Senior Economist

BBVA Compass
Houston - United States
S: Competitive

BBVA Research is looking for an economist to focus on rigorous and relevant analysis to guide BBVA strategic decisions in the United States.

Essential Functions:
Develop (or assist with the development of) robust economic and statistical models to support business decisions.
Prepare communication releases and presentations for BBVA stakeholders with a forward looking and strategic approach.
Collaborate with members of BBVA Research in other countries.
Perform any and all additional tasks as assigned by company management.

The successful candidate will have the ability to:
Adapt to changing working conditions and a wide variety of projects.
Work in a team environment and under pressure.
Deal with complex situations, and provide creative and innovative solutions.
Optimize cultural differences for better and more creative solutions.
Follow appropriate statistical principles and methods as needed; ensuring that subsequent analysis is valid and avoids bias.
Build and maintain high quality relationships and networks that support BBVA strategic goals/objectives and commitment to society.
Exhibit a professional demeanor, sound judgment, poise and confidence when dealing with internal and external stakeholders.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements for Senior Economist I (Grade 20)
Masters or PhD Degree in Economics.
Minimum of three (3) years of relevant work experience in applied economic analysis/research and/or financial sector.
Proficiency of business and statistical software applications such as Rats, Matlab, Stata, Eviews, Bloomberg, etc.
Strong analytical competence; not just answering the questions right but also asking the right questions.
Advance knowledge of business and statistical software applications.
Strong orientation to detail and project deadlines.
Excellent written and oral communication in English.

Minimum Requirements for Senior Economist II (Grade 21)
PhD Degree in Economics with a minimum of three (3) or more years of relevant experience applied economic analysis/research and/or financial sector, or a Masters in Economics with six (6) years of relevant experience in applied economic analysis/research and/or financial sector.
Proficiency of business and statistical software applications.
Advance knowledge of business and statistical software applications such as Rats, Matlab, Stata, Eviews, Bloomberg, etc.
Strong orientation to detail and project deadlines.
Excellent written and oral communication in English.
Strong analytical competence; not just answering the questions right but also asking the right questions.

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