Event Application: The European Job Market, Global Macro Research, London

PLEASE NOTE: This is an application process as part of the European Job Market for Economists in Rotterdam, 18-19th December. If you would like to understand more about this event, please follow this link: https://www.eeassoc.org/index.php?site=&page=288&trsz=287 

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GLOBAL INVESTMENT RESEARCH

From macroeconomic forecasts to individual stock analysis, our team develops tools and insights to help shape investment strategies for clients and the firm. Our analysts work on client-focused research in the equity, fixed-income, currency, and commodities markets, mining big data that enters markets around the world each day to identify game-changing insights. You’ll be part of a team that is intellectually curious, creative, analytical, and passionate about performing market research. 

We are seeking PhD candidates in economics or finance to join the Global Macro Research team within GIR. The team focuses on the intersection between economics and financial markets across a wide class of assets including equities, fixed income/credit, currencies, and commodities.

Job Summary & Responsibilities

• Generate unique, thematic written research
• Develop quantitative models to forecast economic growth, inflation, and interest rates
• Interpret and comment on high-frequency economic data releases
• Build and maintain financial models
• Present economic/market views to external and internal clients

Preferred Qualifications 

• PhD in Economics or Finance
• Meticulous attention to detail and strong organizational skills
• A proven capability for original and thought-provoking research
• Ability to work both autonomously and in a close team setting
• An enthusiastic researcher
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal) and ability to interact with global stakeholders

Application Deadline: 22nd November 2019

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