What are the responsibilities and job description for the Researcher/Associate, egX position at Eurasia Group?
Title: Researcher or Associate, Daily and Other Products
Background: egX, Eurasia Group’s new platform-style business, is fast becoming the hub for solutions to complex business problems where politics is a key vector. We deploy best-in-class political insights into the heart of business challenges so that companies get a single holistic picture upon which to base a business decision. Our clients love us because we solve their problem in its entirety; fusing political insights with whatever other skill set(s) are necessary to arrive at a solution. And we do so by building teams / solutions that draw on Eurasia Group’s in-house analyst platform and trusted external partners.
The role: The main responsibility is to assist in the production of the flagship daily and relevant macroeconomic and market content for other EgX products. The candidate should have market and macroeconomic training and experience in using financial and market databases, spreadsheet, and other analytical tools.
Qualifications: The ideal qualifications include NYC-based, 2-3 years of market experience, some applied experience in use of STATA or other statistical software, and a Master’s degree in international relations, political science, finance, or economics.
To apply for this position, apply here.
Reporting Line: Alex Kazan, Chief Strategy Officer, egX
Perks of working at egX:
· 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.
- Flexible work environment, with contemporary offices located in New York (Flatiron), DC (DuPont Circle) and London (Clerkenwell).
- PTO bank of 23 days, 10 paid holidays and 2 summer Fridays.
- A strong belief in work-life balance.
- Competitive salary plus incentive compensation plan.
- Rich benefits package – The firm 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.
- Business casual dress code.
egX is an equal opportunity employer.