Economist

Brickwork Ratings; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading credit rating agency in Bengaluru is seeking a skilled economic researcher to conduct macroeconomic analysis and develop econometric models. The ideal candidate has 5-8 years of experience, with proficiency in R or Python, and a strong educational background in Economics or related fields. This role involves collaboration across teams and presenting findings to stakeholders.

Qualifications

• 5 to 8 years of relevant experience in economic research, financial analysis, or ESG strategy.
• Hands-on experience with R or Python for econometric modeling and data processing.
• Experience in publishing research or presenting at conferences.

Responsibilities

• Conduct in-depth macroeconomic and financial research across sectors and geographies.
• Develop econometric models to support forecasting, scenario analysis, and policy evaluation.
• Analyze climate risk and ESG trends, integrating them into economic and financial frameworks.

Skills

Economic research

Financial analysis

ESG strategy

R programming

Python

Data analysis

Statistical techniques

Strong presentation skills

Education

PhD or Master’s in Economics, Statistics, Public Policy

Tools

Excel

Job description

Brickwork Ratings (BWR) is one of India’s leading credit rating agencies, committed to providing the investment community with products and services needed to make informed investment decisions. Established in 2007, BWR is a SEBI‑registered and RBI‑accredited credit rating agency, with Canara Bank as its promoter and strategic partner. Headquartered in Bengaluru, BWR has a pan‑India presence and a rating team headed by the industry’s most experienced credit analysts and bankers. BWR offers rating services to Bank Loans, NCD, commercial papers, bonds, mutual funds, PPMLDs, and security receipts, and has rated over 100,000 large corporates, banks, financial institutions, state and local governments, and small businesses. It provides investors and lenders with timely and in-depth research across structured finance, public finance, financial institutions, project finance, and corporate sectors.

Responsibilities

• Conduct in-depth macroeconomic and financial research across sectors and geographies
• Develop econometric models to support forecasting, scenario analysis, and policy evaluation
• Analyze climate risk and ESG trends, integrating them into economic and financial frameworks
• Author high-quality research reports, presentations, and briefing notes for internal and external audiences
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to support strategic initiatives and client engagements
• Present findings to senior leadership, clients, and external partners with clarity and confidence
• Stay current with global economic developments, regulatory changes, and ESG standards

Qualifications

• 5 to 8 years of relevant experience in economic research, financial analysis, or ESG strategy
• Hands‑on experience with R or Python for econometric modeling and data processing
• Experience in publishing research or presenting at conferences
• Familiarity with climate risk frameworks (e.g., TCFD, NGFS) and ESG rating methodologies
• Exposure to working with rating agencies, think tanks, or financial institutions
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, along with collaboration skills, enabling effective work with stakeholders at all levels
• Strong presentation skills and stakeholder engagement capability
• Drive continuous improvement by researching advanced statistical and machine‑learning techniques to enhance model accuracy and efficiency
• Strong proficiency in Excel for data analysis and visualization

Educational Background

Advanced degree (PhD or Master’s) in Economics, Statistics, Public Policy, or a related discipline