Economist Senior Director

<p class="job-description-header">Who We Are</p><p>Boston Consulting Group partners with leaders in business and society to tackle their most important challenges and capture their greatest opportunities. BCG was the pioneer in business strategy when it was founded in 1963. Today, we help clients with total transformation-inspiring complex change, enabling organizations to grow, building competitive advantage, and driving bottom-line impact.<br><br>To succeed, organizations must blend digital and human capabilities. Our diverse, global teams bring deep industry and functional expertise and a range of perspectives to spark change. BCG delivers solutions through leading-edge management consulting along with technology and design, corporate and digital ventures—and business purpose. We work in a uniquely collaborative model across the firm and throughout all levels of the client organization, generating results that allow our clients to thrive.</p><br><br><p class="job-description-header">What You'll Do</p><p>The BCG Institute, Boston Consulting Group’s think tank, is looking for an experienced Economist (Focus: Europe) to join the Center for Macroeconomics, working alongside BCG’s Chief Economist and Managing Director and Partner, and BCG’s Senior Economist. <br><br>The BCG Center for Macroeconomics publishes technical research for clients, contributes op-eds and commentary to leading business publications, and advises senior business leaders on macroeconomic risk ongoingly. The Economist (Focus: Europe) will be a critical part of the team, helping the team establish consistent coverage of European economies while contributing to the team’s overall activities. <br><br>We are seeking an accomplished and strategic leader with extensive experience in publishing macroeconomic thought leadership built upon an advanced understanding of global and specifically European macroeconomics. The ideal candidate will have a strong track record of producing high-impact insights on European macroeconomics, influencing and communicating with senior stakeholders, and shaping thought leadership in the macroeconomic landscape. They will have developed this expertise within the asset management industry, an investment bank, a multilateral organization, a top-tier think tank, or a leading professional services firm. A deep understanding of global macroeconomic trends, current economic debates, and an interest in economic history is a must. <br><br><strong>You’re Good At</strong></p><ul><li>In partnership with the Managing Director & Partner (MDP) and Senior Economist, develop and execute the firm’s macroeconomic research priorities, ensuring Europe’s economic landscape is fully integrated into the global strategy of the Center for Macroeconomics (CME)</li><li>Analyzing key economic, monetary, and fiscal developments across European markets, identifying their strategic implications for global clients and business leaders</li><li>Translating complex macroeconomic data into clear, actionable insights, engaging with C-suite leaders, policymakers, and industry forums across Europe</li><li>Acting as a trusted macroeconomic advisor, providing high-level counsel to senior executives, investment teams, and external stakeholders</li><li>Independently designing, building, and refining sophisticated macroeconomic analyses and scenarios that inform strategic business decisions</li><li>Leveraging advanced quantitative analysis and data visualization to develop unique perspectives on economic risks, market opportunities, and policy implications</li><li>Taking full ownership and drive key research initiatives, ensuring that European macroeconomic perspectives are effectively integrated into the firm’s global strategy</li><li>Partnering with senior leadership across multiple business units to integrate macroeconomic insights with a European angle into broader corporate strategies <br><br></li></ul><br><br><p class="job-description-header">What You'll Bring</p><ul><li>Minimum bachelor’s degree (master’s degree preferred) in Economics from a top-tier institution</li><li>Minimum of 8-10 years in macroeconomic research, strategy, or advisory roles within financial services, consulting, or policy institutions with substantial experience in the European markets a must</li><li>Deep understanding of international macroeconomics particularly implications from and for Europe, geopolitical risks, policy shifts, and their strategic business implications</li><li>Demonstrated ability to shape strategic research agendas independently and provide macro-level advisory at the highest levels</li><li>Ability to articulate economic insights and strategic implications effectively to senior executives, investment committees, and board members – communicating well in visual, written, and spoken form</li><li>Have a demonstrated history of contributing to and/or authoring thought leadership on European topics</li><li>Strong expertise in working with macroeconomic databases (Haver, Bloomberg) and strong knowledge of European macro data </li></ul><br><br><p class="job-description-header">Who You'll Work With</p><p><br>You will report to BCG’s Chief Economist and Managing Director and Partner, based in New York as part of the BCG Institute’s Center for Macroeconomics.</p><br><br><p class="job-description-header">Additional info</p><p>At BCG, our people and relationships are at the heart of everything we do. We believe that in-person collaboration plays an important role in our culture, mentorship, and professional development.</p><p><br>For this role, you will generally be expected to work from a BCG office or in person with clients on a regular basis (typically around 50% of working time), depending on business needs and in line with local policies and practices.</p><p> </p><p>We aim to provide a dynamic and collaborative environment that fosters connection and teamwork.</p><p> </p><p><span><span>Boston Consulting Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, </span><span>gender identity / expression, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under national, provincial, or local law, where applicable, and those with criminal histories will be considered in a manner consistent with applicable state and local laws.</span></span></p><br><br><p>Boston Consulting Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity / expression, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under national, provincial, or local law, where applicable, and those with criminal histories will be considered in a manner consistent with applicable state and local laws. <br>BCG is an E - Verify Employer. <a href="https://careers.bcg.com/global/en/e-verify" target="_blank">Click here </a> for more information on E-Verify.</p>