Associate Analyst / Analyst - Energy & Natural Resources (London)

About the role

NERA, an economic consultancy serving law firms, corporations and regulators, is looking for Associate Analysts and Analysts for its Energy and Natural Resources business in London. The work involves evaluating climate change and energy policies, assessing the economic impacts of government policies, designing auctions and preparing expert reports for litigation and arbitration.

Key responsibilities

• Evaluate climate change and energy policies, including emissions, renewable energy and energy efficiency policies
• Assess the economic impacts, costs, benefits and social effects of government policies and regulations
• Carry out auction design and/or simulation and competitor analysis
• Develop pricing systems for transport infrastructure
• Prepare expert reports on economic and finance issues in litigation and international arbitration
• Write research reports and prepare client presentations for senior staff and clients
• Influence project strategy, including oral and written submissions
• Collaborate with in-house experts and outside academics, and deliver internal training sessions

Required profile

• BA/ BSc and a Master's or PhD in Economics with exceptional academic records
• Interest in microeconomics and quantitative research
• Strong attention to detail and analytical thinking
• Strong written and spoken English; fluency in Spanish, French or Italian is useful but not essential
• Able to work independently and in teams

Required skills

• Comfortable working in Excel, Stata, R, Python or other quantitative software
• Application of graduate-level economic analysis to regulated industries across jurisdictions

What we offer

• High-profile projects applying study knowledge to real-world problems
• Competitive salary and a benefits package including a defined contribution pension and health insurance
• Training support and a 'buddy' to help integrate new hires
• Firm-sponsored social activities
• Hybrid working, with at least three days per week in the office
• Possible travel

To apply, submit your CV, cover letter, transcripts and a writing sample through the posting; only complete applications will be considered.