Associate, Asia

Associate, China

Eurasia Group is seeking a motivated analyst of China’s politics and political economy. This role would involve working with the current China team to deepen coverage of macroeconomic and financial policies, economic reform implementation at the sector-level, and Chinese political developments. The ideal candidate should have a strong understanding of the contours of Chinese economic policymaking and the politics driving it. We are looking for a candidate with robust training in both politics and in macroeconomics.

In this role, you will assess the politics of economic policies in China that are of relevance to Eurasia Group’s financial and corporate clients. You will have the ability to analyze specific sectors of the Chinese economy, and issues of concern to multinational companies in China, such as industrial and technology policies, market access barriers, and investment regulations.

You will perform in-depth research and will write both short analyses and longer papers. You will therefore have excellent analytical and presentation (oral and written) skills and the ability to write in a good, succinct style at native English standard.

We are looking for a candidate with a graduate degree in politics or economics (or equivalent work experience). Your background will need to convey your capacity as an analyst and your knowledge of China. You must understand the relevance of your analysis to a broad range of investors and companies. Previous consulting experience and in-country experience is preferred. Fluent Mandarin Chinese skills are required.

Applicants will be considered for the firm’s offices in Washington, DC and New York. All applicants must be eligible to work in either the United States.

To apply for the position, please submit your cover letter and resume here. This position is available immediately. The resume evaluation process will take place on an on-going basis until the position has been filled.

Perks of working at Eurasia Group:

• An amazing mission -- to help our clients capitalize on the opportunities and manage the risks created by the impact of politics on markets around the world.
  
• The opportunity to work with a talented and entrepreneurial team in a global environment.
  
• PTO bank of 23 days, 10 paid holidays and 2 summer Fridays.
  
• A strong belief in work-life balance. Business casual dress code.
  
• Competitive salary plus incentive compensation plan.
  
• Rich benefits package – EG contributes 82-90% to medical and dental premiums, 100% employer-paid LTD, STD and life insurance, 401(k) plus fully vested employer match and pre-tax commuter benefits.
  
• Employee referral program that begins at $1000.