Economist I

GM Financial•Fort Worth, TX

11h•Hybrid

About The Position

The Economist I supports the Economic Risk and Residual Management team by assisting with data collection and maintenance of data-driven models, and producing research and analysis on economic, legal, and industry factors affecting portfolio performance and asset values. The role serves as a subject matter expert on the used vehicle market and contributes to monitoring and forecasting customer behavior, industry practices, and used vehicle prices. It also supports modeling efforts through knowledge of econometrics and economic and market data, and provides interpretations and analysis to inform business decisions. The Economist I summarizes findings, prepares polished presentations, interacts with internal clients and other departments, and communicates risk analysis and implications to leadership. The position applies analytical skills to data analysis, model development, and strategy testing to support executive decisions and company objectives.

Requirements

Master’s degree in Economics, Finance, Business, Statistics, Mathematics, or a similar field.
Ability to identify and understand business issues and translate them into quantitative questions.
Ability to work efficiently with large datasets.
Ability to design and implement model documentation and monitoring protocols.
Demonstrated understanding and experience with technical systems, rational datasets, data warehouses, and data analysis techniques.
Effective written and verbal presentation skills, including the ability to communicate with senior management.
Ability to collaborate with internal customers and external vendors.
Ability to manage multiple varied projects, coordinate and balance numerous tasks, and work in a time-sensitive environment under pressure.

Nice To Haves

Ability to use AI tools such as Microsoft Copilot to support daily work.
Skill in evaluating AI outputs for accuracy, compliance, and bias.
Experience integrating AI into workflows to improve efficiency or insights.
Familiarity with AI-assisted research, summarization, and content generation.
Understanding of responsible AI use, including ethics and data protection.

Responsibilities

Assist in analyzing key metrics and performing data analysis.
Support used vehicle market monitoring, including detailed analysis of residual value projections, monthly reporting, and ad hoc analysis.
Develop and maintain databases.
Assist the team in preparing residual value meetings.
Build technical knowledge to support research and analytical responsibilities.
Assist with ad hoc research projects, including project design, data collection and analysis, summarizing findings, developing recommendations, and communicating business impact to leadership.
Ensure delivered products meet the company's business needs.
Partner with business leadership and provide recommendations on applying economic analysis, market data, and predictive analytics to business strategies.
Effectively communicate risk analysis and implications to senior leadership.