Principal - Economics

We’re hiring! 

As a result of recent continuing growth and a strong pipeline of exciting new projects, Ethos Urban is seeking experienced economics professionals of 4+ years’ experience to join our economics team as a Principal - Economics. 

We are also happy to take applications from people in a relevant allied economic role (such as within Government) with 7+ years' experience who are seeking to adjust their career path into economic consulting.

Our collaborative way of working is what makes us different. Our teams are multidisciplinary and fluid, so you will work on varied projects with a range of talented urban professionals – continuing to learn and share your insights for the best client outcomes. 

The role will suit a self-starter, lateral thinker, and someone with a passion for solving problems, particularly as it relates to the built-form environment.

If you are looking for a new challenge, we would love to hear from you. 

About Ethos Urban

Ethos Urban is a multi-disciplinary business that brings together planning, urban design, property economics, social strategy, community engagement and project management.

For over 25 years our people have worked in partnership with the public and private sectors to provide them with the momentum to realise their ambitions for better places, communities and cities.

The Ethos Urban Economics team is a leading consultancy in the economic analysis of people, places and spaces.  Our practical approach to urban and regional economic analysis is focused on providing private and public sector clients with robust advice that informs decision-making. 

We work with developers, investors, policy makers, businesses, peak bodies, Government departments and agencies, and many other entities seeking advice on how economics applies to their real-world issues.

We undertake a wide variety of assignments, from detailed land use analysis through to advice on the economic impact of major infrastructure projects (including renewable energy).

Our role

We are seeking candidates with an economics background who are strong lateral thinkers, with an ability to apply their skills to real-world land use and development issues.

The role will suit a talented professional seeking to advance a career in economic consulting within a dynamic team environment.

 The successful candidate will:  

• Develop a broad skillset through working side by side with economists, town planners, urban designers, social planners, and community & stakeholder engagement professionals.


• Have the opportunity to work across a diverse range of National / Sydney’s most complex urban projects – from conceptualisation through to approval and delivery.


• Work with and learn from some of the best economic and urban professionals in the business.


• Enjoy working with a wide variety of clients including major landowners, state and local government authorities and agencies, and corporate developers.


• Participate in all aspects of economics from proposal writing, research & analysis, preparation of advice and client liaison.


• Be part of a growing national business that offers an inclusive and supportive learning environment with new offices in the heart of the CBD.

 About you

Our ideal candidate is an individual who is passionate about economic research and its practical application, and can thrive in a fast-paced, highly collaborative environment.

The role can be tailored to suit those establishing within 4+ years of an economic consulting career looking for a fresh perspective through to those with 7+ years of experience in an allied economics position (such as within Government) looking to adjust their career path into a consulting role.

Our ideal candidate will be driven, proactive and results orientated with a focus on achieving the best results for our clients. The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate the following capabilities:

• A demonstrated commitment to working collaboratively in a team environment.


• A tertiary qualification in economics (highly preferred) or property, urban planning or related degree/discipline.


• A minimum 4+ years’ experience within an economic consulting role or 7+ years in a relevant allied economic role (such as within Government)


• Experience in researching, sourcing, manipulating and analysing statistical information as well as monitoring and reporting on spatial and economic trends.


• Technical understanding of the interrelationship between land use planning, economics and property.


• Strong research, analytical and problem-solving skills.


• Strong report writing skills.


• High level of verbal and written communication, including public presentation and stakeholder engagement skills.


• Effective planning & organising skills.


• Ability and willingness to travel on occasion in order to meet project and client needs (drivers licence essential).


• Adaptability & flexibility in working with, and across, teams and functions.


• A professional commitment to striving for excellence.


• Mentoring and leadership skills highly regarded.


• Experience with geographical information systems (GIS) highly regarded.


• Proven experience undertaking economic impact assessments for infrastructure projects (including renewable energy) and knowledge of how economics can support approvals pathways for major projects will also be very highly regarded

Why work with us?

We continue to hire great people with a diversity of skills, experience and backgrounds. This includes people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, people identifying as LGBTIQ+, culturally and linguistically diverse people, carers and other diversity groups. We encourage applicants from any background to apply to join Ethos Urban!

We back our people: We are proponents of flexible work, we provide generous leave provisions including purchased leave (up to 4 weeks annually in addition to your standard 4), 18 weeks paid parental leave regardless of your parental definition, paid study leave & access to transitional coaching. In addition, we cover your industry memberships, we provide an access to an array of great learning and personal development initiatives and incredible career pathways. For more please visit our website.

We have adopted the globally recognised United Nations Sustainable Development Goals as our ESG framework. The 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDG’s) is a clearly defined pathway to improving our world, and how business can align its goals and actions to help us all collectively get there. 

Why not take a moment to hear from some of our people why they think Ethos Urban such a great place to work https://www.yout-ube.com/watch?v=uE-IrFb43sY 

How to apply

Interested in joining our team? We’d love to hear from you. Click apply and send through a resume and cover letter.