Senior Economist

ADGM; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

An international financial centre in Abu Dhabi seeks a Senior Economist with 10–20 years of experience in macroeconomic analysis across the GCC. This role involves leading economic analysis, delivering strategic insights to senior leadership, and contributing to decision-making processes. The ideal candidate should possess a Master’s or Ph.D. in related fields and be fluent in English, with Arabic proficiency as a plus.

Qualifications

• 10–20 years of relevant professional experience, ideally in government or financial institutions.
• Demonstrated track record in producing executive-facing macroeconomic intelligence.
• Fluency in English; Arabic proficiency is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Lead macroeconomic analysis of the GCC region focusing on Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE.
• Develop executive-ready intelligence reports and forecasts for C-level audiences.
• Support strategic advisory engagements for Abu Dhabi leadership.

Skills

Macroeconomic analysis

Analytical skills

Strategic thinking

Presentation capabilities

Collaboration and interpersonal skills

Education

Master’s or Ph.D. in Economics, International Finance, or related fields

Job description

Overview

Senior Economist is required with 10–20 years of proven expertise in macroeconomic analysis across the GCC, with a strong emphasis on Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of regional dynamics, policy frameworks, and economic transformation agendas, coupled with the ability to distill complex trends into actionable insights. This role is critical in supporting senior leadership, including H.E. the Chairman, through precise, timely, and forward-looking intelligence that influences decision-making at the highest levels.

Responsibilities

As an individual contributor, the Senior Economist will be responsible for:

• Leading macroeconomic analysis of the GCC region, with a focus on Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE.
• Monitoring and interpreting economic indicators, policy changes, fiscal reforms, and geopolitical developments affecting the energy, financial, and investment landscapes.
• Developing executive-ready intelligence reports, briefings, and forecasts tailored to C-level and government audiences.
• Contributing to the team’s mission to deliver best-in-class, timely, concise, and actionable intelligence to H.E. the Chairman.
• Supporting strategic advisory engagements and preparing position papers for Abu Dhabi leadership on regional macroeconomic developments.
• Collaborating with internal strategy, finance, and policy teams to integrate economic insights into broader institutional initiatives.
• Participating in scenario planning, risk analysis, and long-term outlook studies to assess the implications of macroeconomic shifts.
• Establishing and maintaining a strong network with regional think tanks, multilaterals, and research institutions.

Information Security

• Understand, adopt, adhere and practice responsibilities or controls as per ADGM Information Security policy and as per best practices explained in the induction and awareness sessions.
• Confidentiality, Integrity and availability of the ADGM Information shall be maintained at all times i.e. within as well as outside ADGM.

Education

• Master’s or Ph.D. in Economics, International Finance, Public Policy, or related fields.

Work Experience

• 10–20 years of relevant professional experience, ideally within government entities, international institutions, or leading financial/energy organizations.
• Demonstrated track record in producing high-quality, executive-facing macroeconomic intelligence.
• Deep regional expertise in the economic affairs of Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE.
• Experience advising senior leadership or government stakeholders is a strong plus.
• Fluency in English is required; Arabic proficiency is an advantage.

Required Competencies

• Proven ability to simplify complex data for a non-technical audience.
• Strategic thinking and ability to connect macroeconomic developments to organizational priorities.
• Superior writing, briefing, and presentation capabilities.
• High level of discretion and political acumen when dealing with sensitive information.
• Strong collaboration and interpersonal skills.
• Self-motivated, agile, and able to work under pressure and tight deadlines.

Strategic Outputs

• Deliver best-in-class intelligence through timely, effective, concise, and actionable economic assessments tailored to H.E. the Chairman.
• Position H.E. the Chairman as a foremost authority among peers in responding to economic and market queries from Abu Dhabi leadership.
• Enable trusted advisory capabilities that proactively support strategic initiatives and policy formulation for Abu Dhabi's leadership.

About The Team

Abu Dhabi Global Market is an award-winning international financial centre strategically located in the capital of the United Arab Emirates.

Established by UAE Federal Decree, ADGM’s jurisdiction extends across the entire 114 hectares of Al Maryah Island.

ADGM's three independent authorities - the Registration Authority (RA), the Financial Services Regulatory Authority (FSRA) and ADGM Courts - together ensure that its business-friendly environment operates in line with international best practices, recognised by major financial centres worldwide.