Research Analyst – January 2027 – Milan

Econic U.K. Limited; Lombardia; Hybrid; EUR 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life insurance

Private medical insurance

Annual leave

Hybrid working

Job summary

Econic Partners in Milan is hiring a Research Analyst to join our growing European team in January 2027. You will apply your analytical skills to real client projects across industries, working closely with project managers and senior economists to deliver high-quality insights.

You'll analyse data, communicate findings clearly to clients, and develop a grounding in competition economics and econometrics. This role offers a collaborative culture, meaningful client work, and hybrid working

Qualifications

• Recent bachelor's and/or master's degree in Economics or related discipline.
• Strong analytical skills and enthusiasm for data.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in English; additional languages beneficial.
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment.

Responsibilities

• Analysing and interpreting data to provide key insights (using statistical programmes to conduct quantitative analyses and create clear data visualisations).
• Applying economic reasoning to solve analytical problems.
• Participating in internal meetings and contributing to the team’s critical thinking.
• Conducting qualitative research on economic theory, market trends and facts, and industry dynamics to support economic arguments.
• Contributing to a positive work environment.

Skills

Data analysis

Statistics

Economic reasoning

Communication

Teamwork

English

Education

Bachelor's/Master's in Economics

Tools

Statistical software

Job description

About Us

At Econic Partners, we’re more than just an economic consulting firm — we’re problem-solvers, data enthusiasts, and curious thinkers dedicated to helping clients make sense of complex challenges. Our work focuses on competition economics and regulatory analysis. We partner with law firms, corporations, and government agencies to deliver insights that truly make a difference. Since launching in early 2025, Econic Partners has experienced tremendous growth, expanding to over 420 people across 16 locations worldwide. With over 90 colleagues across London, Brussels, Madrid, Paris, Copenhagen and Milan, our European team combines the experience of seasoned economists with the agility and energy of a fast-growing firm. This unique combination allows us to deliver exceptional opportunities for our employees and outstanding results for our clients. We are building a culture that values creativity, collaboration, and curiosity. At Econic, fresh ideas are encouraged, and everyone has the opportunity to contribute. We believe that the best solutions come from diverse perspectives, and we’re excited to welcome new team members who are eager to learn, grow, and shape the future with us.

About the Opportunity

Are you excited by the idea of using data to answer important questions? Do you enjoy working with bright, motivated teammates to solve tricky problems? We are hiring a Research Analyst to join our Milan team in January 2027. This is an exciting opportunity for a recent graduate or postgraduate to apply their analytical skills to solve complex challenges, learn from experienced economists, and contribute to projects for major clients across a range of industries. As a Research Analyst at Econic, you'll play a key role in delivering high-quality work to our clients. Working closely with project managers and senior colleagues, you'll analyse data, uncover insights and help communicate findings to clients. You’ll be part of a team that is shaping it’s future and yours.

Key Responsibilities

• Analysing and interpreting data to provide key insights (using statistical programmes to conduct quantitative analyses and create clear data visualisations).
• Applying economic reasoning to solve analytical problems.
• Participating in internal meetings and contributing to the team’s critical thinking.
• Conducting qualitative research on economic theory, market trends and facts, and industry dynamics to support economic arguments.
• Contributing to a positive work environment.

About You

• A recent bachelors and/or masters degree in Economics or a closely related discipline, with a demonstrable interest in microeconomics, industrial organisation and/or econometrics.
• Strong analytical skills, with an enthusiasm for working with data, solving problems and thinking critically.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in English, with additional languages beneficial.
• The ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment.

Why Join Us

• Collaborative culture – join a supportive team where you're encouraged to share your ideas, develop your skills and enjoy your work.
• Real impact – your analysis will contribute directly to projects for leading clients across a wide range of industries.
• Learn and grow – work alongside experienced economists and gain hands-on experience on real-world cases.
• Competitive package – receive a generous salary and bonus, alongside benefits including life insurance, private medical insurance, annual leave and hybrid working arrangements.

Please note that this position is open to candidates that can start full time employment in January 2027.