The Consulting Associate at Charles River Associates is an entry-level role involving economic analysis, data collection, and modeling to support high-profile competition law cases in Europe, working closely with senior experts and communicating complex concepts to clients.
Key Responsibilities
Conduct analyses and collect evidence from data and research to support expert opinions and business recommendations
Perform regression analyses using statistical analysis programs such as Stata, Python, or R
Build economic models tailored to specific issues and support expert opinions
Assist in developing and presenting client deliverables, including expert reports and white papers
Interact with clients and communicate complex economic concepts clearly and accessibly
Ensure the accuracy and integrity of analyses and opinions
Participate in practice-building activities such as training, recruiting, and publication
Requirements
Master of Economics from a well-regarded institution, with a strong foundation in microeconomics, preferably with a specialisation in industrial economics and or econometrics
Fluency in English; other language skills are considered an asset
At least 6 months of relevant work experience within economic consulting or with a competition authority
High degree of numeracy, ability to analyse data, familiarity with econometric techniques
Exceptional written and oral communication skills
Strong teamwork and collaboration capabilities
Excellent time management and task prioritization skills
Clear and demonstrated interest in economic consulting through coursework, work experience, or activities
Ability to conduct analyses and collect evidence from data and research that support expert opinions and business recommendations
Ability to perform regression analyses in statistical analysis programs such as Stata, Python, R, including large data projects requiring the use of cloud computing
Ability to build economic models tailored to the issues at hand and supporting expert opinions and business recommendations
Ability to assist in the development and presentation of client deliverables, including expert reports and white papers
Ability to interact with clients and communicate complicated economic concepts and arguments to non-experts in an understandable, accessible manner
Ability to ensure the integrity and accuracy of analyses and opinions
Benefits & Perks
Compensation/salary range (not specified)
Work schedule flexibility with 3 to 4 days in the office per week, with options for remote work during certain times of the year
Work environment perks including career growth, mentorship, and inclusivity
Opportunities to work on high-profile and significant competition cases in Europe
Interaction with senior consultants, scholars, and industry experts
Participation in practice-building activities such as training, recruiting, publication, and expertise sharing
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