Senior Economist - Melbourne

About Us Veris is a market leading national survey, spatial and planning business. With over 450 professionals working across Australia, Veris combines innovative technologies with some of Australia’s best spatial experience to deliver an integrated approach to the full project life cycle, from initial planning and feasibility through to construction and beyond. About the Opportunity This role involves working closely with the Planning & Design teams within Consulting & Advisory (Melbourne) across a range of projects including strategic land use strategies, structure plans, infrastructure plans, complex development applications, affordable housing strategies, and land capability assessments. Key Responsibilities
- Undertake retail, commercial, industrial, and residential demand modelling to inform a range of strategic projects.
- Develop economic development strategies and input into structure plans, housing strategies, and land‑use strategies.
- Assist with infrastructure planning implementation advice for DCPs/ICPs through the preparation of cashflows, scenario testing and value capture analysis.
- Prepare economic impact assessments and cost‑benefit analyses associated with land use change.
- Liaise with clients including government agencies, private developers, and councils across a range of projects to communicate key findings and implications. About You You will offer the below key skills & qualifications:
- Education: Tertiary qualifications in economics, property, urban planning, or related disciplines.
- Experience: Demonstrated experience (5+ years) in consulting urban economics.
- Technical Skills: Proficiency in MS Excel modelling and data visualization, and spatial mapping tools (e.g., GIS).
- Communication: Robust report writing and presentation skills for presenting to councillors, developers, and community stakeholders.
- Commercial Acumen: Understanding of property markets and investment drivers. Our Culture We are an Equal Opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, cultural background, ethnicity, national origin, ability/disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, spirituality or religion and encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds, communities and industries. We respect and honour Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Elders past, present and future. We acknowledge the stories, traditions and living cultures of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples on this land and commit to building a brighter future together. Unlock job insights
- Flexible ways of working
- Discounts
- Work with leading‑edge technology
- Career Development
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