Associate-Economics

Alvarez & Marsal (A&M)
Washington - United States
S: Competitive

Overview:
Alvarez & Marsal (A&M) is a global professional services firm specializing in turnaround and interim management, performance improvement and business advisory services. A&M delivers specialist operational, consulting and industry expertise to management and investors seeking to accelerate performance, overcome challenges and maximize value across the corporate and investment lifecycles. Founded in 1983, the firm is known for its distinctive restructuring heritage, hands-on approach and relentless focus on execution and results.

A&M's Global Forensic and Dispute Services (GFD) practice has set a new standard for bringing a practical, results-oriented approach to solving problems related to business investigations, complex disputes and regulatory interventions. From the boardroom to the courtroom, the firm delivers a wide array of solutions to contentious situations by drawing on the deep skills, diverse disciplines and experiences of its professionals who offer a unique ability to articulate complex findings in a clear and meaningful manner.
Alvarez & Marsal's Global Forensic and Dispute Services practice is seeking Associates for its team in Washington, D.C.

The associate will focus on the following areas: financial markets and institutions, complex financial products/derivatives, financial economics and risk, financial regulation, and financial company accounting.

The associate will work in a team-based, multi-task environment that requires precision work that is both qualitative and quantitative often with tight deadlines.

Responsibilities:
Perform qualitative and quantitative analyses and provide summary of finance, economic, and regulatory issues in the context of business transactions
Review and analyze market and industry data, technical and academic research, and case documents related to client projects and business development
Create financial spreadsheets and models, and apply econometric analysis to financial data based on business issues or transactions being analyzed
Assist with drafting and editing reports and findings, including the preparation of tables, exhibits, and charts
Balance multiple client projects and other responsibilities
Communicate effectively with peers and all levels of engagement management

Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree and strong coursework in finance, economics or related quantitative or business subjects required
High level of proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Strong analytical ability, attention to detail, and ability to work well in a team-based environment
Strong interest in finance, markets, and financial institutions
Flexibility to work to meet tight deadlines
Experience with statistical analysis, econometrics, and computer programming desirable
Some flexibility to travel

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