Overview
At Jacobs, we’re challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world’s most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission‑critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting‑edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.
Your Impact
As an Associate Director, you’ll be at the forefront of shaping infrastructure investment and policy decisions that drive societal progress, lead high‑profile advisory projects across transport, energy, utilities, and housing, help clients make evidence‑based decisions that improve lives, influence national strategies, deliver measurable outcomes, and contribute to a more sustainable future.
Responsibilities
- Lead high‑profile advisory projects across transport, energy, utilities, and housing
- Shape infrastructure investment and policy decisions that drive societal progress
- Influence national strategies and deliver measurable outcomes
- Engage with public and private sector clients to provide evidence‑based advice
- Collaborate with global experts across disciplines
- Lead multidisciplinary teams and mentor junior consultants
Qualifications
- Degree or master’s in economics, econometrics, statistics, finance, public policy, or a related field
- Proven success in economic advisory, consulting, or public sector analysis
- Advanced skills in R, Python, Stata, or similar tools, and experience working with large datasets (for econometrics specialists)
- Proven ability to apply econometric techniques to real‑world infrastructure or policy challenges (for econometrics specialists)
- Strong familiarity with appraisal frameworks and business case development
- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to shape compelling narratives and influence stakeholders
- Experience leading multidisciplinary teams and mentoring junior consultants
- Passion for delivering quality, driving innovation, and making a meaningful impact
Benefits
- Competitive salary reflecting skills and experience
- Flexible work arrangements: hybrid, part‑time, and flexible hours and locations
- 24 days holiday with option to buy an additional 10 days
- Robust pension contributions up to 10%
- Comprehensive health coverage including single medical cover and Digital GP service
- Family planning support and fertility healthcare services
- Enhanced parental leave pay and employee assistance programs
- Life assurance at 4× your salary
- Income protection in case of long‑term illness or injury
- Wellbeing hub with access to wellbeing apps
- Professional development: coverage of membership fees and CPD opportunities
- Community engagement: charity matched‑funding, paid volunteering time, and charitable donations
Contract and Location
Contract type: Permanent, Full‑time
Grade: Associate Director
Locations: London, Manchester, Birmingham, Edinburgh, Glasgow, Belfast
EEO Statement
As a disability confident employer, we will interview disabled candidates who best meet the criteria. We welcome applications from candidates seeking flexible working and from those who may not meet all the listed requirements for a role.
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