Job Description

Description

Oxford Economics, a leading economic forecasting and consulting firm, is looking to hire a high-caliber Economist. The role is part of the EMEA macro consultancy team to be based in Oxford's growing Dubai office.



We are looking to expand the team in the Dubai office as we seek to capitalize on growth opportunities in the region. The Middle East is a key market for Oxford's growth objectives, where we already have some significant consultancy projects and aim to rapidly grow revenues from subscriptions and consultancy.



The position will focus on design, implementation and delivery of a variety of economic consultancy modelling projects for the Mideast region. In addition, the position involves supporting Oxford's Mideast macro analysis and engaging with existing clients, as well as helping the sales team develop the subscription base.

More specifically, the role will entail:

Key Responsibilities

Supporting a wide range of macro consultancy projects for clients in the MidEast region, with a focus on macro modelling using OE's Global Economic Model. The position will involve regular travel within the MidEast region. Presenting the house view to clients through client conferences, webinars and meetings. Dealing with Mideast-related client queries and more general queries from clients in the region. Supporting sales and marketing by presenting Oxford's view and products, this could involve extensive travelling the region.

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

Strong academic education in Economics at postgraduate level. Previous experience in using applied macroeconomics models for forecasting and/or scenario analysis. Excellent analytical and quantitative skills. Ability to work effectively in teams across different offices and to tight deadlines. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Strong Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint skills.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)

Oxford Economics is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

About Oxford Economics

Oxford Economics was founded in 1981 as a commercial venture with Oxford University's business college to provide economic forecasting and modelling to UK companies and financial institutions expanding abroad. Since then, we have become one of the world's foremost independent global advisory firms, providing reports, forecasts and analytical tools on more than 200 countries, 250 industrial sectors, and 7,000 cities and regions. Our best-of-class global economic and industry models and analytical tools give us an unparalleled ability to forecast external market trends and assess their economic, social and business impact.

Headquartered in Oxford, England, with regional centres in London, New York, and Singapore, Oxford Economics has offices across the globe in more than 15 cities. We employ more than 400 professional economists, industry experts and business editors--one of the largest teams of macroeconomists and thought leadership specialists. Our global team is highly skilled in a full range of research techniques and thought leadership capabilities, from econometric modelling, scenario framing, and economic impact analysis to market surveys, case studies, expert panels, and web analytics.