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Consulting Associate (European Competition practice) - m/f/d

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Charles River Associates

2mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Mid Level
  • Consulting
    Research & Development
  • Düsseldorf, +1
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AI generated summary

  • You need a strong economics degree, up to 3 years' relevant experience, numeracy skills, and excellent communication, teamwork, and time management abilities.
  • You will analyze data, build models, communicate complex economic concepts to clients, assist in deliverables, and ensure accuracy while participating in training and practice-building activities.

Requirements

  • Strong first degree in economics and a post-graduate qualification (MSc/MPhil) in economics from a well-regarded institution, with a strong foundation in microeconomics, preferably with a specialism in industrial economics.
  • Up to 3 years of relevant work experience, within consulting, business, or with a competition authority preferred.
  • High degree of numeracy and some comfort with data manipulation is essential, familiarity with econometric techniques is desirable.
  • Exceptional written and oral communication skills.
  • Demonstrated high level of initiative and leadership.
  • Strong teamwork and collaboration capabilities.
  • Excellent time management and task prioritization skills.

Responsibilities

  • Identify potential issues and conduct analyses that can be used to illustrate economic arguments;
  • Assemble compelling evidence from data and research that support our expert opinions and business recommendations;
  • Program, build models and/or perform regression analyses in statistical analysis programs (such as Stata, Python, R), including large data projects requiring use of cloud computing;
  • Assist in the development and presentation of client deliverables, including expert reports and white papers summarising opinions, conclusions, and recommendations using financial, market, industry or client-proprietary data;
  • Assemble compelling evidence and identify useful analyses from data and research that illustrate economic arguments and support expert opinions and business recommendations;
  • Interact with clients and communicate complicated economic concepts and arguments to non-experts in an understandable, accessible manner;
  • Ensure the integrity and accuracy of analyses and opinions; and
  • Participate in practice-building activities (training, recruiting, publication, expertise sharing, etc.).

FAQs

What type of qualification is required for the Consulting Associate position?

A strong first degree in economics and a post-graduate qualification (MSc/MPhil) in economics from a well-regarded institution is required.

How much work experience is necessary for applicants?

Applicants should have up to three years of relevant work experience, preferably within consulting, business, or with a competition authority.

What specific skills are essential for this role?

A high degree of numeracy, comfort with data manipulation, and familiarity with econometric techniques are essential skills for this position.

What are the primary responsibilities of a Consulting Associate?

Key responsibilities include conducting analyses, assembling evidence from data, programming and building models, developing client deliverables, and communicating complex economic concepts to non-experts.

How does CRA view diversity and inclusion in the workplace?

CRA is committed to equity and inclusion, ensuring a fair and consistent hiring process, and fostering an inclusive work environment.

Where are the job positions located?

The Consulting Associate positions are available in Dusseldorf and Munich, Germany.

Is a writing sample required for the application?

A writing sample is voluntary but preferred; it should ideally be a sole-authored submission related to quantitative analysis in the field of economics.

When will applications be reviewed?

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

What is the expected in-office work schedule for employees?

Employees are expected to spend 3 to 4 days a week working in the office on average, with specific days determined in coordination with their practice or team.

What kind of projects will Consulting Associates work on?

Consulting Associates will work on significant competition cases in Europe, providing input and analysis for various competition-related matters.

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Charles River Associates

Consulting
Industry
501-1000
Employees
1965
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Charles River Associates (CRA) is a global consulting firm specializing in litigation, regulatory, financial, and management consulting. We provide economic and financial analysis in litigation and regulatory proceedings and guide businesses through critical strategy and operational issues. Since 1965, clients have engaged CRA for our unique combination of functional expertise and industry knowledge, and for our objective solutions to complex problems. Headquartered in Boston, CRA has offices throughout the world.