Managing Economist (AEA 2027)

About the Role

BRG is seeking Economists, Financial Economists, and Econometricians motivated to address complex applied economics questions. As a Managing Economist in BRG’s Economics, Disputes, and Investigations practice, you will work alongside leading economists, academics, industry specialists, and data professionals to apply economic theory, empirical research, and rigorous analysis to complex real-world matters.

Key Responsibilities

• Designing economic, statistical, and financial analyses.
• Developing models of financial data and markets.
• Managing client relationships and developing and presenting client deliverables.
• Managing and mentoring junior staff.
• Conducting quality control and industry research and contributing to business development.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• A PhD in economics from a reputable university, with a research focus in empirical industrial organization, applied economics, microeconomics, econometrics, finance, or labor economics.
• Experience applying econometric modeling techniques.
• Prior internship or work experience in antitrust, securities, financial economics, or capital markets is preferred.
• A strong interest in economic, statistical, or financial analysis and research.
• Experience using artificial intelligence tools to support research, data analysis, modeling, or other analytical workflows.
• A strong record of technical expertise demonstrated through authored publications or research.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and analytical or relational database software, such as Stata, R, or Microsoft SQL, and a desire to expand those capabilities.
• Excellent communication, critical thinking, analytical, and leadership skills.
• A highly motivated problem solver with strong analytical abilities, excellent organizational and writing skills, and a desire to collaborate as an integral member of project teams.
• Prior experience or a strong interest in litigation or economic consulting.
• Candidates must expect to complete their PhD by spring 2027 or earlier.

Qualifications

PhD in economics

Research focus in empirical industrial organization, applied economics, microeconomics, econometrics, finance, or labor economics

Experience applying econometric modeling techniques

Prior internship or work experience in antitrust, securities, financial economics, or capital markets preferred

Strong interest in economic, statistical, or financial analysis and research

Experience using AI tools for research, data analysis, modeling, or other analytical workflows

Strong record of technical expertise (authored publications or research)

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Proficiency in analytical or relational database software (e.g., Stata, R, Microsoft SQL)

Excellent communication skills

Excellent critical thinking skills

Excellent analytical skills

Excellent leadership skills

BRG combines world-leading academic credentials with world-tested business expertise and purpose-built emerging technologies. Our culture centers on agility and connectivity. Our professionals include specialist consultants, industry experts, renowned academics, and leading-edge data scientists.

Compensation & Benefits

Base salary: $240,000 - $260,000 (depending on qualifications, skills, and relevant experience)

Eligibility for signing bonus and annual performance bonuses

Clear path for career growth and advancement