Depending on the candidate, day-to-day responsibilities would include:
- Develop and deploy best-in-class economic modelling, including CGE (e.g., GEMPACK, GTAP), Input/Output modelling, regression analysis and forecasting, macroeconomic modelling.
- Develop supporting code to establish supporting modules tailored to client requirements (e.g., to understand firm-specific effects) and develop templates for efficient model runs.
- Produce reliable outputs in a consistent and accessible format, including presentations and dashboards, translating complex data sets into clear, actionable insights.
- Gather, cleanse and refine data inputs from various sources (e.g., national statistical offices, OECD, World Bank) for model population on an ongoing basis, to ensure the models remain up-to-date.
- Ensure the Kroll modelling suite remains up-to-date and best in class, including demonstrating its performance through comparative analysis.
- Contribute to the development of compelling data visualizations and dashboards in Excel and Power BI, translating complex data sets into clear, actionable insights.
- Proactively stay informed of industry best practices and emerging tools through ongoing education and professional development.
- Work with Kroll engagement teams to identify and implement economics solutions, both on economics-specific engagements and working collaboratively with other Kroll teams.
- Supervising and mentoring junior staff.
Essential traits:
- Bachelors or Masters degree in Economics, Finance, Accounting, Computer Science or a related field.
- Minimum 6-9 years of experience creating and improving advanced financial models in Excel.
- Demonstrated leadership experience including managing and developing client relationships and mentoring and developing staff.
- Proven expertise in the development and deployment of relevant economics modelling techniques, solutions and data sources, as well as supporting coding languages.
- A track record in creating data visualization solutions.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and project management abilities.
- Strong communication skills, with the capacity to convey technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, as well as strong verbal and written communication skills.
- A passion for learning and evidence of self-directed learning on technical subjects.
- Ability to work with staff at all levels of the organization
