Research Analyst (Economics and Finance) - July 2027

The Brattle Group • New York, NY

10h • Onsite

About The Position

The Brattle Group is seeking Research Analysts (RAs) to join their New York office. This role is within a leading global economic and litigation consulting firm that provides expert analysis and testimony for legal disputes, regulatory proceedings, and business strategy. RAs will collaborate with senior consultants and experts, applying economic, financial, and analytical expertise to solve complex problems and offer strategic insights. The firm bridges economic theory and real-world application, assisting clients in areas like corporate finance, energy, competition, and regulatory economics. Economic consulting itself involves using finance and economic theories, quantitative methods, and data analysis to address legal and business challenges, influencing major decisions worldwide.

Requirements

• Undergraduate degree in a quantitative discipline (e.g., finance, economics, business, accounting, computer science) with strong academic performance (GPA of 3.7 or higher recommended).
• Great teamwork and leadership skills.
• Intellectual curiosity and creativity.
• A high degree of ownership and commitment.
• General finance knowledge, familiarity with financial concepts and interest in learning more.
• Ability to apply quantitative analysis and economic thinking to real-world cases during the interview process.

Nice To Haves

• Have completed a significant, self-defined project using quantitative analysis and economic principles.

Responsibilities

• Build financial, economic, and operational models using Excel (e.g., valuation models, estimating cost of capital).
• Potentially build models and create innovative data-based solutions using programming languages like Python, R, SAS, Stata, and VBA.
• Conduct comprehensive research, including financial statements, market analysis, literature reviews, document examination, and writing memos.
• Assist in preparing expert reports and presentations to help experts present complex economic and financial concepts clearly.
• Work closely with colleagues at all levels, contributing to the development of robust and innovative solutions.

Benefits

• Competitive benefits package
• Base salary
• Bonus program for eligible roles
• H-1B, E3 and TN visa support for full-time candidates requiring visa support (must have or anticipate having a STEM degree and be eligible for at least 36 months of work authorization).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level