Chief European Economist
Company Overview:
Our client is a leading global bank with a strong presence in Europe and a commitment to delivering innovative banking solutions across a range of financial services. Known for having one of the most well-respected macroeconomic research and strategy teams in the industry, the bank also provides an inclusive and collaborative environment that encourages professional growth.
About the Role:
The Chief European Economist will be joining a highly respected sell-side European Economics team. This role will be focused on leading a 6-7 person award-winning European economics team, as well as conducting in-depth economic analysis and research on core Eurozone economies, particularly Germany and France. The ideal candidate will bring a wealth of knowledge and experience in economic modeling, econometric analysis, and macroeconomic research, and will be expected to make an immediate impact by leveraging their European macro background.
Responsibilities:
- Succesfully lead the European Economics team, mentoring and developing the team along the way
- Conduct comprehensive economic research and analysis on core Eurozone economies, with a focus on Germany and France
- Utilize econometric models and quantitative tools such as EViews, Matlab, and Python to analyze economic trends and forecast economic conditions
- Provide insights on thematic macroeconomic topics, including inflation, fiscal policy, and other relevant economic issues
- Produce high-quality economic reports and presentations for both internal stakeholders and external clients
- Engage in a high level of client interaction, presenting research findings and providing economic outlooks to a diverse client base, including hedge funds, real money clients, and corporate clients
- Collaborate closely with Sales & Trading, Strategists, and the global macro team to ensure alignment and integration of economic research into broader market strategies
- Contribute to the development of innovative research ideas and enhance the team`s overall analytical capabilities
Requirements & Qualifications:
- 12-15+ years of experience in economic research, preferably covering core Eurozone economies (Germany and France)
- Previous team leadership experience (ideally leading a team of at least 3-4 people or more)
- Strong quantitative background with experience in econometric analysis and proficiency in tools such as EViews (strongly preferred), Matlab, or similar; Python experience is a plus
- Demonstrable expertise in macroeconomic analysis, including experience with thematic topics such as inflation and fiscal policy
- Experience with medium-to-longer-term inflation forecasting is a plus but not required
- Knowledge of core Eurozone policy and geopolitics is a significant advantage.
- Proficiency in additional languages, such as German or French, would be a strong advantage, allowing for the ability to engage with local media and sources directly
- Proven ability to operate effectively in a sell-side environment, with prior experience in sell-side research, independent research providers (IRPs), Central Banks, Academia, or buy-side roles
- Excellent communication skills, with a track record of engaging with clients and presenting complex economic concepts clearly and effectively.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment and contribute to a culture of continuous learning and excellence
Key Selling Points:
- Flexible Work Environment: Opportunity to work from home 1-2 days per week, supporting a healthy work-life balance
- Access to Extensive Resources: Benefit from the support of the broader macro research team, including access to quantitative analysts to assist with complex economic modeling
- High Client Engagement: The role offers significant client interaction, allowing the successful candidate to actively engage with clients and present research findings
- Global Collaboration: Although Europe is the focus, there will be opportunities to contribute to and write global pieces with other teams across the business on topics such as global trade
- Research Autonomy: The team`s research is driven by what the team finds interesting and relevant to clients, rather than being bound by a strict regular publication schedule, offering greater flexibility and creativity in research topics
