Junior Economist

Security Bank Corporation; Philippines; On-site; PHP 240,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

Security Bank Corporation is seeking a Junior Economist to support the Research Head in publishing Economic Updates and Morning Market Updates. You will gather and process macroeconomic data on the Philippines and select economies, develop econometric models, and formulate economic forecasts while preparing client presentations on global and Philippine outlook.

You will contribute to the Research Division's daily workflow by collecting data, producing reports, and assisting with events and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Economics, Finance, Mathematics, or Statistics.
• 1–3 years related experience.
• Knowledgeable in economic research and econometric/software.
• Excellent writing and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Assists in gathering and processing Philippine and select economies' macroeconomic data.
• Develops econometric models and formulates economic forecasts.
• Prepares client presentations on global and Philippine macroeconomic outlook.
• Supports daily research tasks and data reporting.

Skills

Data analysis

Econometrics

Forecasting

Writing skills

Presentation skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Economics, Finance, Mathematics, Statistics

Tools

R

Python

Stata

Matlab

EViews

Job description

As a Junior Economist, you will assists the Research Head/Chief Economist in publishing Economic Updates and Morning Market Updates; gathering and processing macroeconomic data on the Philippines and select economies (ex. US, EU, China, Japan, etc.); developing econometric models and formulating economic forecasts; and preparing client presentations on global and Philippine macroeconomic updates and outlook. Contributes to the Research Division's daily work through gathering and processing of Philippine and global macroeconomic data and preparing economic reports and presentations.

How you'll contribute

• Analyzes the economic fundamentals of the Philippines and select economies using data analysis, statistical tools, econometric techniques, and forecasting methodologies
• Prepares macroeconomic views and presentations based on the results of completed data-driven analysis to summarize key messages and deliver them clearly
• Assists in arranging economic-related events and/or access to government agencies in order to meet clients' requirements or offer as value-added research

What we're looking for

• Bachelor's degree in Economics, Finance, Mathematics, Statistics
• At least 1-3 years related experience
• Knowledgeable in Economic research, Econometric/Statistical softwares (ex. R, Python, Stata, Matlab, Eviews)
• Excellent writing and presentation skills