Associate - Competition Economics

Overview 

A global consulting firm is seeking an Associate – Competition Economics to join its London office.

The Associate position is a junior consulting staff position open to Masters students and graduates. This position requires you to be a highly motivated individual with strong problem solving capabilities.

The work of an Associate can be either qualitative or quantitative in nature, and projects range from industry and subject-matter research to data collection to the preparation of statistical, financial, and other forms of analysis.  You will be working on live competition matters from day 1 and get exposure to a range of regulatory, litigation and M&A work.

Key Responsibilities

Build expertise through training: From the start, you will benefit from a comprehensive onboarding and training program to equip you with the tools needed for a smooth transition into project work

• Tackle real-world problems: Use  theory and industry insights to help solve complex issues faced by our clients.
• Work with data that matters: Analyze real client datasets using advanced   tools   and   statistical   techniques   to   extract   meaningful insights.
• Analysis and Design: Construct models based on
• Economic theory and industry-specific considerations to provide clear answers to complex questions.
• Explore current trends and debates: Conduct research into the latest industry developments and academic literature to support client
• work and stay ahead of emerging issues.
• Collaborate in a team setting: Work closely with your team to contribute to project success.
• Continued training: As an Associate you will join a global training programme and have the chance to meet colleagues from across the globe.  As part of this role the will financially contribute to your professional and career development
• Take part in the office’s daily life: Join team-building events, sports sessions,  and other  social  activities that enrich your experience

Skills, Knowledge & Experience

• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills
• The ability to solve problems, think through complex issues and to
• present logical analysis in a clear, concise manner
• Collaborative working skills
• A high level of enthusiasm and proactivity
• Attention to detail
• The ability to produce high-quality work under tight timelines
• A willingness to take ownership of work
• A record of outstanding academic performance and degree in Economics is preferred
• You will be either completing or have completed a Masters in Economics.