Senior Expert - Tech & Innovation Thought Leadership

<div class="content-intro"><p><strong>Who we are</strong></p> <p></p> <p class="isSelectedEnd">Since 1843, The Economist Group has championed independence, excellence and openness, helping people understand and tackle the critical challenges shaping the world. Today, we are building on that legacy as a global media and information-services company powered by digital innovation, analytical rigour and evidence-based insight.</p> <p class="isSelectedEnd">Across our three businesses -<em>The Economist, Economist Enterprise and Economist Education</em> - we deliver trusted analysis and insights to individuals and organisations in more than 170 countries. United by a shared purpose to drive progress, we empower decision-makers to make sense of change and chart a course through an increasingly complex world.</p> <p>As a colleague, you will be part of a culture that values ideas, encourages ownership and holds itself to high standards. We invest in people who are curious, thoughtful and adaptable, whether they are launching new products, reporting on global events or harnessing emerging technologies such as AI to improve how we work. Here, fresh thinking is taken seriously, ambition is matched by integrity, and great work is recognised. Working across disciplines, geographies and perspectives, we are united by a commitment to innovation, excellence and creating meaningful impact.</p> <p></p></div><h2><strong>Role overview</strong></h2> <p>Economist Enterprise is the B2B division of The Economist Group. We help organisations understand global economic, geopolitical and technological change, make better strategic decisions and reach influential audiences through Information Services and Media Solutions. Grounded in The Economist Group’s values of independence, integrity and progress, Economist Enterprise brings together rigorous analysis, trusted insight and powerful channels of engagement to help leaders act with confidence in a volatile world.</p> <p>The role of Senior Expert, Tech &amp; Innovation plays an important part in shaping and delivering Economist Enterprise’s work across both:</p> <ul> <li>Information Services, particularly EIU’s subscription-facing analysis and forecasting; and</li> <li>Media Solutions, particularly sponsored thought leadership, research, content and initiatives in Technology &amp; Innovation.</li> </ul> <p>This role sits within the Global Head, Tech &amp; Innovation team, reporting to the Global Head, Tech &amp; Innovation, and has a strong global mandate. The Senior Expert will help design and deliver high-quality research, analysis and thought leadership on the technologies and innovation systems transforming economies, industries and societies, with a particular focus on artificial