Oxford Economics, a leading global economic research and consultancy firm, is hiring one Economist to join our growing Belfast office. The candidate should have 1-3 years’ experience (not counting a placement year), ideally in an economic, analytical, consulting, or research role.

The role focuses on applying economic analysis for companies and public sector clients across EMEA, as part of consulting projects that help clients understand economic developments and the implications for their business.

The successful candidate will work across a range of consulting projects (and may take on some country forecasting responsibilities using our Global Economic Model), supporting clients with macroeconomic insight, econometric analysis, market forecasts, and risk analysis. The role requires good Excel and analytical skills, as well as good research, writing and presentation skills. Some applied experience and/or an academic background in economic analysis, forecasting, and econometrics is desired but not essential. The ability to design, validate, and interpret economic models for forecasting and scenario analysis is desired. Familiarity with Python and/or R, and practical application of AI, is desirable but not required.

The role offers strong skill development and learning & career progression opportunities, with scope to learn from, and work closely with, experienced economists, econometricians, and data specialists from across Oxford Economics’ wider UK and global network. The successful candidate will have opportunities to take on greater responsibility over time, depending on individual performance and business needs.

The closing date for applications is 3rd July, 2026 (Friday). Early applications are encouraged, as we may begin progressing candidates before the closing date.

Project Delivery

Client Engagement

EMEA Macro Consulting
You’ll work on a range of projects across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa—supporting economic model building, forecasting, scenario, policy & risk analysis, and macroeconomic analysis and thought leadership for governments, central banks, multilateral organisations, trade bodies, and large corporates.

Essential

Language & Communication

Education & Professional Experience

Technical & Operational Skills

Desirable

Why Join Us in Belfast?
Oxford Economics is investing in Belfast as a long-term centre of excellence for economic research and consulting. You’ll be joining a collaborative and fast-growing team with opportunities to work closely with the EMEA Macro Consulting team’s Director who is based in Belfast, and work on UK & Ireland and international projects from day one, with hybrid flexibility and real career development potential, including opportunities to relocate to Oxford Economics’ other global offices in future.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)
Oxford Economics is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.