(2027 PhD/ABD graduates) Senior Associate (Antitrust & Competition Economics) – European Union

Responsibilities

We are representing a confidential economics consulting organization seeking a Senior Associate for their Antitrust & Competition Economics practice in Düsseldorf or Munich. This role is designed for 2027 PhD or ABD graduates who will complete their degree by December 2026 or Summer 2027.

In this position, you will work closely with senior consultants on high-profile European competition cases, playing a key role in shaping economic analysis. Your responsibilities will include:

• Identifying and conceptualizing competition issues, specifying rigorous economic models to analyze market data, and performing statistical and econometric estimation
• Managing, supervising, training, and mentoring research associate staff and colleagues
• Assisting in the development and presentation of client deliverables, including expert reports and white papers summarizing opinions and recommendations
• Acting as a primary point of contact for lawyers and other industry or government clients on practice-relevant issues
• Programming, building models, and performing regression analyses in statistical software (Stata, Python, R, SAS, Matlab, Mathematica), including large data projects requiring cloud computing
• Ensuring the integrity and accuracy of all analyses and opinions
• Contributing to practice-building activities such as training, recruiting, publication, and expertise sharing

Much of the work occurs in the office with minimal travel required. The current expectation is to spend at least 3 to 4 days per week working in the office.

What We're Looking For

• PhD degree in economics with completion date of December 2026 or Summer 2027, with academic focus on Applied Microeconomics or Applied Microeconometrics
• Specializations in industrial organization, labor, health, behavioural and public economics, or other quantitative areas
• Experience in Excel, Stata, Python, R, SQL, SAS, ArcGIS/ArcPy, or Cloud computing platforms (Databricks/Spark, Google Cloud, Azure, AWS)
• Demonstrated understanding of and ability to explain economic, financial and/or accounting concepts, and quantitative and qualitative analysis methods
• Curious and analytical thinkers who bring creative approaches to non-standard problems
• Effective written and oral communication skills
• Eagerness to learn new skills and programming languages
• Demonstrated high level of initiative and leadership
• Strong teamwork and collaboration capabilities
• Excellent time management and task prioritization skills
• Clear and demonstrated interest in consulting through coursework, work experience, or activities

How We Work With You

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The organization offers robust skills development programs, comprehensive benefits including competitive salary and performance bonuses, wellness programming, and in-house immigration support for foreign nationals and international business travelers.

Pay

Compensation details will be discussed during the interview process based on qualifications and experience.

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