Junior Economist

3C Deutschland GmbH; London; Hybrid; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in data and technology is seeking an Economist to join their economics team in London. The role involves data preparation, analysis, and econometric modeling to support various client projects. Candidates should hold a relevant degree and have experience in presenting economic data and building econometric models. This hybrid position offers opportunities for career development and a chance to contribute to impactful projects.

Benefits

Work/life balance

Development opportunities

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion focus

Qualifications

• Candidates with degrees focused on macroeconomics, statistics, mathematics, and econometrics are encouraged to apply.
• Experience presenting economic data to partners.
• Relevant experience in building econometric models.

Responsibilities

• Data preparation, analysis, modelling and forecasting.
• Support projects to develop econometric & credit forecasting models.
• Written analysis of trends in the UK economy.

Skills

Data analysis

Modelling

Forecasting

Econometric software

Education

MSc or undergraduate degree in Economics

Tools

Eviews

R

Job description

Experian is a global data and technology company, powering opportunities for people and businesses around the world. We help to redefine lending practices, uncover and prevent fraud, simplify healthcare, create marketing solutions, and gain deeper insights into the automotive market, all using our unique combination of data, analytics and software. We also assist millions of people to realize their financial goals and help them save time and money.

We operate across a range of markets, from financial services to healthcare, automotive, agribusiness, insurance, and many more industry segments.

We invest in people and new advanced technologies to unlock the power of data. As a FTSE 100 Index company listed on the London Stock Exchange (EXPN), we have a team of 22,500 people across 32 countries. Our corporate headquarters are in Dublin, Ireland. Learn more at experianplc.com.

Job Description

The Team

The economics team work across several economics and credit risk services and consultancy, specialising in model-driven forecasts and analysis for the UK's economy, credit markets, regions, sectors and socio-demographic segments. Examples of the scope of client projects recently undertaken include building loss forecasting models, concentration risk analysis, stress testing and running local area impact scenarios.

Clients include first and second tier banking and financial services companies, commercial real estate, retail and public sector. This team have a great track record for successful career development and establishing career pathways from Junior – Senior leadership.

This is a hybrid position based in London or Nottingham reporting to the Managing Economist.

What you will do as an Economist

• Data preparation, analysis, modelling and forecasting.
• Work with large datasets from both public sources and Experian's in-house databases.
• Use econometric software, including R and Eviews, to manipulate and forecast datasets.
• Support the senior econometrician in reviewing and refining existing models.
• Support projects to develop econometric & credit forecasting models and processes for both consulting projects with external clients and in-house use.
• Written analysis of trends in the UK economy, regions and credit markets.
• Opportunities to present forecasts and analysis to partners.
• Understand and participate in performance management processes.
• Contribute to a culture where the fair treatment of customers is at the heart of the Experian business.
• Ensure that you follow all regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

MSc or undergraduate degree in Economics, Econometrics or related discipline. Candidates with degrees with a focus on macroeconomics, statistics, mathematics and econometrics are encouraged to apply.

• Experience presenting economic & macroeconomic data to partners.
• Relevant experience in building econometric models and producing macroeconomic forecasts.
• Experience in use of standard econometric and statistical packages, for example Eviews and R, is desirable.
• Familiarity with UK data and analysis of any of the following would be desirable: UK regions/local areas, credit markets and the housing market.
• Work on multiple economic & macroeconomic focused projects simultaneously.
• Forecasting experience

Additional Information

Our uniqueness is that we celebrate yours. Experian's culture and people are important differentiators. We take our people agenda very seriously and focus on what matters; DEI, work/life balance, development, authenticity, collaboration, wellness, reward & recognition, volunteering... the list goes on. Experian's people first approach is award-winning; World's Best Workplaces 2024 (Fortune Top 25), Great Place To Work in 24 countries, and Glassdoor Best Places to Work 2024 to name a few. Check out Experian Life on social or our Careers Site to understand why.

Experian is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. Innovation is an important part of Experian's DNA and practices, and our diverse workforce drives our success. Everyone can succeed at Experian and bring their whole self to work, irrespective of their gender, ethnicity, religion, colour, sexuality, physical ability or age. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know at the earliest opportunity.

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