Evaluation Specialist: Senior Consultant / Principal Consultant

Overview

Steer Economic Development is seeking an evaluation specialist to join our team of high-performing economic development consultants. You will work on a range of projects for national, regional and local public sector clients, including process and impact evaluations, evaluation plans and evaluation scoping studies. You will use quantitative and qualitative research techniques, with familiarity in theory-based methods and counterfactual design. Knowledge of HMT Magenta Book and Green Book best practice is expected, with experience in evaluations of policy interventions in areas such as business support, innovation, Net Zero and regeneration preferred.Responsibilities

Solve important and varied problems across projects, addressing questions like: How can traditional manufacturing businesses adopt AI? How successful has a new initiative been in delivering carbon savings? What difference has a public agency made to a local economy?Build a work portfolio by developing relationships and delivering projects across a broad range of agendas, with autonomy to shape and deliver work aligned with your interests.Be recognised and rewarded for achievements as part of an employee-owned company with a competitive remuneration package and flexible benefits.Grow your career alongside a growing business, contributing to opportunities and using your expertise to support the team.Typical day includes primary research (interviews, data analysis, maps/visualisations, surveys), client liaison, project management, writing high-quality reports, and contributing to business development and staff development.Requirements

Experience with process and impact evaluation, ideally in subject areas such as net zero, innovation and enterprise, regeneration and housing, transport, strategic infrastructure or skills5+ years of experience, preferably in the public sector, consulting, or relevant private sector rolesA degree (2:1 or higher), preferably in Economics or a social scienceIdeally relevant professional membershipBenefits and Work Environment

Employee-owned company culture with opportunities for growth and development5 offices in the UK: London, Leeds, Hemel Hempstead, Manchester and BirminghamEqual opportunity employer; inclusive, flexible, and accommodation-friendlyCompetitive benefits package including private medical insurance, life assurance, pension, EAP and mental health support, 25 days leave (plus buying/selling days),Cycle to Work/Season Ticket Loan, Group Share Incentive Plan, volunteering days, and discretionary bonus (based on performance)Hybrid/part-time arrangements considered; 60% office/on-site presence preferred for full-time roles; typical 37.5 hour week with adjustments for part-time opportunitiesCompensation

Steer is committed to fair, livable compensation. All initial compensation is subject to adjustments for skills, equity, and location. In addition to base salary, employees are eligible for an annual discretionary performance ..... full job details .....