AMS PSR

On behalf of The Ministry of Justice, we are looking for an Economist Inside IR35 for a 6 week contract (Possible extension)  based Remotely.

The Ministry of Justice (MoJ) priorities include improving public safety and reducing reoffending by reforming prisons, probation and youth justice, and building a justice system which makes access to justice swifter and more certain for all citizens whatever their background. Project professionals in the MoJ help to improve the government’s ability to protect the public and reduce reoffending, and to provide a more effective, transparent and responsive criminal justice system for victims and the public.

The main duties and responsibilities of the Economist would be to:

• Devise methods and procedures for obtaining data in relation to budgets and the economy and the development of an economic framework.
• Understand various sampling techniques that may be used to conduct different types of surveys. Create and use various econometric modelling techniques to develop forecasts and understand and interpret data gained from models and other research sources.
• Analyse data to test the effectiveness of current policies, products or services and advise on the suitability of alternative courses of action, allocation of scarce resources, providing sound evidence to support these decisions.
• Explain research methodology and justify conclusions drawn from research data.
• Provide economic advice to a range of stakeholders and evaluating past / present economic issues and trends.

Essential:

• Degree (or equivalent experience), in a subject such as Economics, Mathematics, Statistics, or related subject, with proven ability in economic appraisal in a working context
• Experience with project evaluation post completion
• Experience of working with business cases
• Experience modelling in Excel
• Experience carrying out Green Book compliant cost benefit analysis
• Experience carrying out qualitative benefits assessments
• Familiarity with the Magenta Book and Aqua Book

Please be aware that this role can only be worked within the UK and not Overseas.

Disability Confident 

As a member of the Disability Confident Scheme, MOJ guarantees to interview all candidates who have a disability and who meet all the essential criteria for the vacancy. In cases where we have a high volume of candidates who have a disability who meet all the essential criteria, we will interview the best candidates from within that group. This scheme encourages candidates with a disability and/or neurodivergence to apply.

Armed Forces Covenant

The Ministry of Justice guarantees to interview veterans or spouses / partners of military personnel who meet all the essential criteria for the vacancy. In cases where we have a high volume of ex-military candidates / military spouses or partners, who meet all of the essential criteria, we will interview the best candidates from within that group.

In applying for this role, you acknowledge the following "this role falls in scope of the Off Payroll Working in the Public Sector legislation. Any rates of payment quoted will reflect the gross rate per day for the assignment and will be subject to appropriate taxes and statutory costs. As such the payment to the intermediary and your income resulting from this contract will be different".