Associate, PhD - Finance Focus (2027)

The Brattle Group•Columbia, WA

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About The Position

Associates at The Brattle Group work in teams on challenging, high-profile projects in a collegial, academically oriented environment. They apply finance and economic theory and practice to litigation, corporate strategy, regulatory, and public policy issues for clients. Associates are central members of project teams and are responsible for framing research approaches, managing projects, and supervising team members and staff while building individual expertise. With hands-on project experience, they become increasingly involved in developing client relationships and in marketing and business development. Brattle provides Associates with formal and informal training and development opportunities, and many develop into Principals and testifying experts. The role focuses on finance and is intended for candidates with a PhD in Finance, Financial Economics, or a related field and a strong quantitative foundation. The anticipated base gross salary in Washington, D.C. is $230,000 annually; actual salary depends on experience and training. The position offers a competitive benefits package, base salary, and bonus program for eligible roles based on individual and firm performance.

Requirements

PhD in Finance, Financial Economics, or a related field, with a strong foundation in quantitative analysis.
Intellectual curiosity.
Excellent analytic and quantitative skills, including proficiency with analytical or 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 Haves

Experience in computer science, data analysis, blockchain, or cryptocurrency markets; alternatively, a background in economics or finance with experience in oil and gas, pipelines, regulatory matters, or litigation.
Pre- or postgraduate work experience in a related discipline, preferably in finance, government, a related industry, or consulting.

Responsibilities

Apply finance and economic theory and practice to high-profile litigation, corporate strategy, regulation, and public policy issues.
Frame research approaches for project work.
Manage projects and supervise team members and staff.
Build individual expertise through hands-on project experience.
Develop client relationships and participate in marketing and business development efforts.