Senior Labor Economy Specialist

SHRM•Alexandria, VA

23h•Hybrid

About The Position

The Senior Labor Economy Specialist conducts economic research, analyzes complex datasets, and develops actionable insights on labor market trends, workforce dynamics, and economic policy. The role applies advanced quantitative and statistical methods to evaluate economic conditions, identify emerging trends, and produce research that informs organizational strategies, policy discussions, and business decisions. The Specialist leads and contributes to research projects and develops reports, whitepapers, data visualizations, and presentations. They translate complex economic findings into clear insights for internal and external audiences and collaborate across SHRM as a labor economics subject matter expert, providing timely analysis and research-based recommendations to support organizational initiatives and thought leadership. The position follows a hybrid schedule: Tuesday through Thursday in the office and Monday and Friday remote. Employees must be available during standard business hours, with core hours beginning between 8:00–9:00 a.m. and concluding between 5:00–6:00 p.m. local time. Occasional travel of 0–10% is required. The hiring range is $90,000–$112,000 per year; actual salary may vary based on experience, skills, and qualifications.

Requirements

Master’s degree in economics or quantitative social science.
Eight or more years of post-graduate experience working in a fast-paced environment requiring a wide variety of research output, from quick-turn economic analysis to full-scale research reports.
Strong analytical skills and attention to detail, including the ability to manipulate and analyze large datasets.
Expert-level proficiency in Stata.
High proficiency in Microsoft Office tools, especially Excel.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate complex ideas effectively to diverse audiences.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively, managing multiple tasks and deadlines.
Ability to lead research projects.
Ability to effectively leverage artificial intelligence tools and technologies to streamline workflows, enhance productivity, and improve work quality.

Nice To Haves

Ph.D.
Significant experience managing research projects.
Experience with other statistical software packages, such as R or SPSS.
Eagerness to learn and grow in a fast-paced, intellectually stimulating environment.

Responsibilities

Conduct research on a wide range of issues in labor economics.
Collect and analyze data from sources including government datasets, surveys, and academic literature.
Prepare charts, graphs, and other visualizations to illustrate key findings and trends.
Author research reports, whitepapers, and presentations for internal and external audiences.
Collaboratively develop and lead projects and initiatives within the Labor Economics team.
Serve as a subject matter expert on economic issues across the organization.
Provide quick-turn analysis and economic insights to organizational partners.
Stay current on economic trends, policy developments, and industry news to inform research activities and discussions.