Research Analyst (Economics and Finance) - July 2027

The Brattle Group•Boston, MA

17h•Onsite

About The Position

The Brattle Group is hiring Research Analysts to work from its Boston office, joining project teams alongside senior consultants and experts. Research Analysts apply economic, financial, and quantitative methods to legal, regulatory, and business challenges. They build financial, economic, and operational models using Excel and may develop data-based solutions with tools such as Python, R, SAS, Stata, and VBA. They conduct qualitative research, including financial statement and market analysis, literature reviews, and document examination, and write memos supporting insights and expert reports. They also help prepare expert reports and presentations and collaborate with colleagues at all levels to develop solutions for clients. In the Securities practice, work may involve valuing financial assets, intangible property, and securities; assessing internal controls and possible improper revenue recognition; tracing funds and reviewing financial statements to identify fraud patterns; examining trading activity and earnings for possible illegal conduct; evaluating bankruptcy and restructuring plans and creditor recoveries; and analyzing document and financial databases in fraud or money-laundering investigations. The role offers development in applied economics and finance. Research Analysts are paired with a peer-level colleague and a manager-level career advisor. By the end of the first year, analysts are expected to have learned to conduct basic research, build spreadsheets and models, and present findings clearly and concisely, with potential experience across industries and coding languages. Applications should include a cover letter, resume, and transcript(s); unofficial transcripts are accepted. Applicants are encouraged to apply using a school-issued email address. Applications are recommended by September 14, 2026, with a secondary deadline of November 1, 2026. The employer anticipates beginning active interview outreach on September 28, 2026. The position is for a July 2027 start. The anticipated base gross annual salary in Boston is $97,908, with a competitive benefits package and a bonus program for eligible roles based on individual and firm performance. Full-time candidates requiring visa support may receive H-1B, E3, and TN support if they have or anticipate a STEM degree upon graduation and are eligible for at least 36 months of work authorization.

Requirements

Undergraduate degree in a quantitative discipline such as finance, economics, business, accounting, or computer science.
Strong academic performance; successful applicants typically have a GPA of 3.7 or higher on a 4.0 scale.
Strong teamwork and leadership skills.
Intellectual curiosity and creativity in learning and approaching problems.
Ownership, commitment to high-quality work, and engagement in excellent client service.
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.

Responsibilities

Build financial, economic, and operational models, including valuation models and cost-of-capital estimates, using Excel.
Develop models and data-based solutions using programming languages such as Python, R, SAS, Stata, and VBA.
Conduct research, including financial statement and market analysis, literature reviews, and document examination.
Write memos that provide insights and support expert reports.
Assist with preparing expert reports and presentations so experts can explain complex economic and financial concepts in legal and regulatory contexts.
Collaborate with colleagues at all levels on project teams to develop robust and innovative client solutions.
In securities cases, assess financial assets, intangible property, and securities; review accounting controls and financial information; examine trading activities and earnings; evaluate restructuring plans and creditor recoveries; and analyze documents and financial data in investigations.