Analyst

Econsult Solutions, Inc; Philadelphia, Northern (Philadelphia County, KY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonuses

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

LTD disability insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Paid holidays

SEPTA Key Advantage Program

Job summary

Econsult Solutions, Inc. is seeking an Analyst to support consulting reports through data analysis, research, writing and data visualization. You will work with project teams on economics, planning, and public policy, and contribute to client-facing materials.

Join a collaborative environment with opportunities to grow professional skills and content knowledge across local projects in Philadelphia and beyond.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree helpful but not required.
• Experience in core job functions including data analysis and report production.
• Spreadsheet modeling, regression analysis, cost-benefit analysis, policy research.

Responsibilities

• Gather data and conduct statistical analysis.
• Identify and summarize technical and policy research.
• Perform economic and statistical modeling with oversight from senior staff.
• Draft and edit client-facing materials (reports, memos, presentations).
• Collaborate with project team to meet deadlines and complete projects.
• Interface with clients in project meetings and correspondence.

Skills

Data analysis

Written & verbal comms

Research

Visualization

Technical tools

Collaboration

Education

Master's degree helpful but not required

Relevant majors: Economics, Planning, Urban Studies, Statistics, Mathematics

Experience in core job functions

Tools

R

Excel

ArcView GIS

IMPLAN

Lightcast

Microsoft Suite

Job description

Analysts at ESI support the production of consulting reports within project teams through analysis, research, writing and data visualization. Analysts contribute directly to ESI’s body of project work at the intersection of economics, planning, and public policy. They also have opportunities to grow their professional skills and content knowledge.

Job functions

• Gather data and conduct statistical analysis
• Identify and summarize technical and policy research
• Perform economic and statistical modeling with oversight from senior staff
• Draft and edit client-facing materials (reports, memos, presentations)
• Work in collaboration with project team to meet deadlines and complete projects, including asking for or providing support across team members and tasks
• Interface with clients as needed in project meetings and correspondence

Required skills

• Data Analysis: Accurate and appropriate use of statistical and economic techniques to produce analytical results from large or complex datasets.
• Written and Verbal Communications: Composition of clear, accurate and professional written reports and correspondence, ability to convey and present complex information clearly
• Research: Ability to find and synthesize relevant literature, best practices or data points to advance project objectives.
• Information Presentation / Visualization: Accuracy and quality in the production of tables, figures, visuals and presentations in standard (Word, PPT) and advanced platforms.
• Technical Software: Proficiency in technical tools (R, GIS, Python, etc.) to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of analysis and information presentation.
• Collaboration and Problem Solving: Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and teammates to identify, confront, and help to address challenges within an analysis or processes.

Qualifications

• Relevant educational background and credentials
• Master’s degree helpful but not required
• Common majors / advanced degrees include: Economics, Planning, Urban Studies, Statistics, Mathematics, Political Science, Public or Social Policy, Spatial Analytics, Geography, Business/Finance
• Relevant academic and/or professional experience in core job functions
• Spreadsheet modeling, regression analysis, cost-benefit analysis, policy research, writing and report production
• Competence in standard software tools and techniques for data analysis and presentation
• Common tools include: R, Excel, ArcView GIS, IMPLAN, Lightcast, Microsoft Suite
• Willingness to learn and an interest in issues involving public policy, urban development, economic growth, land use, and cities.

Compensation

• Competitive base salary, plus opportunity for performance-based bonuses
• Medical, dental, life and LTD disability insurance
• 401(k) with generous company match
• Paid time off, paid holidays
• SEPTA Key Advantage Program

Benefits of employment

• Team-oriented and intellectually stimulating work culture
• Exposure to and participation in important economic and policy issues at the local, regional, and national level
• Opportunity to learn from the experience and expertise of the firm’s principals, all of whom have direct affiliations at local academic institutions such as the University of Pennsylvania, Drexel University and Temple University
• Opportunity for advancement within the firm
• Opportunity to participate in a wide range of topics and industries and interact with a wide range of clients, including those of high prominence in and importance to Philadelphia

ESI is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applicants of every background and do not discriminate on any basis protected by law.