Company Description

Nexus Analytics & Research (NAR) is Nexus Planning’s dedicated in-house team of demographic, economic and GIS specialists. As well as assisting our colleagues, we also work with public sector clients and private sector clients, including national housebuilders, landowners, developers and well-renowned institutions. We provide standalone analysis, through comprehensive research that is fully integrated with our wider planning offer.

Role Description

We are actively seeking candidates with a background in economics, housing, planning or research for Senior/Principal/Associate Research Analyst roles in our Analytics and Research team and to support project delivery across our existing and growing client base based in the London office.

We seek candidates who share our values and commitment to excellence and can play a key role in delivering projects and supporting the growth and development of the business. This is an exciting opportunity to make your mark within an expanding and award-winning company.

We offer great career opportunities and comprehensive support for your professional development. We provide a competitive salary and benefits package and flexible working hours.

Responsibilities

Lead the preparation and coordination of key NAR outputs, including economic impact assessments, needs assessments, HIAs, socio-economic and human health ES chapters etc. This involves:
An understanding of relevant policy and guidance
Strong data analysis skills
Sourcing of relevant data and statistical analysis
Write-up of results in report format
GIS analysis
Providing ad-hoc assistance throughout the business with GIS and data needs
Preparing fee proposals and tender documents
Being actively involved in business development and promotion of NAR through attendance at client meetings and assistance with branding material

Skills and Qualifications

The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 3 years relevant consultancy or public sector experience (essential), with an undergraduate degree in economics, geography, planning or similar with suitably transferable skills (desirable). In addition, you will demonstrate:

Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain client relationships
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
The ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team
An ability to manage time and work to deadlines

If you are interested in this exciting opportunity, please contact Rob Pearson, Executive Director r.pearson@nexusplanning.co.uk for an informal discussion, or send CVs to recruitment@nexusplanning.co.uk .

Nexus Planning is an equal opportunities employer.

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