Associate Analyst or Analyst – Energy & Natural Resources, Madrid

Responsibilities Design and build quantitative models and apply econometric analysis to economic and financial data; collect market, industry, company, and competitor information; review, summarize and analyze industry trends; manage large data sets and develop code for complex analysis; contribute to auction design and/or simulation; develop pricing systems for infrastructure; analyze financial market data; create trial exhibits; draft memos, expert reports, and presentation materials; and participate in team meetings and conference calls.

This is a team‑based, multi‑task environment that requires precision work, both qualitative and quantitative, often with tight deadlines.

Opportunities

Apply the technical skills and knowledge gained during graduate studies

Conduct high‑powered economic research across a wide variety of industries

Perform and develop cutting‑edge economic analysis on complex real‑life issues

Write research reports and prepare client presentations for senior staff and clients to help them make informed economic decisions

Influence project strategy, including the preparation and presentation of oral and written submissions

Collaborate with in‑house experts and outside academics

Develop and strengthen both project and people management skills

Opportunity to develop and deliver internal training sessions

Requirements





Hold a BA/BSc and a Master’s or PhD in Economics or a related discipline with exceptional academic records. Profiling in microeconomics, industrial organization, econometrics, or finance is of particular interest, but strong analytic and empirical economists from any field are welcome.

Enjoy microeconomics and quantitative research

Have a good working knowledge of Excel, Stata, R, Python, or other statistical and analytical software. Experience with AI‑assisted coding tools such as GitHub Copilot or Codex is also desirable.

Have strong attention to detail and be able to think analytically and critically

Strong communication skills in English and Spanish, both written and spoken, are essential

Be able to work effectively both individually and in teams

What We Offer

Opportunity to work on high‑profile projects, applying the knowledge and skills acquired during your studies to real‑world problems

Competitive salary and extensive benefits package

Support to develop through high‑quality training in NERA practice‑specific topics, quantitative and analytical methods, and the effective use of AI‑assisted tools

A ‘buddy’ mentor to help integrate you into the firm and provide ongoing support

Firm‑sponsored social activities

A hybrid working model providing the benefits of working remotely and together in the office

Possibility of travel, as needed by projects

Job Code: R_357102

#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 NERA Associate Analyst/Analyst - Energy & Natural Resources (Madrid)
🏢 Nera
📍 Madrid