Senior, Economic Advisory (Vancouver)
About The Position
At EY Parthenon, you’ll have the chance to build a career as unique as you are, with the global scale, support, inclusive culture and technology to become the best version of you. EY has an established industry leading EY-Parthenon Practice. We help clients determine the right deal to do and then assist them in doing the deal right. We are a growing practice that has the resources to serve any client, anywhere in the world. With so many offerings, you will have the opportunity to develop your career in a friendly, collaborative environment through a broad scope of engagements, mentoring and formal learning. We develop outstanding leaders who team to deliver on our promises to all of our stakeholders, and in so doing, play a critical role in building a better working world for our people, for our clients and for our communities.
Requirements
- Undergraduate degree in economics, mathematics, statistics, or related field with a fundamental understanding in micro and macroeconomics, with an interest in industrial organization, international economics, and econometrics.
- Prior experience in economic consulting, data analytics, regional economic development, and economic research.
- Prior experience performing economic impact assessments, cost-benefit analysis, economic benchmarking, and policy and program design.
- Knowledge of basic economic principles, and the ability to conduct independent economic research and apply fundamental economic theory to clients’ issues.
- Knowledge of key macroeconomic trends and policy issues as well as the ability to conduct economic analyses related to these factors as required.
- Experience working with public data sources and analyzing economic indicators.
- Ability and flexibility to work alongside team members to ensure the timely completion of work deliverables, and manage time spent against budget.
- Excellent analytical, project management, multi-tasking, communication, organizational, teamwork and interpersonal skills.
- Strong written and verbal communication and presentation skills.
- Proficiency with MS Excel, Access, Word, and PowerPoint.
- Experience with computer programs and statistical languages such as STATA, R, Python, and/or MatLab.
Nice To Haves
- Talented professionals with the ability to visualize our clients’ goals and think creatively to facilitate them - often in politically charged environments.
- Entrepreneurial spirit, and a genuine passion for taking on new challenges.
Responsibilities
- Analyzing economic and financial data, market trends, and industry reports to help design, develop, and construct economic models and tools to assist government agencies, non-profits, and corporations across industries and global markets.
- Performing cost-benefit analyses, economic impact assessments, econometric modelling and forecasting, and policy analysis and program design across a range of different sectors.
- Supporting in assignments where econometric and statistical techniques are adopted to develop optimization tools, construct valuation and risk assessment models, quantify economic damages, and/or help businesses in their decision-making process.
- Serving as a member of multiple client engagement teams.
- Identifying issues and proposing solutions.
- Actively contributing to report writing and the development of financial and economic models.
- Demonstrating ability to listen to clients and address their needs.
- Developing positive, productive, and professional relationships with colleagues and clients.
- Demonstrating teamwork and responsibility towards engagement team members.
- Participating in commercial research and marketing efforts.
- Staying up to date on business and economic developments relevant to our clients’ businesses.
- Using current technology and tools to enhance the effectiveness of services provided.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation package
- Discretionary bonus program
- Comprehensive medical, prescription drug and dental coverage plan
- Defined contribution pension plan
- Great vacation policy
- Firm paid days that allow you to enjoy longer long weekends throughout the year
- Statutory holidays
- Paid personal days (based on province of residence)
- Range of exciting programs and benefits designed to support your physical, financial and social well-being
- Support and coaching from some of the most engaging colleagues in the industry
- Learning opportunities to develop new skills and progress your career
- The freedom and flexibility to handle your role in a way that’s right for you
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
