Research Analyst (Economics and Finance) - July 2027
About The Position
The Brattle Group is seeking Research Analysts (RAs) to join their Washington DC office. This role is integral to project teams, involving collaboration with senior consultants and experts to provide expert analysis and testimony in legal disputes, regulatory proceedings, and business strategy. The firm focuses on applying economic, financial, and analytical expertise to solve complex problems and offer strategic insights, bridging economic theory with real-world application in areas like corporate finance, energy, competition, and regulatory economics. Economic consulting utilizes economic and finance theories, quantitative methods, and data analysis to address legal and business challenges, influencing major decisions worldwide.
Requirements
- An undergraduate degree in a quantitative discipline (e.g., economics, business, finance, mathematics) 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.
- Completion of a significant, self-defined project using quantitative analysis and economic principles.
- Ability to apply quantitative analysis and economic thinking to real-world cases during the interview process.
- Full-time candidates requiring visa support must have or anticipate having a STEM degree upon graduation and must be eligible for at least 36 months of work authorization.
Responsibilities
- Build economic, financial, and operational models using Excel (e.g., valuation models, estimating cost of capital).
- Create innovative data-based solutions for clients using programming languages such as R, Python, Stata, SAS, and VBA (e.g., conducting statistical and econometric analysis).
- Conduct comprehensive research, including 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 to full-time candidates who require visa support.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
