FI Economic Analyst
Chicago, IL 
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Posted 18 days ago
Job Description
Description

The Economic Analyst position reports directly to staff economists and supports the economics department in modeling and forecasting. This role will include analyzing data and using critical thinking skills to develop models to forecast economic indicators and interest rates, as well as assisting the economics team in day-to-day activities.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONISIBILITES

  • Forecasts economic conditions, analyzes related date, and documents research findings.
  • Calculates economic models which detail risks, sources, and decisions for management.
  • Extracts data from reliable publications and economic sources to support planning initiatives, resources, and growth.
  • Assess the value and analyze the risks of fixed-income securities, including bonds and other financial products.
  • Research and evaluate market conditions and analyze trends to guide investors on the most significant risk factors, including credit and interest rate risk.

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Ability to conduct research and analysis.
  • Strong understanding of the economy and financial markets.
  • Experience with modeling and forecasting.
  • Ability to manage priorities, deadlines, and tasks to meet and accomplish goals.
  • Effective communication skills and the ability to relay information well in both written and verbal form.
  • Solid and reliable mathematical skills.
  • Ability to use logic and reasoning to identify complex problems, review related information, develop options, and implement solutions.
  • Solid analytical skills and a track record of adopting a creative approach to solving complex process problems.
  • Ability to communicate complex concepts clearly to stakeholders in the organization.

EDUCATION AN EXPERIENCE

  • Minimum required: Bachelor's degree in Mathematics, Finance, Economics, Computer Science, or related field,
  • Minimum required: 0-2 years of related work experience.

LICENSES AND CREDENTIALS

  • Minimum required: none.

SYSTEMS AND TECHNOLOGY

  • Stata, Python, SAS, SQL, Bloomberg, MS Office preferred
  • Other languages and skills accepted as candidate must have a comfortability with accessing, researching, analyzing and presenting economic data
Qualifications

Education
Bachelors of ECONOMICS (preferred)





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discrimination.

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transfers, promotions, training, termination, working conditions, compensation, benefits, and other
terms and conditions of employment. All Stifel associates are responsible for implementing this
EEO policy in their daily actions, conduct and decisions. All associates are expected to treat each
other with respect and professionalism.

Stifel is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

 

Job Summary
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full Time
Required Education
Bachelor's Degree
Required Experience
0 to 2 years
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