Senior Macro Economist | Banking Risk & Forecasting

Khanewal; Karachi Division; On-site; PKR 900,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Job summary

Faysal Bank Limited in Karachi, Pakistan is seeking a Senior Economist to lead macroeconomic forecasting, stress testing, and risk analysis. The role demands a PhD and at least five years in economics, with strong modelling and policy analysis skills.

The successful candidate will translate macro developments into actionable insights for strategic planning, capital adequacy, and financial stability within a regulated banking environment.

Qualifications

• PhD in Economics, Financial Economics, Econometrics, or a closely related discipline.
• At least five years of relevant professional experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop baseline macroeconomic forecasts for Pakistan including GDP, inflation, policy rates, FX, external accounts.
• Support ERM with multi-tier stress scenarios and capital planning.
• Develop model-based approaches for risk universe and macroeconomic forecasting.
• Contribute to policy analysis, economic research, and external communications.

Skills

Econometrics

Economic Modelling

Macroeconomic Forecasting

Statistical Analysis

Economic Research

Policy Analysis

Financial Economics

Stress Testing

ICAAP

SBP Regulatory Framework

Basel II/III

Risk Assessment

Capital Planning

Education

PhD in Economics/Financial Economics/Econometrics

Job description

Faysal Bank Limited in Karachi, Pakistan is seeking a Senior Economist to lead macroeconomic forecasting, stress testing, and risk analysis. The role demands a PhD and at least five years in economics, with strong modelling and policy analysis skills.

The successful candidate will translate macro developments into actionable insights for strategic planning, capital adequacy, and financial stability within a regulated banking environment.