Info about the team
We are looking to add a junior economist to our European economics team based in London
MAIN DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE ROLE:
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Support London-based research team in analysis, modelling, and forecasting of European economies
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Cover select countries in depth (e.g., France, Netherlands)
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Perform literature searches, read and summarize academic papers and policymaker speeches
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Contribute to the general work flow and internal publications of the team
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Back-up to other team members on their respective tasks
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Limited travel may be required.
WORK EXPERIENCE/BACKGROUND:
Essential
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Bachelor or Master level degree with quantitative major (economics strongly preferred; math, engineering, etc. acceptable in conjunction with appropriate work experience)
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1 – 3 years’ experience in a junior economist or research assistant role at an investment bank, asset manager, central bank, research institute or international organization
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Experience with economic modelling of European economies
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Demonstrated programming skills (Excel and at least one programming language such as Python)
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Team player, proactive, independent
Desirable
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French speaking
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Experience with Haver
Top Skills
What We Do
Founded in 2002, Brevan Howard is a leading global alternative investment management platform, specialising in global macro. We manage assets for institutional investors around the world including sovereign wealth funds, corporate and public pension plans, foundations and endowments.
We have over 1,000 team members and more than 160+ portfolio managers with global offices including London, New York, Geneva, Jersey, Hong Kong, Austin, Abu Dhabi-ADGM, and Singapore.
