2027 Analysts - US

Compass Lexecon LLC; United States; On-site; USD 95,000 - 116,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship program

Onboarding training

Learning opportunities

Competitive pay

Job summary

Compass Lexecon is hiring Analysts to join our Competition and Finance Practices for Summer 2027. As an Analyst, you will work on multiple projects, performing quantitative and qualitative analysis and preparing materials for clients and regulatory processes.

You will collaborate with economists, analysts, and case managers from day one, building a broad skill set while contributing to reports, government filings, and other deliverables for high-stakes disputes.

Qualifications

• Strong academic background in economics, finance or a related quantitative field.
• Demonstrated quantitative and qualitative research and analytical skills.
• Interest in economics/finance, statistical programming and data analysis.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct quantitative research and analysis across multiple projects.
• Review academic papers, analyst reports, and other sources to inform findings.
• Create tables, charts and visual representations of analyses.
• Summarize and communicate findings to the team and clients.
• Ensure accuracy through audit and quality control processes.

Skills

Quantitative research

Qualitative research

Data analysis

Written and verbal communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in economics/finance or related quantitative field

Tools

Stata

SAS

R

Python

Job description

Who We Are

We are one of the world’s leading economic consulting firms. We strive to recruit and develop talented people to work together to produce meaningful economic analysis of exceptional quality, and to create a positive impact on our clients and society. Our Competition Practice provides expert economic advice on competition policy, economic and financial regulation, public policy and the assessment of damages in complex disputes.

About the Role

We are hiring Analysts to join our Competition and Finance Practices in Summer 2027. As an Analyst, you will typically work on multiple projects simultaneously, building a diverse skill set while contributing meaningfully across all phases of a project, from early-stage research and data gathering through the preparation of expert reports, government filings, and other materials for clients. You will work closely with other analysts, economists, and case managers on a range of quantitative and qualitative tasks. The work is substantive from day one: your analyses will directly support the economists and experts whose work informs regulatory decisions, litigation outcomes, and important business and policy decisions.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct quantitative research and analysis, including compiling, cleaning, and, analyzing large data sets.
• Conduct qualitative research and analysis, including reviewing, summarizing, and identifying relevant information from academic papers, analyst reports, press releases, industry literature and a wide range of documents produced in litigation.
• Create tables, charts, and other visual representations of analyses.
• Summarize and communicate research and analytical findings to team embers and clients.
• Ensure accuracy of work product using established audit and quality control processes.

What We're Looking For

We're looking for intellectually curious, analytically minded candidates who are eager to apply economic thinking to real-world issues. A strong academic foundation matters, but so does the drive to keep learning once you're here.

Required Qualifications

• Strong academic background with a bachelor’s degree in economics, finance, or a related quantitative field
• Demonstrated quantitative and qualitative research and analytical skills.
• Strong interest in Economics/Finance, statistical programming and data analysis.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Significant coursework in economics, finance, mathematics, statistics, data science, or other quantitative fields
• Introductory knowledge of Stata, SAS, R, Python or other statistical software
• Strong time management skills, with the ability to complete multiple tasks on tight deadlines while maintaining close attention to detail
• Ability to work well independently and as part of a team.

Your Development At Compass Lexecon

At Compass Lexecon, the Analyst role is designed to be a valuable launching pad for your career. From day one, the firm is committed to helping new analysts grow and succeed by providing mentorship, comprehensive onboarding training, and on-the-job learning opportunities through a diverse range of casework. The analytical depth and breadth of industry exposure you gain here provides exceptional preparation for the next stage of your career, whether that means graduate school or continued growth within the firm. This role is outstanding preparation for graduate programs in economics, business, public policy and law, and our alumni have been accepted into programs at top universities. Many of our senior economists and leaders began their careers as analysts, and we take that trajectory seriously as well. Whichever path you choose, we are committed to your long-term development.

Position Classification

Non-Exempt

The base salary for this position is $105,000 plus overtime. Analysts are also eligible for an annual discretionary bonus after their first year, which is based on several factors, including but not limited to employee performance and the overall performance of the firm. Additional compensation may be considered based on relevant work experience, education, and skills. Compass Lexecon offers a compensation and benefits package competitive with other leading economic consulting firms.

About Compass Lexecon

Compass Lexecon is a leading global economic consulting firm. We provide critical economic insight in legal and regulatory proceedings, strategic decisions, and public policy debates, across all industries. Our economists produce creative, compelling solutions, underpinned by rigorous economic thinking and cutting-edge analysis. We have advised clients in matters before regulatory agencies and courts in over 100 jurisdictions and worked for 49 of the current Fortune 50 companies over the last 10 years. We advise on economic issues related to competition policy, economic and financial regulation, public policy and the assessment of damages. Our diverse group of experts and academic affiliates is known for its integrity, creative thinking, and exceptional quality work. Our working approach is firmly grounded in shared values of integrity, excellence and collaboration.

Learn More

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