Competition Economics Associate — Major EU Cases

CRA Event Registration Board; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Charles River Associates, a leading global economics and management consulting firm, seeks a junior to mid-level economist to support and shape competition case work across Europe. The role offers exposure to high-profile cases and collaboration with senior professionals.

The position entails contributing to analyses, data-driven insights, and written/oral communication for clients. Prior experience in economics for competition or regulatory matters is valued.

Qualifications

• First degree in economics.
• PhD/DPhil in economics with microeconomics foundation.
• Experience with large data sets (empirical PhDs) or Industrial Organisation/ econometrics.
• For non-PhD applicants: Master’s with 5–7 years of relevant work experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist vice presidents and senior staff with competition case work.
• Provide conceptual and practical input to cases.
• Work on large European competition cases and help shape outcomes.

Skills

Econometrics

Quantitative analysis

Economic theory

Education

PhD in economics

Master’s degree (for non-PhD track)

Job description

Charles River Associates, a leading global economics and management consulting firm, seeks a junior to mid-level economist to support and shape competition case work across Europe. The role offers exposure to high-profile cases and collaboration with senior professionals.

The position entails contributing to analyses, data-driven insights, and written/oral communication for clients. Prior experience in economics for competition or regulatory matters is valued.