Senior Economist

Laz Partners; London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global bank is seeking a Senior European Economist (VP) to join their sell-side European Economics team in London. The role involves delivering in-depth analysis on Eurozone themes, managing junior economists, and collaborating across the bank's macro platform. Candidates should have strong quantitative skills and experience in Eurozone economics.

Benefits

Flexible working 1-2 days per week

Qualifications

• 5–10+ years of relevant European economics experience.
• Strong quantitative and modeling skills with econometric tools.

Responsibilities

• Provide in-depth macroeconomic analysis of Eurozone-wide themes.
• Build and maintain medium-term structural growth models.
• Manage and mentor junior economists.

Skills

Quantitative Skills

Modeling

Econometrics

Collaboration

Communication

Education

Relevant European Economics Experience

Tools

EViews

Python

R

Job description

Job Description

Role Overview

We have partnered with a leading global bank looking to hire aSenior European Economist (VP)to join a highly respected sell-side European Economics team based in London.

This is a key hire into an already well-established team, and the successful candidate will be responsible for delivering in-depth analysis and thought leadership on Eurozone-wide themes, with a focus on core economies. The role offers significant breadth, including the potential for ownership of country-specific coverage (e.g. Germany), management of junior economists, and extensive collaboration across the bank’s global macro platform.

The ideal candidate will have a strong quantitative background andbring deep expertise in Eurozone economics, while havingthe ability to quickly add value through modeling and forecasting expertise.

Our client has an excellent working culture, offering flexible working 1-2 days per week, as well as the opportunity to work as part of a highly respected sell-side team.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide in-depth macroeconomic analysis of Eurozone-wide themes with a focus on core economies
• Take ownership of specific country coverage (e.g. Germany, France) where required
• Build, develop, and maintain medium-term structural or semi-structural growth models (as opposed to short-term nowcasting models)
• Use econometric software (e.g. EViews) and preferably Python or R for quantitative analysis and modelling
• Contribute to the team’s published research and analysis, ensuring timely and insightful views are delivered to clients and internal stakeholders
• Engage with Sales & Trading, global macro strategy, and other teams to share insights and collaborate on cross-market themes
• Manage and mentor 1-2 junior economists, with flexibility depending on the candidate’s interest and experience
• Participate in high-level client interactions and global team integration efforts; willingness to engage in media or client-facing responsibilities is welcomed but not essential from day one

Requirements & Qualifications

• 5–10+ years of relevant European economics experience, ideally covering core Eurozone economies in a sell-side, central bank, independent research, buy-side, or academic environment
• Strong quantitative and modelling skills, with hands-on experience using econometric tools (EViews essential, Python/R highly desirable)
• Deep understanding of Eurozone macroeconomic fundamentals and key drivers
• Experience building medium-term or structural growth models highly desirable
• Strong collaboration and communication skills, with the ability to work closely with internal stakeholders and contribute to team-oriented projects
• Comfortable engaging with clients and senior stakeholders, though immediate media experience is not a requirement
• Previous management experience is beneficial but not essential