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Senior Associate Economic and Financial Modelling Advisor - London Closing Date: 09/09/2025 Group: Economics and Analytics Group Management Level: Senior Associate Job Type: Permanent Job Description: Please note that this role will close at 00:01 on Tuesday 9 September, and therefore we advise getting your application in by no later than midnight on Monday 8 September. How to apply: Please send us your CV and a covering letter. The covering letter should be no more than one page and should explain what has motivated you to apply and how your skills and experience align with the requirements of the role. Please note that you are able to upload multiple documents at the point where you are asked to upload your CV. About Ofcom As the UK’s communications regulator, we’re delivering vital work that helps keep the UK connected and shapes the future of how we’ll stay connected with each other. Our work covers everything from phones and broadband, through to TV, radio, the postal service, and wireless devices. We’re also taking on the challenge of making the online world a safer place. And we need people of all backgrounds, skill sets, and experiences to help us achieve our goal of making communications work for everyone. About the team you’ll be part of Ofcom’s Economics and Analytics Group is a dynamic, international team of around 120 applied microeconomists, data analysts, behavioural economists and finance experts. As experts in evidence, we help Ofcom by providing thought leadership, technical and sector expertise, and the economic and financial insights to shape policy and decisions. Working within the Economics & Analytics Group, the Financial Analytics team provides financial advice and insight, forensic accounting, modelling expertise to projects across Ofcom. Our colleagues provide support on issues covering all the sectors we regulate (telecoms, post, broadcasting and online). The purpose and scope of the role As an Economic and Financial Modelling Advisor, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality economic and financial analysis to support Ofcom’s policy and regulatory functions. You will develop, review, and manage economic and financial models that inform key decisions across a range of sectors, including telecoms, broadcasting, radio spectrum, postal services, and online platforms. You will work closely with colleagues from multi-disciplinary teams, engage with external stakeholders, and ensure that Ofcom’s decisions are based on sound economic reasoning and robust financial evidence. The scope of the role includes but is not limited to: * Develop, implement, and maintain complex economic and financial models to analyse market dynamics, assess the impact of regulatory interventions, and forecast sectoral trends. * Conduct cost-benefit analysis, scenario modelling, and financial impact assessments for new and existing policies, regulatory measures, and market changes. * Provide economic insight and advice to support Ofcom’s regulatory projects, policy development, market reviews, and consultations. * Review, critique, and validate models and analyses submitted by industry stakeholders, consultants, or external parties. * Translate modelling outputs into clear, concise, and compelling recommendations for senior management, policymakers, and public consultation documents. * Ensure that models are underpinned by robust economic theory, up-to-date data, and industry best practice, and that assumptions are transparent and well-justified. * Present complex economic and financial findings to a variety of audiences, both internally and externally, tailoring communication style to technical and non-technical stakeholders. * Keep abreast of developments in economic and financial modelling, regulatory frameworks, and sector-specific issues relevant to Ofcom’s remit. * Support the strategic development of Ofcom’s modelling capability, contributing to the design and implementation of modelling standards, documentation, and quality assurance processes. * Mentor and support junior analysts and colleagues in developing their economic and financial modelling skills. At Ofcom, we value your well-being and provide an environment that fosters both personal and professional growth. Regardless of the area you work in, you will get the opportunity to: * Engage in diverse and stimulating projects across a broad range of markets. * Apply finance and economic modelling expertise to address challenging questions. * Make a real impact on society while achieving a healthy work-life balance. Your Key Responsibilities You will collaborate with vibrant teams of economists, data analysts, policy professionals, market researchers, technologists and lawyers on projects spanning various sectors. Your responsibilities will include: * Delivery of high-quality economic and financial analysis, ensuring accuracy, transparency, and relevance to regulatory objectives. * Effective project management, meeting deadlines and maintaining flexibility in response to shifting priorities. * Gathering and assessing robust data and evidence to support your analysis. * Producing clear and well-reasoned documents, including publications. * Communicating your work effectively in presentations, meetings and engaging with external stakeholders. * Collaborating with senior colleagues and multidisciplinary teams to deliver impactful outcomes The skills, knowledge and experience you’ll need for success Job-based skills * Proven experience in developing and applying economic and/or financial models, ideally within a regulatory, consultancy, or public policy environment. * Strong background in economic analysis, cost modelling, financial forecasting, or similar areas. * Familiarity with sectors regulated by Ofcom (telecommunications, broadcasting, spectrum management, postal services, digital platforms) is desirable. * Track record of translating complex quantitative analysis into actionable policy advice or business recommendations. * Experience in stakeholder engagement, including working with government, industry, or consumer organisations. * Proficiency in Excel and other modelling tools (e.g., R, Python, Stata, or similar). * Strong quantitative and analytical skills, with a keen attention to detail and a commitment to methodological rigour. * Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts to non-specialist audiences. * Ability to manage, analyse, and interpret large, complex datasets. * Sound understanding of economic theory, financial principles, and their practical application to real-world problems. * Knowledge of regulatory economics, competition policy, or utility regulation is advantageous. * Postgraduate degree in Economics, Finance, Mathematics, Statistics, or a related analytical discipline (or equivalent work experience). Grade-based skills * Articulating ideas: express your thoughts in a clear and concise manner, ensuring messages are understood by everyone. * Building solutions: identify and solve complex issues, using evidence-based methods to gather insights and develop solutions. * Harmonising work: work effectively with others, creating an honest team environment and sharing ideas and resources with multidisciplinary teams. Inclusivity Statement Ofcom has a clear mission: to make communications work for everyone. To be able to deliver on this, we want our organisation to reflect the diversity of background, experience, upbringing and thought that exists across the UK. We aim to recruit from the widest pool of candidates possible – no matter your social background, age, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender, or disability. We also warmly welcome applicants who are returning to the workforce after a break – for whatever reason. If you have taken time away and are ready to rejoin, we look forward to reviewing your application. Where positions are listed as full-time, we remain open to reduced hours, part-time arrangements, job shares, and other flexible working options. From day one, we champion flexible work arrangements to accommodate individual needs. You can read more about our ___ on our careers page. Our recruitment processes prioritise accessibility and inclusivity. If you need adjustments, information in an alternative format, or prefer to apply in a different way, please contact us at or call 0330 912 1378. As a Disability Confident Leader, we offer interviews to disabled applicants who meet essential criteria for advertised roles. Learn more about this scheme here.

We are looking for an experienced Senior Account Executives with a strong Journalistic/writing background and Account Managers , ideally from a Finance background. Our client has a strong journalist background with their CEO being a former journalist for The Economist, Euromoney, The Times etc, so they are looking for candidates to have an English/History/Philosophy degree (essentially a course that indicates you are a strong writer). The salaries for these roles range from Senior Account Executives £30K - £36K per annum and Account Managers £36K - £42K per annum. About the Company: Our client is a London-based Public Relations and Digital Marketing Consultancy dedicated to enhancing the reputation of their clients on the issues vital to their success. Founded in 2012, the company has a team of experienced communications professionals who offer a range of services including media relations, digital communications, content creation, crisis management, and stakeholder engagement. The company prides itself on its ability to provide bespoke solutions that are tailored to the specific needs of each client, taking a collaborative approach where clients are involved and informed throughout the process. Their clients range across fintech, property, healthcare, ESG and financial services. You will join a team of experts with a wealth of experience working with businesses of all sizes, from start-ups to large multinationals, and who are committed to delivering measurable results that help clients achieve their goals. The Role: The team has a focus on general media relations and corporate PR work. Your role will be varied and give you an in-depth introduction to the world of comms, PR and digital marketing. The general role will involve research, media data based management, supporting client teams on accounts, initial drafts of reports on activity and liaison with the media on forward features, special reports and surveys. Your responsibilities will include: Media relations pitching to media and looking to secure media opportunities for positive coverage for clients Client relations building trust and mutual respect across client accounts through regular meetings Content development drafting long and short form content, from opinion articles and blogs to social media posts, supporting SEO work for individual clients New business support helping with the research and development of proposals to potential new clients Social media monitoring for clients - running twitter feeds of clients, integrating and updating the online presence of their profiles, managing Social Media profiles and groups About You: You have a degree in areas such as Economics, Finance, Business, English, History, Communications/Media and Politics Have a relevant degree from a Russell Group University Sound understanding of financial and professional services industries Excellent writing skills from releases to succinct media content across all mediums Understanding of media, social and economic trends and their impact on client business Integrity in all aspects of work Ambition to rise rapidly through the firm The ability to work proactively and flexibly in a team structure A readiness to take the day-to-day lead in supporting the wider team with account activity Previous experience in business/finance/tech is desirable Things to Consider: Personality: excellent/hard working team player type, happy to work 3 days in the office, wants to work in a smaller growing company, looking for to have a voice in a company, want to help be part of our growth. If you meet someone that becomes a client, you earn 7.5% commission of whatever client pays per month for a year this goes for all levers from JAE-AsD. Growing the company: We have share option scheme that SC team members qualify for after a year with us, so if you show commitment etc, you could own a part of the company. Example of recent clients: Weve just started working with a big international ESG/eco client and a hotel thats known for his elite sports equipment, they have everyone from Manchester United to The Lionesses that train there (the latter stayed there for 3 months ahead of the world cup). Office: We have a roof top terrace, centrally based (next to Blackfriars, Temple and St Pauls) a private gym and a retro games room. End of March were moving two days to White City Soho House and Mondays 180 Strand, Soho House., so three days in the office and two days we work from home. The new office will have lots of benefits, dog friendly, free breakfast to name a few. Our Benefits: Private health and dental All team members are able to be added to private BUPA health and dental care policy once probation is completed. Professional development We are a member of the PRCA, whichoffers extensive training courses, which we allow team members to select and attend as along as it is within budget. Wellbeing All team members get awellbeingday off in addition to their holiday entitlement. Counselling support and other support services are available through our HR consultancy Peninsula. Early Fridays The last Friday of every month, we finish at 4.30 so weekends can start a little bit earlier. Socials We have monthly socials where we all go out for drinks, dinner, or some activity where we all take part, for instance going to Bounce, where we can all play table tennis. More recently we have had dinners at the Chiltern Firehouse, Soho Electric House in Notting Hill, the ME Hotels Radio Roof Bar and recently we spent an afternoon at the Four Seasons Hotel in Hampshire. We also had a team trip to our client the Burgh Island Hotel in Devon just before Christmas. Charity partner We represent a lot of exciting companies making a positive social impact and we want to make sure were matching that ethos as a team too. We have decided that, as a company, we will select a charity partner to support. Every team member is entitled to a time each year to commit to fundraising for that partner. The charity we have chosen to support is Mind. ESG/Sustainability Potentially we are looking at short ESG courses to help team members educate themselves on this increasingly critical area for the wider economy and our own sector. We have also introduced initiatives, such as planting trees for every new employee hired, to ensure that the company plays its part in the drive to protect our climate. New business We all have a part to play in new business anyone who introduces a prospect that becomes a client will receivecommission of7.5% of what that client pays for the year, per month . Discretionary bonus The companyoffers a discretionary bonus, based party on the performance of the business and partly on an individuals performance. Share options We do have a share optionsscheme and we assess annually who should beoffered options. A number have already been granted options and we hope to expand that pool. Assessment is based on being at the company for at least one year and on merit not on length of time. TPBN1_UKTJ

Client Roles At Peregrine, were proud to be recruiting on behalf of our clients. We are recruiting an exciting opportunity for a Principal Design Architect, responsible for designing and assuring complex, high-impact solutions that align with enterprise architecture standards and strategic business objectives. Client details: A technology-led organisation working at the intersection of energy and digital infrastructure. They deliver secure, large-scale solutions that support national initiatives and enable innovation across the energy sector. The Role: The Principal Design Architect is a senior technical leader operating across multiple projects or domains, the role combines deep technical expertise with strong stakeholder engagement skills to shape architecture outcomes from concept to delivery. The Principal Solution Architect provides governance, coaching, and quality assurance for solution designs developed by other architects, while also directly leading architecture for key programmes or cross-cutting initiatives. This role serves as a bridge between enterprise-level architectural strategy and project-level solution execution, ensuring consistency, scalability, and long-term maintainability across the technology landscape Responsibilities: Drive Improvements and Efficiencies in the Architecture Community Actively contribute to strengthening the architecture practice by promoting continuous improvement, sharing knowledge, and identifying ways to improve tooling, processes, and ways of working to increase the efficiency and impact of the architecture community. Define and Maintain End-to-End Architecture Strategy Own and evolve the overall architecture strategy to deliver cohesive, end-to-end solutions aligned to business and enterprise objectives. Shape Cross-Domain Solution Building Blocks Ensure the integration and alignment of domain-level building blocks into complete, reliable, and scalable end-to-end solutions. Solution Integration Assurance Provide oversight and assurance that multi-domain solutions are fully integrated, technically sound, and strategically aligned. Drive End-to-End Roadmap Development Work across domains and with suppliers to influence and align technology roadmaps to deliver fully integrated solutions. Architecture Governance Compliance Ensure all end-to-end solutions comply with architecture governance, principles, and design authorities. Standards Definition and Enforcement Define and champion cross-domain architectural standards, patterns, and best practices to ensure consistency and quality. Senior Stakeholder Engagement Act as a trusted advisor to senior business, delivery, and technology leaders, ensuring solutions meet end-to-end business needs. Cross-Domain Collaboration Lead collaboration across multiple domain architects to ensure solution coherence, performance, and operational integrity. Risk and Integration Management Identify, manage, and mitigate risks related to solution integration, interdependencies, and technical debt. Funding and Investment Support Provide holistic architectural input to investment cases, demonstrating how integrated solutions deliver business value. End-to-End Solution Leadership Lead architecture activities on major programmes, ensuring all contributing domains align to the overall solution architecture. Maintain end-to-end solution models and documentation to support delivery, assurance, and operational handover. Promote Architectural and Solution design Champion continuous improvement in architectural and solution design practices, promoting integrated ways of working across domains and solution building blocks. Regulatory and Compliance Alignment Ensure integrated solutions meet all regulatory, security, and compliance obligations across all domains. Industry and Market Awareness Stay informed of external trends, technologies, and regulatory developments to shape future integrated solution strategies. Requirements: Telecommunication Network Architecture Expertise- Deep knowhow of IP /MPLS, SDWAN, Radio access network, 3GPP standards and Core telecom network system Enterprise and Solution Architecture Expertise Deep understanding of architecture principles and frameworks (e.g. TOGAF), with the ability to design scalable, resilient, and maintainable solutions. Systems Integration Proficient in integrating diverse systems using APIs, middleware, messaging, and data transformation patterns across cloud and on-premises platforms with architecture experience of integration of OSS/BSS and customer interfaces. Cloud and Modern Infrastructure Architecture Skilled in solutions on public cloud platforms (e.g. AWS, Azure, GCP), including use of containers, serverless, and hybrid cloud strategies. Stakeholder Engagement and Influence Strong interpersonal and communication skills to engage effectively with business leaders, delivery teams, and external partners to gain buy-in and drive outcomes. Business Continuity and Resilience Design Competence in designing solutions that ensure availability, disaster recovery, and continuity of service, aligned with business-critical requirements. Decision-Making and Trade-off Analysis Expertise in balancing cost, performance, technical debt, and time-to-market to make sound architectural decisions. Security and Compliance by Design Knowledge of secure architecture practices and regulatory requirements, ensuring solutions protect sensitive data and meet compliance standards (e.g. GDPR, ISO 27001). Leadership and Mentoring Experience leading architecture teams, guiding junior architects, and building architectural maturity across delivery functions. Business and Commercial Acumen Ability to align technical solutions with business goals, understanding commercial drivers, and enabling value through architecture. Company Benefits: You will have access to a range of benefits which you can choose from to create a personalised plan unique to your lifestyle. These include 20% bonus and 10% car allowance. If there are any questions youd like to ask before applying, please contact . TPBN1_UKTJ