Head of Climate Research

1 month ago

London, United Kingdom Oxford Economics Full time

Oxford Economics, a leading global economic research and consultancy firm, is looking for a Head of Climate Research to join our expanding Climate Modelling and Scenarios team based in both Oxford and London. The successful candidate will be expected to independently develop ideas and act as the lead author of climate research reports for Oxford Economics’ (OE) Global Climate Service (GCS).

You will need to be up-to-date with the latest climate policy, literature and regulatory research to be able to provide insightful and digestible analysis for a wide range of clients. The research briefings will evaluate the macroeconomic impacts of a broad range of topics including: carbon pricing, international green growth policies, energy efficiency, renewable and nuclear energy. The findings of this research will inform the assumptions and Global Economic Model equations that sit behind OE’s GCS climate scenarios. In addition, the position will involve contributing and overseeing climate change related consultancy projects.

You will need to be a strong writer and a confident presenter who enjoys pitching macroeconomic views to clients.

Key Responsibilities

  • Identify key topics in the climate policy space that will be of most interest to our Global Climate Service clients using quantitative and qualitative approaches;
  • Produce regular research notes (3-4 pages) on the macroeconomics of climate change mitigation;
  • Thematic research and econometric analysis will be published in short research papers (4-6 pages) produced quarterly with the potential to combine these briefings into longer White Papers;
  • Support business development in growing the sales of our new Global Climate Service;
  • Interacting with clients/prospects, presenting at client events and conferences; and
  • Oversee and contribute to climate change related consultancy projects.


Skills & Experience

The profile, orientation and skills that you will bring to the team include:

  • First-rate academic training with a BA/ BSc and a Master’s or PhD in economics, environmental science or a related field, preferably with post-graduate degree;
  • A minimum of 5 years’ experience focusing on climate economics or research, with a focus on developing macroeconomic ideas and themes;
  • Ideal candidates would have additional experience in macroeconomic consultancy, overseeing projects and competitive bid writing; and
  • Strong track record in developing client relationships and excellent presentation skills.


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, colour, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by local government laws.


About Oxford Economics

Oxford Economics was founded in 1981 as a commercial venture with Oxford University’s business college to provide economic forecasting and modelling to UK companies and financial institutions expanding abroad. Since then, we have become one of the world’s foremost independent global advisory firms, providing reports, forecasts, and analytical tools on 200 countries, 100 industrial sectors and over 4,000 cities. Our best-of-class global economic and industry models and analytical tools give us an unparalleled ability to forecast external market trends and assess their economic, social and business impact.


Headquartered in Oxford, England, with regional centres in London, New York, and Singapore, Oxford Economics has 24 offices across the globe. We employ more than 400 professional economists, industry experts and business editors—one of the largest teams of macroeconomists and thought leadership specialists. Our global team is highly skilled in a full range of research techniques and thought leadership capabilities, from econometric modelling, scenario framing, and economic impact analysis to market surveys, case studies, expert panels, and web analytics.


Oxford Economics is a key adviser to corporate, financial and government decision-makers and thought leaders. Our worldwide client base now comprises over 1500 international organisations, including leading multinational companies and financial institutions; key government bodies and trade associations; and top universities, consultancies, and think tanks.

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