Research Analyst (Economics and Finance) - July 2027

The Brattle Group • Boston, MA

11h • Onsite

About The Position

The Brattle Group is a leading global economic and litigation consulting firm seeking Research Analysts (RAs) to work out of its Boston office. RAs will be integral to project teams, collaborating with senior consultants and experts to apply economic, financial, and analytical expertise to solve complex problems and provide strategic insights for clients. The firm bridges the gap between economic theory and real-world application, assisting clients in areas such as corporate finance, energy, competition, and regulatory economics. Economic consulting involves using finance and economic theories, quantitative methods, and data analysis to address legal and business challenges, influencing major decisions in legal cases and business strategies 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

• 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).
• Build models and create innovative data-based solutions for clients 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 to provide insights and support expert reports.
• Assist in preparing expert reports and presentations, helping experts present complex economic and financial concepts clearly in legal and regulatory contexts.
• Work closely with colleagues at all levels, contributing to the development of robust and innovative solutions for clients.

Benefits

• Competitive benefits package
• Base salary
• Bonus program for eligible roles based on individual and firm performance
• 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