Economist

The Freedonia Group, Inc. (TFG) offers the most comprehensive collection of market intelligence products and services on the web today. TFG is the leading provider of global market intelligence products and services. We offer a variety of business intelligence solutions that are designed to solve your toughest challenges.

The Freedonia Group, Inc. is seeking an Economic Data Analyst to manage and update recurring composite datasets, forecasts, and reports that form the foundation of our global and U.S. economic analysis. This role blends data management, forecasting, and applied economics, requiring someone who thrives working independently and enjoys diving into a wide range of economic topics — from housing and construction to global motor vehicle trends.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain recurring composites schedule: Update and manage U.S. and Global Composite datasets according to the annual schedule, incorporating national accounts data and other economic indicators.
• Global Market Variables (MVs): Collect, clean, and forecast international data (housing, construction, motor vehicles), aggregating by region or category where needed.
• Data Management: Maintain and organize data archives and statistical, ensuring data integrity and version control.
• Process Documentation: Update and refine process “roadmaps” for U.S. and Global composites, outlining data sources, timing, and workflows.
• Forecast Integration: Work with external sources (e.g., Oxford Economics) to benchmark and incorporate global forecasts; manage aggregation for multi-country regions.
• Ongoing Monitoring: Stay aware of source data changes (e.g., USDA releases, BEA format updates) that may affect automation or collection processes.
• Continuous Cycle Management: Manage multiple overlapping cycles — U.S. and Global composites, quarterly updates, and special indicator requests — ensuring timely delivery.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree (or higher) in Economics, Applied Economics, or a related quantitative field.
• Strong analytical and statistical skills with experience in economic forecasting and data interpretation.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel and familiarity with large datasets; ability to adapt to changing data formats (CSV, pivoted files, PDFs, etc.).
• Experience working independently on long-cycle projects with minimal supervision.
• Broad interest in macroeconomics and sectoral trends — curiosity to become a “mini-expert” in new topics regularly.
• Excellent organizational and documentation skills
• An adjunct professor would be ideal for this position

The Freedonia Group is a growing company with a high standard of excellence. We work in a casual and fun working environment and welcome people with an entrepreneurial spirit. TFG is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

• Comprehensive benefits package includes medical, dental, 401(k), and a Paid-Time Off package that reflects an excellent work/life balance. Competitive salaries will be commensurate with experience.