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Capita plc has an excellent reputation in delivering services to public sector clients throughout the UK. You will be joining a young team of driven professionals who are working on some fascinating projects, delivering positive outcomes for clients that enable them to make informed decisions as to future investments. If you're looking for a career in a field that makes a difference, we want to hear from you.
The role
We are currently looking to recruit a Graduate Economic Regeneration Consultant to work on a range of large economic regeneration projects with the public sector, from town centres, to new housing.
You will gain experience working across the broad areas of research and evaluation concerning new investments and initiatives to establish the optimum route for our clients.
You will work on a range of large economic regeneration projects with the public sector, from town centres, to new housing. You will gain experience working across the broad areas of research and evaluation concerning new investments and initiatives to establish the optimum route for our clients.
Our work involves making a case for change usually by writing convincing reports with clear recommendations based on your analysis via:
Research using a wide variety of official data sources and the internet
Sourcing, organising, analysing and making a case using study data
Undertaking financial analysis including cashflows
Carrying out study fieldwork including interviews (face-to-face and telephone), workshops and focus groups, and client consultations
In addition you will assist the Director of Economic Assets in winning new work including:
Preparing written proposals for tenders and or work with existing clients
Making presentations to prospective clients
What we’re looking for
Qualification to degree level in a related field e.g. economics, planning, housing, geography
Excellent written skills including knowledge of how to make a convincing argument that is clear and considered
Good analytical skills, with the ability to draw conclusions from various data sources
Good verbal communication skills including the ability to communicate in one-to-one situations, group sessions and in public arenas
Excellent organisational skills including proven project and personal time management
Excellent IT skills including the use of Word, Excel etc
Highly motivated, with the ability to work on one’s own initiative or as part of a team
About Local Government Services
At Government Services, we’re transforming the way governments and local councils serve the public. We’re using technology, innovation and domain knowledge to improve services and deliver savings. Our teams are answering 30,000 emergency service calls every day and our Ultra Low Emissions Zone is helping Londoners breath cleaner air. Join us and discover better as you keep the country running smoothly.
What’s in it for you?
A competitive basic Salary
23 days’ holiday (rising to 27) with the opportunity to buy extra leave
The opportunity to take a paid day out of the office, volunteering for our charity partners or a cause of your choice
Company matched pension, life assurance, a cycle2work scheme, 15 weeks’ fully paid maternity, adoption and shared parental leave, paternity pay of two weeks…and plenty more
Voluntary benefits designed to suit your lifestyle – from discounts on retail and socialising, to health & wellbeing, travel and technology
Access to our Employee Network Groups, which represent every strand of diversity and allow colleagues to connect and learn from each other on an open, inclusive platform
You’ll get the chance to follow your chosen career path anywhere in Capita. You’ll be joining a network of 63,000 experienced, innovative and dedicated individuals across multiple disciplines and sectors. There are countless opportunities to learn new skills and develop in your career, and we’ll provide the support you need to do just that. Our purpose is to create a better outcome for you
