Associate - Generalist (MBA/MA) (2027 Start Date)

UNAVAILABLE; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 171,000 - 209,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary annual bonus

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

Analysis Group in Boston seeks an Associate - Generalist (MBA) to tackle complex economic and litigation problems in a collaborative environment. You will lead quantitative analyses, coordinate research, and contribute to expert reports across multiple cases and offices.

The ideal candidate holds an MBA or master's in economics/finance, has strong analytical and writing skills, and thrives in a team-oriented culture. Openings in Boston, Chicago, Denver, and San Francisco.

Qualifications

• MBA or master's degree in economics, finance, or business.
• Strong quantitative and research skills with analytical/problem-solving ability.
• Clear written and verbal communication; team-oriented mindset.
• Experience applying research to client challenges and preparing reports.

Responsibilities

• Lead quantitative analyses and empirical model development for cases.
• Oversee literature review and evaluation of client documents.
• Collaborate with experts and prepare client deliverables and reports.
• Participate in firm-life initiatives including recruiting and inclusion.

Skills

Quantitative analysis

Research skills

Communication

Collaboration

Education

MBA or master's degree

Tools

SAS

R

Stata

Python

Job description

Overview

About Analysis Group:

Make an impact at Analysis Group, where we provide our clients with thoughtful, pragmatic solutions to their most challenging business and litigation problems—within a collaborative, inclusive culture that values curiosity, teamwork, and continuous learning. Analysis Group is one of the largest private economics consulting firms, with more than 1,500 professionals across 15 offices in North America, Europe, and Asia. Since 1981, we have provided expertise in economics, finance, health care analytics, and strategy to top law firms, Fortune Global 500 companies, and government agencies worldwide. Our internal experts, together with our network of affiliated experts from academia, industry, and government, offer our clients exceptional breadth and depth of expertise.

• We offercutting-edge analysesand analytical tools to address business challenges that require rigorous, evidence-based research.
• We collaborate withtop professors from leading institutionsto create a bridge between current academic thinking and real business issues.
• We assistpremier law firmsin many different litigation contexts, including antitrust, intellectual property and commercial damages, and with all aspects of litigation, including pretrial discovery, development of economic and financial models, preparation of testimony, and critique of opposing experts.
• We advisecorporate and government clientson a range of business issues that require expert interpretation of economic and financial data, including valuation of companies and assets, securities and financial instruments, tax and transfer pricing issues, cost-effectiveness analyses, market analyses, and evaluation of mergers and acquisitions.
• We also help organizationscreate strategies for growthby analyzing market dynamics and organizational capabilities, enhancing innovation in current products and services, and identifying new market opportunities.
• We have received the Boston Bar Association’s President’s Award for the firm’spro bono workon civil legal aid and homelessness, and the firm’sinnovative approach to recruitmenthas been featured prominently in major outlets, including the Financial Times and Leaders magazine.
• We have also been recognized as abest place to work in several top national surveys, including Glassdoor’s Best Places to Work and Employees’ Choice awards (small and medium business category) and Vault’s Consulting 50, where we ranked 17th overall and as the top-ranked economic consulting firm.

About the Associate Position:

As an associate, you have the opportunity to work on complex business problems within an inclusive and collaborative environment. Associates can expect to work on multiple projects at a time across various practice areas and industries. Associates can expect to play a critical role in driving the research, analysis, and strategy of cases. Responsibilities may include:

• Quantitative analyses and modeling: you will help lead the development of empirical models to address our clients’ needs using tools such as SAS, R, Stata, Python.
• Qualitative research: you will contribute to and oversee the review of academic and industry research; you will evaluate client documents to develop support to address our clients’ needs.
• Preparation of reports/collaboration with experts: you will assist in the development of expert reports and other client deliverables; you will collaborate with internal and external experts to identify innovative, evidence-based solutions to our clients’ problems.
• Team building and collaboration: you will collaborate with colleagues at all levels and across offices as part of your portfolio of case work, helping to foster a collaborative and inclusive team environment.
• Firm-building initiatives: you will contribute to firm life by participating in recruiting, mentoring, and inclusion initiatives; pro bono work; and business development and marketing activities (including marketing calls and pitch material development).

Analysis Group fosters a progressive and academically oriented work environment, with an emphasis on teamwork and collaboration across diverse areas of expertise. The ideal candidate will possess

• An advanced graduate degree (MBA or master’s degree) in economics, finance, or general business; if applying with a master’s degree (non-MBA), at least four years of relevant work experience is required.
• Strong quantitative and research skills, including analytical and creative problem-solving abilities; familiarity with AI tools; the ability to apply targeted research to address client challenges; intellectual curiosity with a strong desire to continuously learn; and the ability to anticipate and respond effectively to opposing arguments.
• Clear and effective written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex ideas clearly and concisely.
• Demonstrated interpersonal skills and a collaborative mindset, with the ability to work independently and within a team setting.

• A strong academic track record, with demonstrated attention to detail, organizational skills, and a commitment to producing high-quality work.

Except in exceptional circumstances, candidates who willrequirefuture visa sponsorship must have a STEM-eligible degree and at least36 monthsof valid post-graduation work authorization,such as F-1 OPT or J-1 Academic Training to join the firm. For such individuals,AnalysisGroup will provide post-hire immigration support, asappropriate underprevailing immigration and firm policy.

Analysis Group offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the health and well-being of our employees. The estimated salary for this position is $190,000. Actual compensation will be based on several factors, including relevant experience, education, skills, and qualifications. This position is also eligible for a discretionary annual bonus based in large part on individual performance. Additional information about Analysis Group’s benefits offerings can be found here.

Analysis Group embraces equal opportunity. We are committed to building teams that bring a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills, as we believe that a strong and inclusive workforce directly supports our goal of providing the highest-quality work. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or any other class protected under applicable federal, state, or local law, and we encourage candidates of all backgrounds to apply.

The application deadline for the Associate - Generalist (MBA) position isWednesday, September 23, 2026. After the deadline, we may continue reviewing applications on a rolling basis. If you miss the application deadline and the role remains posted, we will still encourage you to apply and you may be considered pending availability.

We currently have openings in Boston, Chicago, Denver, and San Francisco.

For positions based in San Francisco, consideration of qualified candidates with arrest and conviction records will be in a manner consistent with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.

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