Senior Economist - Macroeconomic Research - Banking/Financial Services

Job Description: Senior Economist

Role Overview:

As a Senior Economist, you will play a pivotal role in leading macro and microeconomic research, developing proprietary forecasting models, and delivering actionable insights to senior executive leadership, clients, and external stakeholders. You will translate complex economic data into high impact strategic advice that drives decision making.

Key Responsibilities:

- Economic Analysis & Research: Conduct sophisticated macroeconomic, monetary, fiscal, and industry specific research and trend analysis.

- Forecasting & Modeling: Build, refine, and maintain quantitative, econometric, and statistical models to forecast key economic indicators and market developments.

- Thought Leadership: Author high quality research reports, policy briefs, and market commentary for publication and executive presentation.

- Strategic Advisory: Serve as an internal subject matter expert, presenting research findings to executive leadership, key client accounts, and public forums or media.

- Mentorship: Collaborate with and mentor junior analysts and economists on research methodologies and data analysis techniques.

Key Qualifications & Skills:

- Education: Master's degree or Ph.D. in Economics, Econometrics, Applied Economics, or a related quantitative field.

- Experience: 8-12+ years of professional experience as an Economist in financial services, management consulting, policy research, government, or a global enterprise.

- Technical Expertise: Advanced proficiency in quantitative and statistical tools preferable (e.g., Python, R, Stata, EViews, SQL) and familiarity with financial databases (e.g., Bloomberg, Haver Analytics, FRED).

- Communication: Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with a demonstrated ability to translate complex data into clear, compelling narratives for non technical audiences.

- Analytical Mindset: Strong critical thinking, problem solving abilities, and high attention to detail.

How to Apply:

Interested candidates are invited to submit their CV/Resume and a brief cover letter.