Senior Associate (European Competition practice)

United States Digital Space LLC; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Job summary

Charles River Associates in Europe seeks a qualified economist to support senior staff on major competition cases and help shape outcomes across Europe. The role emphasizes initiative, leadership and teamwork within a high-calibre advisory environment.

The position requires a PhD in economics with strong microeconomics and data analysis skills; Master’s with substantial experience is acceptable for non-PhD applicants. Flexible office schedule supports collaboration with colleagues and clients.

Qualifications

• First degree in economics and a PhD in economics from a well-regarded institution with a strong microeconomics foundation.
• Non-PhD applicants should have a Master's with substantial relevant work experience.
• Experience in consulting or with competition authorities is strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated understanding of economic concepts and quantitative/qualitative analysis methods.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Demonstrated initiative, leadership and teamwork.
• Excellent time management and prioritisation.

Responsibilities

• Assist Vice Presidents and senior staff with competition case work.
• Provide conceptual and practical input to cases as required.
• Contribute to shaping some of the largest competition cases in Europe.

Skills

Economic concepts

Quantitative analysis

Qualitative analysis

Communication skills

Leadership

Teamwork

Time management

Education

PhD in economics

Master's degree in economics

Job description

About Charles River Associates

Charles River Associates is a leading global consulting firm that provides economic, financial, and business management expertise to major law firms, corporations and governments around the world. CRA advises clients on economic and financial matters pertaining to litigation and regulatory proceedings, and guides corporations through critical business strategy and performance-related issues. Since 1965, clients have engaged CRA for its combination of industry experience and rigorous, fact-based analyses that provide clients with clear, implementable solutions to complex business concerns.

CRA's European Competition practice specialises in providing economic advice on matters of competition policy and regulation. We assist firms and their legal advisors in all types of competition proceedings: firms considering merger and acquisition opportunities or involved in merger control proceedings; and firms undergoing investigations relating to cartels, restrictive commercial agreements, abuse of dominance or state aid. We also provide advice to firms involved in regulatory proceedings and sector inquiries. We offer assistance on the estimation effects of damages in cartel cases, international arbitration and intellectual property disputes.

For more information on the Antitrust and Competition Economics practice in Europe visit our website.

Position Overview

Candidates will be expected to rapidly take on genuine responsibility, assisting Vice Presidents and other senior staff by providing conceptual and practical input to competition case work as required. The role brings with it the possibility of working on some of the largest and most significant competition cases in Europe, playing a key role in the shaping of the cases.

Desired Qualifications

• First degree in economics and a PhD/DPhil in economics from a well-regarded institution with a strong foundation in microeconomics, preferably with a specialism with large data sets (empirical PhDs) or Industrial Organisation and/or statistics/econometrics), plus up to 3 years of relevant work experience.
• Non-PhD applicants should have strong academic achievement in a Master's program, plus 5-7 years' relevant work experience;
• Professional work experience in consulting, business, or with a competition authority strongly preferred;
• Demonstrated understanding of economic concepts, competition/regulatory authorities, competition policy and quantitative and qualitative analysis methods;
• Exceptional written and oral communication skills;
• Demonstrated high level of initiative and leadership;
• Strong teamwork and collaboration capabilities;
• Excellent time management and task prioritisation skills.

Work Location Flexibility

CRA creates a work environment that enables our colleagues to benefit from being together in the office to best deliver on our promise of career growth, mentorship and inclusivity. At the same time, we recognise that individuals realise a range of benefits when working from home periodically. We currently expect that individuals spend at least 3 to 4 days a week working in the office (which may include traveling to another CRA office or to client meetings), with specific days determined in coordination with your practice or team.

Our Commitment to Equal Employment Opportunity

Charles River Associates is an equal opportunity employer (Equality Act 2010). All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

The statements included in this job description are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.