Tuesday, September 4, 2012

Entry-Level Position: Analyst at Compass Lexecon

Qualifications:

Candidates must have a Bachelor’s degree. A major in Economics, Statistics, or Finance is preferred, but candidates of different backgrounds with proven analytical abilities will be considered and are encouraged to apply. Knowledge of Excel and statistical programming packages such as STATA or SAS are preferred, but not required. Candidates must be highly motivated, analytical, detail oriented, able to work independently or in teams, and have excellent oral and written communication skills.

We are interested in individuals graduating in May 2013 and recent graduates.

Job Description:

Compass Lexecon is an economics and business consulting firm with offices in Boston, MA; Washington, DC; Chicago, IL; Oakland, CA; Los Angeles, CA; New York NY; and Tucson, AZ. We currently are recruiting Analysts for our Washington, DC office.

Compass Lexecon provides economic analysis, business advice, and litigation support to major corporations throughout the U.S. and abroad, trade organizations, governments, and law firms. Our firm specializes in competition, antitrust, and regulatory matters in sectors such as high technology, health care, telecommunications, transportation, energy, environment, and entertainment. Compass Lexecon offers a unique combination of leading academic economists, individuals at the forefront of public policy debates, and an internal staff with broad educational qualifications and extensive consulting experience.

Compass Lexecon is interviewing for the position of Analyst. The position demands knowledge of or interest in microeconomics, a broad range of research skills, and the ability to perform quantitative analysis. Analysts work with case teams in nearly all aspects of project work including a variety of quantitative and qualitative tasks, such as: (a) data gathering and analysis, including spreadsheet modeling and regression analysis; (b) industry research; (c) review of analyst reports and business documents produced in litigation; (d) production of expert reports, government filings, and client presentations; and (e) ensuring the quality of all work product.

Candidates must have a Bachelor’s degree. A major in Economics, Statistics, or Finance is preferred, but candidates of different backgrounds with proven analytical abilities will be considered and are encouraged to apply. Knowledge of Excel and statistical programming packages such as STATA or SAS are preferred, but not required. Candidates must be highly motivated, analytical, detail oriented, able to work independently or in teams, and have excellent oral and written communication skills.

We are hiring immediately for positions beginning in Fall 2013. Compensation and benefits are competitive with other major economic consulting firms. We are interested in individuals graduating in May 2013 and recent graduates.

Compass Lexecon is a division of FTI Consulting and is recognized as a leader in antitrust, mergers, and intellectual property matters. Compass Lexecon is an equal opportunity employer.

 Please provide a cover letter, resume, transcript, and writing sample. Applications should be sent to the following email address: DCRecruiting@compasslexecon.com