Junior Economist - Equity Research

Morgan Stanley
London - United Kingdom
S: Competitive

Description
Morgan Stanley is a leading global financial services firm providing a wide range of investment banking, securities, investment management and wealth management services. The Firm's employees serve clients worldwide including corporations, governments and individuals from more than 1,200 offices in 43 countries.

As a market leader, the talent and passion of our people is critical to our success. Together, we share a common set of values rooted in integrity, excellence and strong team ethic. Morgan Stanley can provide a superior foundation for building a professional career - a place for people to learn, to achieve and grow. A philosophy that balances personal lifestyles, perspectives and needs is an important part of our culture.

Morgan Stanley Investment Research is uniquely committed to being an essential part of our clients' investment process. We strive to be the sell-side research provider that best understands the buy side. Through relevant and timely
conversations with leading investors, we focus resources on risk-reward essentials: identifying the investor debates,assessing the potential outcomes, and uncovering the evidence our clients need to validate their investment decisions.
Our equity analysts cover some 2,900 stocks; our economists, strategists and fixed income analysts cover all major regions and other asset classes around the globe.

Brief:
The successful candidate would contribute to the macroeconomic research of the European economics team as a Junior Economist. The role would include maintaining and creating data files, analysing data, data commentary, forecasting economic data, putting together presentations and undertaking research for medium-term projects. Over time, the role would also involve writing briefing notes, speaking to clients and presenting at meetings.

Morgan Stanley are looking for a highly talented individual who combines strong analytical skills with attention to detail. Applicants need to be able to work within a small, but diverse team, and should be able to both collaborate with, and contribute to, the team's thought process. The ideal candidate will need to be proactive and able to think on their feet. At the same time they will need to work diligently, stay focused on completing the task and be resourceful and enthusiastic. In addition, applicants must be able to work on their own initiative. Be capable of solving problems independently and to question conventional wisdom.

Qualifications
Skills Required:
- Fluent in English and at least one other European language is essential. A good understanding of Greek, Portuguese, Spanish and/or Swedish, Dutch, Danish would be an asset.
- Strong background in macroeconomics required.
- Degree in Economics or Statistics/Econometrics or equivalent.
- Good knowledge of empirical methods and proficiency in using Eviews.
- Excellent IT skills related to data manipulation and interpretation.
- Statistical proficiency and practical experience in time series analysis.
- Strong capabilities to communicate clearly both in written work and in verbal presentations.

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