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Yasmin Sooby

@yasminsooby

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Enthusiastic researcher and lecturer with expertise in economics.

United Kingdom

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What I'm looking for

I seek a role that values collaboration and innovation, allowing me to leverage my research and teaching skills.

I am an enthusiastic researcher and lecturer with extensive experience in the public sector, focusing on economics. My journey has led me to conduct qualitative research on the role of private businesses in the public sector, and I have spent five years lecturing in higher education. After taking time off to raise my children, I am eager to return to the workforce and contribute my skills and knowledge.

In my recent role as an Economics Research Advisor at LNG2020, I provide economic advice to a consultancy primarily composed of scientists. My ability to communicate complex economic concepts effectively has been crucial in influencing decision-making. Additionally, as a founding Director of EASE, I have developed fundraising strategies and organized community events, showcasing my leadership and organizational skills.

My academic background includes a PhD in Economics from the University of Birmingham, where I explored Public Finance Initiative contracts in infrastructure projects. I am passionate about applying my research skills to real-world challenges and am committed to fostering a collaborative and innovative work environment.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Director

Current

EASE

Jan 2024 - Present (1 year 6 months)

Co-founded and served as a Director for EASE, an epilepsy awareness and support community interest company. Responsible for company setup administration, drafting governance documentation, and developing fundraising strategies. Organized events for the epileptic community.

Governance Funding Strategies Community Engagement

Current

Economics Research Advisor

Current

LNG2020

Jan 2015 - Present (10 years 6 months)

Provided economic advice to a Liquid Natural Gas (LNG) consultancy, communicating complex economic concepts to a scientific leadership team to influence decision-making. Researched key topics, analyzed emerging policy impacts on LNG businesses, and prepared detailed briefings for leadership.

Communication

Analytical Advisor

National Infrastructure Commission

Jan 2021 - Dec 2022 (1 year 11 months)

Supported policy development teams as a researcher, advising on research question formulation and literature searches using bibliographic databases. Contributed to a report on managing uncertainty in various sectors for the National Infrastructure Assessment Report 2. Researched and produced a rapid evidence review on the circular economy, including macroeconomic implications and adopted policies

Research Methodology literature review

Lecturer

Kaplan College

Jan 2011 - Dec 2015 (4 years 11 months)

Taught undergraduate and foundation degree modules in Macroeconomics, Microeconomics, and Strategic Management for various universities. Developed comprehensive lecture materials for multiple courses on short notice and consistently increased student pass rates. Designed exam papers and marking schemes, and assessed hundreds of exam scripts within tight deadlines, passing all external audits.

Curriculum Development Teaching

PhD Student

University of Birmingham

Jan 2011 - Dec 2020 (9 years 11 months)

Conducted a part-time PhD thesis on Public Finance Initiative (PFI) contracts in UK infrastructure projects, reviewing external factors, contract design, and management. Applied new research techniques and performed 27 interviews for comparative analysis of operational performance. Completed the PhD on time with minor corrections, demonstrating strong time management skills.

Qualitative Research Data Analysis Time Management

Lecturer

London Business Academy

Jan 2010 - Dec 2011 (1 year 11 months)

Curriculum Development Teaching

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

London South Bank University

Post Graduate Certificate, Higher Education

Completed a Post Graduate Certificate in Higher Education.

University of Cambridge

BA, Economics

Completed a Bachelor of Arts in Economics. Modules included Macroeconomics, Microeconomics, Labour Market Economics, Development Economics, Econometrics, and Politics.

City of London School for Girls

A levels, Economics, History, Maths

Grade: All A grade

Completed A levels at City of London School for Girls. Subjects included Economics, History, and Maths.

Cass Business School

MSc, Management

Studied a Master of Science in Management. Modules included Accounting and Finance, Principles of Marketing and Strategy, Auditing, Quantitative Methods for Business, Organisational Behaviour and Human Resource Management, and Advanced Strategic Analysis.

University of Birmingham

PhD, Economics

Grade: Minor corrections in viva

Activities and societies: Completed the PhD part time, while also getting married and starting a family. This required strong time management skills and commitment.

Thesis discussed the lessons that can be learnt from the UK experience of using Public Finance Initiative (PFI) contracts in infrastructure projects. Conducted a PhD that reviewed a wide range of external factors and both the design and management of contracts, applying new research techniques to the field. Delivered a PhD which included extensive literature review on PFI contracts, then included