Managing Economist (AEA 2027)

BRG; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 240,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Signing bonus

Annual bonuses

Career growth

Job summary

BRG is seeking a Managing Economist for its Economics, Disputes, and Investigations practice to join our Chicago offices. You will work with leading economists, academics, and data professionals to apply economic theory and empirical research to complex real-world matters.

The role offers ownership of engagement workstreams and opportunities for career growth. The ideal candidate will hold a PhD in economics with a focus in econometrics or related fields, have strong analytical abilities, and

Qualifications

• PhD in economics with a research focus in empirical industrial organization, applied economics, microeconomics, econometrics, finance, or labor economics.
• Experience applying econometric modeling techniques.
• Experience using AI tools to support research, data analysis, or modeling.
• Strong publication record demonstrating technical expertise.

Responsibilities

• Design economic, statistical, and financial analyses.
• Develop models of financial data and markets.
• Manage client relationships and present deliverables.
• Mentor junior staff and oversee project teams.
• Contribute to quality control, industry research, and business development.

Skills

PhD in Economics

Econometrics

Leadership

Communication

Education

PhD in Economics (empirical focus)

Tools

Stata

R

SQL

Excel

Job description

We Do Consulting Differently Bring your research to the questions that shape markets, industries, and high-stakes legal outcomes. As a Managing Economist in BRG’s Economics, Disputes, and Investigations practice, you will work alongside leading economists, academics, industry specialists, and data professionals to apply economic theory, empirical research, and rigorous analysis to complex real-world matters. BRG combines world-leading academic credentials with practical business expertise and a collaborative, entrepreneurial culture. Our economists contribute to significant litigation and consulting engagements, including matters involving antitrust and competition, intellectual property, securities and financial markets, and other complex economic disputes. With direct access to senior professionals and experts, you will have the opportunity to take meaningful ownership of your work, expand your technical and leadership capabilities, and build a long-term career as an economic consultant. BRG has been recognized by Forbes as one of America’s Best Management Consulting Firms and by Global Competition Review as a leading economics consultancy. Our continued growth creates outstanding opportunities for 2027 job market candidates who want to deepen their expertise, solve consequential problems, and develop in a firm that prioritizes intellectual rigor, collaboration, and career growth. We are seeking Economists, Financial Economists, and Econometricians who are motivated to address complex applied economics questions. BRG supports the development of its PhD hires through hands‑on engagement experience, structured training, and mentorship from senior staff and experts. Our economists work in highly collaborative environments across our Boston, Chicago, Los Angeles, and Washington, D.C. offices. This position requires a highly motivated problem solver with strong analytical abilities, excellent organizational and writing skills, and a desire to collaborate as an integral member of our project teams. Ideal candidates will have prior experience or a strong interest in litigation or economic consulting. Managing Economists execute and oversee engagement workstreams that may be quantitative or qualitative.

Responsibilities

• Designing economic, statistical, and financial analyses.
• Developing models of financial data and markets.
• Managing client relationships and developing and presenting client deliverables.
• Managing and mentoring junior staff.
• Conducting quality control and industry research and contributing to business development.

Qualifications

• A PhD in economics from a reputable university, with a research focus in empirical industrial organization, applied economics, microeconomics, econometrics, finance, or labor economics.
• Experience applying econometric modeling techniques.
• Prior internship or work experience in antitrust, securities, financial economics, or capital markets is preferred.
• A strong interest in economic, statistical, or financial analysis and research.
• Experience using artificial intelligence tools to support research, data analysis, modeling, or other analytical workflows.
• A strong record of technical expertise demonstrated through authored publications or research.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and analytical or relational database software, such as Stata, R, or Microsoft SQL, and a desire to expand those capabilities.
• Excellent communication, critical thinking, analytical, and leadership skills.

Compensation and Benefits

Base salary for Managing Economists is expected to range from $240,000 to $260,000, depending on qualifications, skills, and relevant experience.

• Employees may also be eligible for a signing bonus and annual performance bonuses.
• Clear path for career growth and advancement.

Salary Range: $240,000 - $260,000

Application Timeline

This year, BRG is offering an early decision process for candidates who intend to focus their job search on private‑sector economic consulting. To qualify, candidates must expect to complete their PhD by spring 2027 or earlier. The application deadline is October 18, 2026. For candidates following the standard AEA job market timeline, the application deadline is January 31, 2027. Interviews will take place in November and December, and offers are expected to be made before the end of the year.

About BRG

BRG combines world-leading academic credentials with world‑tested business expertise and purpose‑built emerging technologies. Our culture centers on agility and connectivity which sets us apart and gets you ahead. At BRG, our professionals include specialist consultants, industry experts, renowned academics, and leading‑edge data scientists. Together, they bring a diversity of real‑world experience, data, and human and artificial intelligence, to economics, disputes, and investigations; corporate finance; and performance improvement services that address the most complex challenges facing organizations across the globe. Our unique structure nurtures the interdisciplinary relationships that give us the edge, laying the groundwork for more informed insights and more original, incisive thinking. When paired with our global reach and resources, our diverse perspectives and technical capabilities make us uniquely capable to address our clients’ challenges. We get results because we know how to apply our thinking to your world.

Equal Opportunity Employer

BRG is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, gender, national origin, age, United States military veteran status, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, family structure, medical condition including genetic characteristics or information, veteran status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law.

Equal Opportunity Employer

BRG is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, gender, national origin, age, United States military veteran status, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, family structure, medical condition including genetic characteristics or information, veteran status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law.

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