Economist - Modelling Team, Macro Consulting - Dubai

Oxford Economics; City Of London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading economic forecasting firm is seeking an Economist for their Macro Consulting team. This role involves consulting projects in the Middle East and requires relocation to Dubai. Ideal candidates must have a postgraduate degree in Economics, experience with macroeconomic models, and strong analytical skills. The position includes regular travel and client engagement.

Qualifications

• Strong academic education in Economics at postgraduate level.
• Previous experience in using applied macroeconomics models for forecasting.
• Ability to work effectively in teams across different offices.

Responsibilities

• Supporting macro consultancy projects for clients in the MidEast.
• Presenting the house view to clients through conferences.
• Dealing with Mideast-related client queries.
• Supporting sales and marketing presentations involving travel.

Skills

Strong academic education in Economics at postgraduate level

Experience with macroeconomics models for forecasting

Excellent analytical and quantitative skills

Ability to work in teams across different offices

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Strong Microsoft Excel skills

Strong Microsoft PowerPoint skills

Education

Postgraduate degree in Economics

Job description

Overview

Department: Macro Consulting

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: London, UK

Oxford Economics, a leading economic forecasting and consulting firm, is looking to hire an Economist in our Macro Consulting team, based in our Dubai office. We seek to capitalize on growth opportunities in the region. The Middle East is a key market for Oxford’s growth objectives, where we already have some significant consultancy projects and aim to rapidly grow revenues from subscriptions and consultancy. The position will focus on design, implementation and delivery of a variety of economic consultancy modelling projects for the Midle East region. In addition, the position involves supporting Oxford’s Mideast macro analysis and engaging with existing clients, as well as helping the sales team develop the subscription base. Please note that this role will require relocation to Dubai within approximately three months of joining.

Key Responsibilities

• Supporting a wide range of macro consultancy projects for clients in the MidEast region, with a focus on macro modelling using OE’s Global Economic Model.
• The position will involve regular travel within the MidEast region.
• Presenting the house view to clients through client conferences, webinars and meetings.
• Dealing with Mideast-related client queries and more general queries from clients in the region.
• Supporting sales and marketing by presenting Oxford’s view and products, this could involve extensive travelling the region.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• Strong academic education in Economics at postgraduate level.
• Previous experience in using applied macroeconomics models for forecasting and/or scenario analysis.
• Excellent analytical and quantitative skills.
• Ability to work effectively in teams across different offices and to tight deadlines.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint skills.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)

Oxford Economics is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.