
Hours per week:
37
Job Category:
Other
Vacancy ID:
276965
Employment Location:
The Lumen, St. James Blvd, Newcastle Upon Tyne NE4 5BZ plus remote working arrangements
Post Number:
NECA-25-017
Number of posts:
1
Closing date:
28 Mar
Further Information
Are you passionate about transforming public transport and making a real impact on the economy? Do you have a knack for economic analysis and a desire to work on innovative projects? If so, we are looking for an experienced Economist to join our team.


We are growing our Evidence and Evaluation function to reflect the ambitious programme the North East Combined Authority (North East CA) has to transform our region. We are looking for Transport Economist to support our bus reform programme and to support drive forward our organisational ambition to be data driven and evidence-led.

Our purpose is to champion the full potential of our region. Collaborating with our partners and local authorities we’ll create a better way of life by connecting communities, giving people the skills to succeed, and improving wellbeing for all so the North East is recognised as an outstanding place to live, work, visit and invest.

As a Transport Economist, you will play a crucial role in our transformative Bus Reform project, providing expert advice and guidance on the economic case of the Franchising Scheme Assessment (FSA). You will be responsible for critically assessing economic appraisals, leading cost-benefit analyses, and interpreting detailed economic modelling to ensure the effective delivery of bus reform policy in the North East.

You will build relationships with colleagues and strategic partners and able to communicate complex data and analysis to inform our ongoing work programme, as well as providing expert advice and guidance.


In return for your valuable contribution, you will have access to an excellent benefits package:
  • Generous leave entitlement, starting at 26 days, rising to 31 days after 5 years continuous service, plus 8 bank holidays (pro-rata for part-time staff)
  • Flexible working practices including working from other locations and from home.
  • A generous employer contribution pension scheme.
  • A range of salary sacrifice schemes.
  • Commitment to staff development and continuous learning.
  • Progression and career enhancement opportunities.

If you have the skills and qualities to succeed in this role and are committed to delivering the combined authority’s vision and values, we look forward to hearing from you. 

If you would like an informal discussion, or further information about this role please contact:
 
Emma Bennett, Senior Programme Manager, Evidence and Evaluation via 
email  Emma.Bennett@northeast-ca.gov.uk.
 
Closing date for applications 12  Noon Friday 28th March.

Interviews are anticipated to be held on the 15th April.
 

For further information about the North East Combined Authority please see the authority’s website www.northeast-ca.gov.uk
 
This recruitment is being administered by Durham County Council on behalf of the North East Combined Authority.
 

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