Associate, PhD - Economics Focus (2027)

The role

Associates apply finance and economic theory to litigation, corporate strategy, regulation, and public policy issues. They frame research approaches, manage projects, and supervise staff.

What you will do

• Frame research approaches
• Manage projects
• Supervise team and staff
• Develop client relationships
• Participate in marketing and business development efforts

Required qualifications

• PhD in Economics or related field
• Strong foundation in quantitative analysis
• Excellent analytic and quantitative skills
• Proficiency with analytical/statistical software such as STATA, R, and Excel
• Practical problem-solving abilities
• Entrepreneurial drive
• Excellent relationship building skills
• Demonstrated proficiency in written and oral communications
• Desire to work in a collaborative team environment
• Demonstrated record of outstanding academic and/or professional accomplishment

Nice to have

• Pre- or postgraduate work experience in a related discipline (preferably in finance, government, related industry, or consulting)

Benefits

• Competitive benefits package
• Base salary
• Bonus program for eligible roles

Before you apply

• Submit a cover letter describing interest in economic consulting and stating location preference
• Submit a CV/resume
• Submit a writing sample/research paper
• If a recent graduate, send 2-3 references or letters of recommendation to recruiting@brattle.com

About the company

The Brattle Group answers complex economic, finance, and regulatory questions for corporations, law firms, and governments around the world. The firm has 500 professionals across North America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific.