Principal (Labor & Employment practice)

The role

Principals manage client relationships and project teams within the Labor and Employment practice. They design and direct advanced empirical and strategic analyses to support litigation disputes and employment practices.

What you will do

• Design, perform and direct advanced empirical, theoretical and strategic analyses
• Develop and actively share differentiated technical expertise
• Create error-free client deliverables that integrate insights
• Own and manage projects, communicating objectives, expectations and delegating work to teams
• Contribute expertise to thought leadership through external networking and industry trade groups
• Proactively initiate, nurture and grow client relationships
• Manage and develop teams with respect and integrity
• Assume a leadership role in practice development activities
• Identify and secure project revenue opportunities

Required qualifications

• PhD in Economics, Statistics, Mathematics, Finance, Business Economics, Engineering or related quantitative discipline, with 5-10+ years of relevant work experience
• OR a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Economics, Statistics, Mathematics, Finance, Business Economics, Engineering or related quantitative discipline, with 8-11 years of relevant work experience in ec
• Solid working knowledge of statistical methods, regression analysis, and economic methodologies
• Command of a broad range of research and quantitative analysis skills
• Strong computer programming and data analysis skills
• Exceptional written and oral communication skills
• Demonstrated high level of initiative and leadership
• Strong team development and collaboration capabilities

Nice to have

• Consulting experience preferred
• Proficiency in STATA is a plus

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer match
• Life and disability insurance
• Paid time off (vacation, sick leave, holidays)
• Paid parental leave
• Wellness programs and employee assistance resources
• Commuter benefits
• In-house immigration support for foreign nationals and international business travelers
• Skills development programs and annual training

Before you apply

• Include resume with current address, personal email and telephone number
• Include cover letter describing interest in CRA and how the role matches goals

About the company

Charles River Associates is a leading global consulting firm that provides economic, financial, and business management expertise to major law firms, corporations and governments around the world.