OPENING FROM COMPETITION PRACTICE - ALL LOCATIONS We are one of the world’s leading economic consulting firms. We strive to recruit and develop talented people to work together to produce meaningful economic analysis of exceptional quality, and to create a positive impact on our clients and society. Our European Competition Practice provides expert economic advice on competition policy, economic and financial regulation, public policy and the assessment of damages in complex disputes. We are looking to hire economists to help us to provide advice to our clients on some of the most high-profile cases before the European Commission, the General Court and national competition authorities, regulators and courts. We believe that working in diverse teams, where everybody’s views are considered and respected, helps us to deliver work of the highest standards of quality and integrity. About the role: We pride ourselves on providing Interns with an opportunity to make a significant impact from day one. As an Intern you will gain extensive hands-on experience of working at an economic consultancy. You will contribute to cases in a variety of ways, working closely with senior staff to understand the issues that face the client, relating those issues to relevant economic theory, and supporting the analysis with solid and persuasive empirical evidence. Interns typically join us for 3 - 6 months during, in-between, or shortly after completing their economics degree(s). Please indicate in your cover letter when you would be available to start your internship.
Key responsibilities:
1. Analysing qualitative and quantitative client data to better understand how competition works in their industry
2. Reviewing literature and contributing to discussions about the theoretical and empirical approach
3. Conducting empirical analysis using Excel and Stata
4. Drafting reports summarising analysis
5. Participating in client meetings and conference calls
Skills/profile sought:
6. Final year of undergraduate degree, undertaking or recently completed Master’s, or in economics, ideally with focus on microeconomics, industrial organisation and/or econometrics
7. Highly analytical
8. Strong organisational and communication skills
9. Accuracy and attention to detail
10. Ability to work independently and as part of a team
11. Stata and Excel skills desirable
Benefits of working at Compass Lexecon:
12. Competitive salary and benefits
13. A wide variety of interesting and challenging projects
14. An international team with a broad range of backgrounds and experience
15. A blend of professional and academic environments
16. The opportunity to work with top law firms, corporations, government bodies and academics
17. A steep learning curve, coupled with a supportive and collaborative team
18. The opportunity to contribute from day one