Spatial Economist

When you join KPMG Ireland, you are joining a community of over 4,200 employees who collectively work together, both in person and virtually, to achieve their full potential.

We are known as an organisation who want you to come as you are and do work that truly matters. Joining KPMG Ireland is an opportunity to enhance your career, not only in the work that you enjoy doing, but equally through the global connections that you make, the lifelong learning that you can accomplish and the chance to make your mark.

Are you our next Spatial Economist / Regional and Urban Economics Expert?

Location: Dublin, as part of our hybrid working model.

Grade: Manager

Contract type: Perm

We ideally need you to have the following on your CV:
Economics qualification, preferably at Master or PhD level. Significant experience of applying spatial economic analysis techniques and methods. Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written. Experience and/or qualifications in quantitative techniques / econometrics and the handling of large datasets. Ability to work across diverse projects, with other skillsets. An ability to explain complex economics clearly to non-economists and apply economic concepts and techniques to real world situations, including across regional and urban studies, and Real Estate. Experience in developing and adapting economic models to suit specific client needs and to be aware of and apply the latest developments in economic thought leadership and literature. The ability to work collaboratively within a team environment. Experience working in a senior role with proven experience of delivering complex economic output to senior stakeholders to inform critical decision making. Ability to market economic services, write proposals and to develop new business opportunities.
Your work will be varied. Below will be some of your core responsibilities:
Working with a team to deliver high-quality spatial economic analysis and advice to our clients including: Economic support and advice to public sector (Government Departments, Regional Authorities, Local Authorities) and private sector clients including leaders in Real Estate and Enterprise; Spatial economics, strategy and advice to public sector clients involved in regional and urban development and planning; Impact modelling as part of development processes for private Real Estate operators; Business case appraisal support as part of capital investment projects; Strategic support to local, regional and sectoral economic studies; Economic Impact Assessments; Econometric modelling and analysis using best in class practices; Cost benefit and cost effectiveness appraisals of capital and operating projects in accordance with the Public Spending Code; Collaboration with the wider economics, strategy and consultancy offerings across the Firm. The ability to present technical economic analysis to internal and external stakeholders, as well as providing written deliverables. Marketing contributions and thought leadership on our economic capabilities to secure new clients, and to internal KPMG stakeholders as you look to grow the service offering. Coaching and development to more junior staff. The ability to work collaboratively with our sector and service line teams across the firm.
All of the above should be delivered while displaying outstanding initiative and ambition.

Your team:

In November 2020 KPMG acquired Future Analytics Consulting Ltd., our planning, economics and research consultancy who specialise in the provision of data-driven advice to public and private sector clients. As Future Analytics sits within the wider Deal Advisory practice, you will have the opportunity to work cross-functionally across a variety of teams. The KPMG Future Analytics team currently consists of circa. 35+ management and staff members across planning, economics, research and data analytics. We have a strong focus on the use of data to inform economic policy and decision making and believe that the ideal candidate for this role will have the ability to leverage this expertise into best in class economic advice to our clients.

Here's how KPMG can benefit more than just your career:

All of our employees are given a benefits package which they can tailor to suit their individual preferences. Our range of benefits include:
Discounted health insurance The purchase of additional annual leave Frequent social events to help you build your network Early finish Fridays on bank holiday weekends and throughout the summer months. Relocation assistance for those moving to Ireland Complimentary access to a range of Learning & Development programmes including LinkedIn Learning.

Career progression

When you join KPMG, your performance manager will support you to ensure that you are enhancing your skills from day one. You will also receive continuous support from our award-winning Business School where you will be continuously encouraged to deepen your knowledge and expertise within your chosen career path.

In addition to this, we are the only one of the Big Four firms to announce promotions four times per year, giving you frequent opportunities for progression throughout your career with us.

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If you are interested in the above role, please submit a CV via the apply button. If you have any specific queries on the role, please contact Sharon Griffin

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