Senior Economist

Placements24; Stellenbosch; On-site; ZAR 1,000,000 - 1,600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary with bonuses

Health insurance

Retirement benefits

Professional development

Dynamic Stellenbosch environment

Strategic impact

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a seasoned Senior Economist to contribute to strategic initiatives in Stellenbosch. You will conduct rigorous economic research, forecast conditions, and advise senior management on macro and microeconomic factors shaping financial strategy.

The role offers opportunities to influence business decisions through advanced econometric analysis, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and participate in professional development within a leading financial institution.

Qualifications

• Master's or Ph.D. in Economics or a closely related quantitative field.
• Minimum of 6 years in economic research, forecasting or analysis, preferably in financial services.
• Strong command of econometric techniques and software (Stata, EViews, R).

Responsibilities

• Conduct in-depth research on economic issues, policies, and market developments.
• Develop and maintain macroeconomic and microeconomic models for forecasting.
• Analyze the impact of government policies, global events, and market fluctuations on the business.
• Prepare comprehensive economic reports, briefings, and presentations for stakeholders.
• Advise senior management on economic outlooks and strategic financial planning.
• Collaborate with internal teams to integrate economic analysis into business strategy and decision-making.

Skills

Econometric analysis

Education

Master's or Ph.D. in Economics

Tools

Stata

EViews

R

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a seasoned Senior Economist to contribute to their strategic initiatives within their Stellenbosch office. This role involves conducting rigorous economic research, analyzing market trends, and providing expert insights on macroeconomic and microeconomic factors impacting the financial landscape. You will be responsible for forecasting economic conditions, assessing policy impacts, and advising senior management on economic strategy. This is an excellent opportunity for a thought leader to influence business decisions through sophisticated economic analysis within a respected financial institution.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct in-depth research on economic issues, policies, and market developments.
• Develop and maintain macroeconomic and microeconomic models for forecasting.
• Analyze the impact of government policies, global events, and market fluctuations on the business.
• Prepare comprehensive economic reports, briefings, and presentations for stakeholders.
• Advise senior management on economic outlooks and strategic financial planning.
• Collaborate with internal teams to integrate economic analysis into business strategy and decision-making.

Requirements

• Master's or Ph.D. in Economics or a closely related quantitative field.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in economic research, forecasting, or analysis, preferably in financial services.
• Strong command of econometric techniques and statistical software (e.g., Stata, EViews, R).
• Proven ability to develop complex economic models and interpret quantitative data.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain complex economic concepts clearly.
• Experience in presenting economic analysis to diverse audiences.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with annual performance-related bonuses.
• Comprehensive health insurance and retirement benefits.
• Opportunities for attending economic conferences and professional development.
• Dynamic and intellectually stimulating work environment in Stellenbosch.
• Contribution to shaping the economic strategy of a leading financial organization.