[2027 Master's graduates] Consulting Associate (European Competition practice)

The role

Consulting Associates work on project teams with senior consultants and experts on competition cases. They provide conceptual and practice input by conducting economic analyses and building models.

What you will do

• Identify potential issues and conduct analyses to illustrate economic arguments
• Assemble evidence from data and research to support expert opinions
• Program, build models and perform regression analyses in statistical programs
• Assist in the development and presentation of client deliverables
• Interact with clients and communicate economic concepts to non-experts
• Ensure the integrity and accuracy of analyses and opinions
• Participate in practice-building activities

Required qualifications

• First degree in economics
• Postgraduate qualification (MSc/MPhil) in economics from well-regarded institutions
• Graduating between December 2026 and August 2027
• High degree of numeracy and comfort with data manipulation
• Effective oral and written communication skills
• Eagerness to learn new skills and programming languages
• Demonstrated high level of initiative and leadership
• Strong teamwork and collaboration capabilities
• Excellent time management and task prioritisation skills
• Clear and demonstrated interest in consulting through coursework, work experience, activities, or attendance at CRA recruiting events

Nice to have

• Specialism in industrial economics
• Familiarity with econometric techniques

Benefits

• Skills development programs including 100 hours of training annually
• Technical training, presentation skills, internal seminars, career mentoring and performance coaching
• Leadership and collaboration opportunities
• Comprehensive total rewards program
• Superior benefits package
• Wellness programming for physical, mental, emotional and financial well-being
• In-house immigration support for foreign nationals and international business travelers

Before you apply

• Submit CV/Resume including current address, personal email and telephone number
• Submit a covering letter describing interest in the European Competition practice and role match
• Submit academic results from all relevant degrees
• Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis

About the company

Charles River Associates is a leading global consulting firm that offers economic, financial, and strategic expertise to major law firms, corporations, and governments. The European Competition practice specialises in providing economic advice on matters of competition policy and regulation.