Health Economist

Health Economist - Inside IR35

We are seeking a qualified and analytically rigorous Economist to support the evaluation of prevention and public health interventions through robust cost-benefit analysis (CBA).This role will focus on quantifying the economic and social benefits of prevention interventions of local residents.

The ideal candidate will bring a strong grounding in economics, experience with applied policy analysis, and a deep interest in health equity and public value. This is a fast-paced, impact-focused role suited to a proactive and independent consultant who can hit the ground running.

Key responsibilities:

• Lead economic evaluations, including cost-benefit analysis, cost effectiveness of specific interventions

• Quantify and monetise health and social outcomes using established economic evaluation techniques

• Gather, clean and analyse data related to health, demographics, social outcomes and service use

• Develop logic models and impact pathways to understand causal links between interventions and outcomes

• Work closely with colleagues at the council to ensure interdisciplinary coherence

• Produce reports and presentations for internal and external stakeholders

• Support stakeholders' engagement by translating complex economic evidence into compelling insights

Essential requirements:

• Postgraduate degree in Economics, Heath economics, Public Policy, or related field.

• Experience in conducting cost-benefit analyses, preferably in the health and social policy domain

• Strong quantitative and data analysis skills

Desirable:

• Knowledge of public health metrics, e.g. QALY

• Experience working within or alongside local or national government, NHS, Public health bodies,

• Understanding equity weighing and methods to assess social impact

Application process:

• Please submit a CV and Cover letter detailing your experience with economic evaluation

Rate of Pay

Umbrella: £500 per day

Location: Waltham Forest Town Hall, Forest Road, Walthamstow, E17 4JF