Overview
A global consulting firm is seeking a Senior Associate – Competition Economics to join its Berlin office.
The firm’s Berlin-based Antitrust & Competition team combines deep expertise in competition economics with robust resources, reach and multidisciplinary capabilities. While the practice is centred in Berlin, teams also work closely with colleagues across Europe, particularly in London, Brussels, and Munich.
The Antitrust & Competition practice offers an exceptional environment for economists at all stages of their careers. The firm is committed to equal opportunity and offer internationally competitive compensation and benefits.
The firm is currently interested in hearing from economists across a range of experience levels and specializations for roles in its Berlin office. For these opportunities, German language skills are required given the close integration of the team and the nature of their client work.
The firm’s economists apply economic theory, econometrics, and rigorous, data-driven analysis to address some of today’s most pressing competition issues. The firm supports clients in engaging with authorities and courts across the full spectrum of competition proceedings.
In this role, you will work closely with colleagues at all levels on important, complex, and high-profile projects across a wide range of sectors and industries. You will contribute to the preparation of expert economic reports and other submissions, and have the opportunity to advise clients and their legal teams in both transactional and contentious matters. The firm also carries out projects directly for competition authorities and regulators.
Skills, Knowledge & Experience
- Postgraduate degree in economics, econometrics, or a related field
- A specific interest in industrial organisation and competition policy
- Strong knowledge of standard statistical software, preferably Stata
- Programming skills are an advantage
- Strong drafting and communication skills
- Great interpersonal skills and creative thinking
- Honest and approachable personality
- Proactive and enthusiastic colleague
- Excellent command of English and German
- Other languages are welcome and appreciated
