Senior Economist

HRassistance; Mumbai; On-site; INR 3,500,000 - 7,000,000; Full time

Job summary

HRassistance is seeking a Specialist Economist, Economic Research Group to lead ESIA engagements and deliver high-quality research outputs in macro and microeconomics. You will design studies, conduct data analyses, model forecasts, and present client-ready reports to support growth and policy objectives.

You will work with clients, policymakers, and internal teams across India, leveraging advanced econometric techniques and programming skills in Python/R to generate actionable insights and

Qualifications

• Advanced degree in Economics with strong quantitative skills.
• 10+ years of experience in economic research or consulting.
• Deep understanding of India’s economic structure and policy context.
• Strong written and verbal communication for policy audiences.
• Experience in client-facing advisory.

Responsibilities

• Lead ESIA engagements and publish research reports.
• Design research methodology, collect data and conduct analysis.
• Provide evidence-based policy insights to clients and policymakers.
• Develop forecasting models and scenario analyses.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to deliver client-ready outputs.

Skills

Macroeconomics

Econometrics

Policy analysis

Client engagement

Presentation skills

Education

Economics PhD

Tools

Python

R

SQL

Job description

About the Company

Our Client is a leading global provider of business decisioning data and analytics, enables companies around the world to improve their business performance. It’s Data Cloud fuels solutions and delivers insights that empower customers to accelerate revenue, lower cost, mitigate risk, and transform their businesses.

About the Role

The Specialist Economist will be responsible for delivering high-quality impact assessment reports, white papers, policy research, and revenue-generating research studies. The incumbent will independently drive Economic and Social Impact Assessment (ESIA) engagements, ensuring methodological rigor, analytical excellence, and timely delivery. The role involves conducting primary and secondary research, performing quantitative and qualitative analysis, developing actionable insights, and preparing client-ready reports and presentations.

The individual will collaborate closely with internal stakeholders, clients, policymakers, and industry participants to understand business requirements, provide evidence-based recommendations, and contribute to thought leadership initiatives that support client objectives and business growth.

Designation

Specialist Economist, Economic Research Group

Location

BKC (4 days) and Turbhe, Navi Mumbai (1 day)

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Business Development & Client Engagement: Serve as a key contributor in supporting the growth of Economic Impact Assessment, Social Impact Assessment, CSR Impact Assessment, and Policy Evaluation services. Engage with clients and internal stakeholders to understand business challenges, contribute to opportunity qualification, proposal development, methodology design, and provide research-backed solutions that foster long-term client relationships.
• Project Delivery: Manage end-to-end execution of impact assessment assignments, including research design, data collection, stakeholder consultations, impact modelling, policy analysis, report writing, and client presentations. Ensure timely delivery of high-quality, insight-driven outputs and actionable recommendations that align with client requirements and project objectives.
• Strategic Economic Analysis: Conduct comprehensive macroeconomic and microeconomic analyses to assess India's growth trajectory, policy developments, sectoral performance, and emerging economic risks. Develop research publications, white papers, and thematic studies that provide unique perspectives and meaningful insights across key sectors of the economy.
• Advanced Estimation & Forecasting: Develop and enhance forecasting frameworks and economic models for key indicators such as GDP, inflation, trade, fiscal metrics, and sector-specific trends. Apply advanced quantitative and econometric techniques to support predictive analysis, scenario building, and evidence-based decision-making.
• Data-Driven Insights: Analyze large and complex datasets to identify economic trends, patterns, and implications. Maintain and validate economic databases while ensuring data accuracy, integrity, and reliability to support high-quality analytical outputs and recommendations.
• Sectoral & Thematic Research: Undertake detailed research across areas such as rural and urban consumption, productivity, supply chains, trade dynamics, financial markets, credit ecosystems, and public policy. Evaluate sector-specific opportunities and challenges while identifying long‑term growth drivers and potential risks.
• Thought Leadership & Policy Insights: Develop high‑impact white papers, policy briefs, articles, and opinion pieces on critical economic and policy issues. Contribute expert insights for client briefings, industry forums, media interactions, and time‑sensitive research requests, strengthening the firm's reputation as a trusted source of economic intelligence.
• Real-Time Economic Monitoring: Monitor economic developments, policy announcements, regulatory changes, and major data releases to deliver timely and actionable analysis. Provide quick and relevant insights that help clients assess the implications of evolving economic conditions.
• Client-Focused Advisory: Provide customized economic insights, risk assessments, investment perspectives, and strategic recommendations tailored to client requirements. Engage directly with senior stakeholders, policymakers, and industry leaders to present findings, address queries, and serve as a trusted economic advisor.
• Econometric & Quantitative Modeling: Apply advanced econometric, statistical, and quantitative economic techniques to support economic research, macroeconomic forecasting, policy evaluation, and impact assessment assignments. Design, develop, and enhance robust analytical and forecasting frameworks that enable evidence-based decision‑making, scenario analysis, and actionable policy recommendations.
• Programming & Advanced Analytics: Leverage advanced proficiency in Python and/or R, SQL, and modern data analytics tools to extract, transform, integrate, and analyze large structured and unstructured datasets. Develop statistical and econometric models, machine learning applications, data visualization solutions, and automated analytical workflows that improve research efficiency, analytical rigor, and reproducibility of insights.
• Economic Modeling & Analytical Excellence: Develop and apply macroeconomic, econometric, and statistical models, including time‑series forecasting, panel data analysis, causal inference techniques, input‑output analysis, supply‑use table frameworks, impact assessment methodologies, and scenario modeling. Ensure data quality, model validation, and statistical robustness while translating complex analytical findings into clear, actionable business, policy, and investment recommendations.

KEY REQUIREMENTS

• Educational Background: Advanced degree in Economics (Master’s or Ph.D.) with a strong foundation in macroeconomics, econometrics, and quantitative analysis.
• Professional Experience: 10+ years of relevant experience in economic research, policy analysis, consulting, or financial services, with a proven track record of delivering impactful economic insights on India and global economies.
• Sectoral Acumen: Deep understanding of India's economic structure, including rural and urban consumption trends, production ecosystems, external trade dynamics, credit and lending markets, and financial sector regulations.
• Communication Excellence: Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, capable of translating complex economic concepts into clear, concise, and compelling narratives for diverse audiences, including media engagements.
• Consultative Approach: Strong client‑facing capabilities with experience in presenting economic insights to senior stakeholders, policymakers, and industry leaders.